Part 61: Sun, strategy, and staying compliant: Navigating summer workplace risks

Canada: On Friday, June 27, we hosted the latest session in our Legal update for Canadian employers series—our monthly forum for practical insights on workplace law developments. This session focused on seasonal and strategic employment scenarios that can carry hidden legal risks, especially during the summer months or in the context of business transitions.

Keeping up with cross-border class action trends: Part 5 – Perspectives on data privacy from Europe and the UK

On Thursday, June 26, Dentons' cross-border litigation team hosted Part 5 of our webinar series Keeping up with cross-border class action trends. This session explored the evolving landscape of privacy and class actions in Europe and the UK, with a focus on hot-button issues such as ad pixels, AI contract clauses, and other emerging data-driven risks.

Beyond the numbers: Evolving risks in auditor and accounting liability

Join us for a practical discussion on the current state of auditor and accounting liability in Canada. Our panel of litigation and regulatory leaders will unpack the latest developments, trends, and what in-house counsel and accounting professionals need to know in today’s risk landscape.

Public company disclosure standards in the current economic environment

Wondering why timely and accurate disclosures are becoming more critical amid evolving tariff policies and shifting regulatory landscapes? Moderator Bennett Wong and panelists François Brabant, Bill Gilliland, Peter Inglis and Bill Jenkins explored the growing importance of disclosure practices in today’s dynamic regulatory and trade environment.

Keeping up with cross-border class action trends: Part 4 – Perspectives on data privacy from North America

On Thursday, June 12, Dentons' cross-border litigation team hosted Part 4 of our webinar series Keeping up with cross-border class action trends: Perspectives on data privacy from North America. This session explored the evolving landscape of privacy and class actions in Canada and the U.S., with a focus on hot-button issues such as ad pixels, AI contract clauses, and other emerging data-driven risks.

Workplace Investigations - Part 4
Investigate with confidence: Legal trends, risks, and best practices in workplace investigations

This session focused on key legal trends and challenges that arise during investigations, offering attendees strategic insights and best practices for navigating privilege, credibility, and procedural fairness.

Part 60: From charges to checklists: Managing complex workplace scenarios

Canada: On Friday, May 30, we hosted our latest session in the Legal update for Canadian employers series—our monthly forum for practical insights on emerging workplace issues. This session explored employment scenarios that appear straightforward but often involve hidden legal risks, drawing on recent developments and case law from across the country.

Navigating BC’s evolving consumer protection laws: Key changes and business impact

Canada: Join us for an insightful webinar on navigating BC’s evolving consumer protection laws: Key changes and business impacts, where legal experts will break down the latest legislative updates and what they mean for your business.

Navigating attendance programs in unionized environments: Best practices and pitfalls

Canada: On May 14, as part of our Labour Spotlight Series, Russell Groves moderated a webinar where Roxana Jangi and Emily Kroboth shared practical insights to help unionized employers tackle attendance challenges, ensure compliance, and foster positive labour relations.

Ontario Employment & Labour Spring seminar

We invite you to join us for an exclusive in-person seminar hosted by Dentons’ Employment and Labour group on Tuesday, April 29. This session will provide key insights into the latest workforce challenges and legal updates impacting employers today, and is designed to equip you with practical strategies to manage workplace risks and compliance effectively.

Understanding the legal landscape of biometric information in Canada and Québec

On Monday, April 28, members of Dentons’ Privacy and Cybersecurity team hosted a webinar examining the fast-changing legal landscape surrounding biometric information in Canada, with a particular focus on Québec’s distinct regulatory framework. Led by Kirsten Thompson, Partner and National Lead of the Privacy and Cybersecurity group, and Alexandra Quigley, Senior Associate in our Montréal office, the session provided timely insights into the increasing use of biometric technologies such as facial recognition, fingerprint scanning, and voiceprint authentication, and outlined the legal responsibilities organizations must address.

Part 59: Hidden workforce risks: Strategic and legal considerations for employers

Canada: On Friday, April 25, we hosted our latest session in the Legal update for Canadian employers series. This session focused on hidden workforce risks – the employment relationships that can quietly create legal exposure if not proactively addressed. Our national Employment and Labour team explored overlooked employee categories and shared practical strategies for reducing risk and staying compliant.

Part 58: Workplace privacy, AI, and biometrics: Key updates for Canadian employers

Canada: On Friday, March 28, we hosted our latest session in the Legal update for Canadian employers series, where our national Privacy & Cybersecurity team provided critical insights on how rapidly evolving privacy laws, AI, and biometric technologies are reshaping workplace solutions—and increasing risks for employers.

After the 30-day pause

We have reassembled our experts from both Canada and US to delve into both the immediate and long-term impacts, alongside a broader discussion of tariffs in place at the time of the event. The session also examines how businesses are adjusting to the shifting market landscape. Gain valuable insights into the wider economic and market repercussions, as well as the potential future implications of tariff changes on trade and business strategy.

