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Transfer pricing in times of tariff turmoil

We examine the intricate relationship between tariffs and transfer pricing, with insight on how protectionist measures impact pricing.

The emerging role of open source in advancing AI adoption

Open source significantly contributes to influencing the future of AI by shaping innovation, regulatory discussion and governance.

Federal government fast-tracks changes to Canada’s AML regime

We discuss the changes that affect factoring companies, cheque cashing businesses and other financial services businesses.

PDAC 2025: amid so much uncertainty, where do we go from here?

The Prospectors and Developers Association of Canada’s (PDAC) annual convention is typically an opportunity for the mining industry to celebrate...

Honouring Canadian privacy trailblazers on International Women’s Day

In honour of International Women’s Day, we take the opportunity to reflect on the achievements of women who have shaped the field of privacy in...

Preparing for amendments to derivatives trade reporting rules

On July 25, 2025, amendments to trade reporting rules for derivatives transactions will come into force.

On guard for thee: update to the Canadian national security guidelines

The impact of a foreign investment on Canada’s economic security has been explicitly added as a factor of national security review.

Trump tariffs: President Trump proposes new measures on trading partners to address ‘non-reciprocal’ trade

We explain the memo, the practical challenges the new plan is likely to face, how Canada could be affected and its implications for the international...

Raising the bar: updated Capital Accumulation Plan Guidelines increase plan sponsor obligations

Plan sponsors of defined contribution retirement and/or savings plans should consider an independent review of their plan for compliance with revised...

Trump tariffs: second strike hits steel and aluminum

We discuss the scope of the reimposed tariffs, what businesses need to know and what it could mean for the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement.