The tariffs imposed by the United States on certain Canadian products disrupt more than just trade. They also have tangible consequences for several Quebec businesses, affecting margins, competitiveness, continuity of operations, financing and sometimes solvency. The impact of U.S. tariffs varies (…)
Expropriation is one of the most substantial powers a municipality has to achieve its public-interest objectives.1 The legislature has granted municipalities broad authority, allowing them to acquire any immovable, part of an immovable or servitude needed for “any municipal purpose” or for (…)
The cryptographic mechanisms that currently secure digital transactions, communications and signatures may become vulnerable with the advent of sufficiently powerful quantum computers. For businesses, the issue is no longer merely technological: it also affects governance, contracts, information (…)
In 2025, the Canadian M&A market remained resilient despite broader economic uncertainty. Trade tensions with the USA contributed to a subdued start, but activity picked up in the second half of the year as market participants adjusted to the new environment, commodity prices strengthened, and (…)
On October 5, a provincial election will be held in Quebec. In view of this election day, we think a reminder of employers’ obligations under the Election Act1 may be appropriate. 1. Time off for voting On election day, an employer must ensure that their employees who are eligible to vote have a (…)
Since September 1, 2026, out-of-court forced execution has, in certain cases, made it possible to collect a monetary claim in Quebec without first obtaining a judgment on the merits, provided that there is a notarial act en minute containing a clause to that effect and that the obligation in (…)
Bill C-8 received royal assent on June 15, 2026. It deserves special attention. The bill marks a shift in our approach to cyber security, giving the federal government the means to respond quickly when a threat is identified. It also requires certain parties to comply with higher standards, and (…)
Each Fashion Week marks a period of high visibility for the brands in the fashion industry, but it also exposes them to increased risks of copying, counterfeiting, and unauthorized uses. Patents, industrial designs, trademarks, and copyright can offer complementary protection, provided action is (…)
On July 15, 2026, the Superior Court of Québec reiterated the scope and extent of the power a regional medical director (RMD) has when suspending the clinical privileges of a primary care paramedic (hereinafter “paramedic”). The Court established that an RMD's decisions under section 68 of the Act (…)
Restrictive covenants are frequently included in contracts that govern business practices and relationships. They are intended to protect the legitimate interests of the parties, such as goodwill, confidential information, team stability and—more broadly—the value of a business. That said, more (…)
The fight against climate change calls for a major energy transition, but the undertaking is made even more complex by a growing demand for electricity driven by the proliferation of artificial intelligence and other new technologies. However, the urgency of the problem alone does not make a project (…)
On October 28, 2025, the government passed An Act to improve certain labour laws,1 also referred to as Bill 101. The reform has the stated objective of improving efficiency in grievance arbitration, in particular by reducing processing times, implementing a more structured case management system, (…)
On May 6, 2026, the Minister of Finance and National Revenue tabled Bill C-31, entitled A second Act to implement certain provisions of the budget tabled in Parliament on November 4, 2025.1 Bill C-31 proposes significant amendments to the Canada Labour Code2 (the “Code”) to prohibit non-compete (…)