Part 57: Navigating workforce challenges amid economic uncertainty: A special Border Talks edition

Canada: On Friday, February 28, 2025, we held a special combined edition of the Legal updates for Canadian employers and Border Talks series. As global economic uncertainty continues, employers face increasingly complex workforce management challenges, and we were pleased to share essential insights with you.

Workplace compliance: Drug testing and health & safety in unionized environments

On February 12, we hosted a webinar where April Kosten and Craig Lawrence provided valuable guidance on two critical topics affecting unionized workplaces: drug and alcohol testing and health and safety.

Trade war is on - maybe - Now what?

The first in our weekly series, this webinar unpacked the events of the most tumultuous week in Canada-US trade relations in decades. Our experts from both Canada and US explained the scale and scope of the tariffs announced by the Trump administration and Canada’s response. Topics covered included the impacts on Canadian and US businesses, what further actions the US and Canadian governments might take, and what clients caught in the crossfire could do to help mitigate the damage.

Part 56: Year in review

Canada: On Friday, January 31, 2025, members of Dentons' Employment and Labour group from across the country came together to reflect on the significant developments from 2024 and explore the trends that would shape Canada's workplaces in 2025.

Going public: Canadian and UK listing rules

During this engaging session, changes in listing rules and shifting dynamics were discussed along with practical tips. Topics that were explored included the current IPO landscape in Canada and the UK, new listing rules in the UK, dual listing opportunities and enhancing IPO preparedness.

Who's naughty and nice? Navigating video surveillance in unionized workplaces and collective bargaining highlights

Canada: On December 12 we hosted a webinar on video surveillance and collective bargaining trends in unionized workplaces. We provided valuable insights and strategies to help navigate important workplace issues. During the webinar Russell Groves explored the legal issues surrounding video surveillance in unionized environments, while Emily Kroboth shared key updates on collective bargaining trends.

Commercial drones and privacy: Navigating today’s regulatory challenges

Canada: On Tuesday, December 3, we hosted a session exploring the intersection of privacy and drone technology. Whether you attended or couldn't make it, we're excited to share the key highlights from the discussion. We covered essential privacy concerns, regulatory challenges, and emerging trends that are shaping the future of drone technology across industries.

Part 55: Navigating the festive challenges of Canadian employment law this holiday season

Canada: On Friday, November 29, we hosted the final webinar of 2024 in our Legal Updates for Canadian Employers series. We explored key workplace topics and provided practical insights to help you navigate the unique challenges of the holiday season.

Part 2 - Mastering Commercial Contracts Workshop: Practical Applications and Risk Mitigation Techniques

This session, facilitated by both corporate and litigation counsel, provided practical tools and insights that can be directly applied in your daily work to minimize risk and protect your organization’s interests.

Keeping up with cross-border class action trends: Part 3 – ESG and greenwashing

Join Dentons' cross-border litigation team for Part 3 of our webinar series Keeping up with cross-border class action trends: ESG and greenwashing. As companies increasingly focus on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives, the scrutiny over sustainability claims has intensified. Inaccurate or misleading ESG disclosures can lead to significant litigation risks, including class actions alleging greenwashing.

Dentons’ 1st Annual Insurance Summit

We invite you to join us for an exclusive in-person seminar hosted by the Dentons Insurance group on November 20. This event will explore global trends, hot topics in the insurance industry, the AI revolution, and more.

Ontario Employment & Labour Fall Seminar

We invite you to join us for an exclusive in-person seminar hosted by the Employment and Labour group on November 14. This event will explore what employers need to know about conducting a termination meeting, the latest on managing employee performance, and much more. We are also pleased to welcome Joy Noonan, Principal at Neutral Solutions, Inc., who will share insights on wrongful dismissal mediations.

6th Annual Dentons Data Summit - Privacy law and beyond: Navigating today’s challenges and trends

As privacy regulations tighten in Canada, businesses face mounting pressures to comply and adapt. This evolving landscape presents both challenges and opportunities that could significantly impact your operations.

Navigating Canadian employment law for U.S. businesses

During the session, we covered a range of topics designed to equip U.S. companies operating or planning to operate in Canada with practical knowledge for effective cross-border workforce management.

Part 54: Navigating the haunting issues in Canadian employment law

On Friday, October 25, we hosted a Halloween-themed webinar where we explored the latest developments in Canadian employment and labour law, addressing the concerns that keep you up at night.

Dentons HR afternoon 2024: Half-day of training presented by the Montréal Employment and Labour group

Join our Employment and Labour Group on October 23, 2024, for an afternoon of comprehensive training. Our team of lawyers will cover a range of topics designed to help you navigate complex workplace situations effectively.

Part 1 - Mastering Commercial Contracts: Best Practices and Risk Mitigation for In-House Counsel

This presentation addressed hotly negotiated commercial contract terms and common challenges faced by in-house counsel when working with business teams and internal stakeholders, drafting, reviewing and operationalizing commercial agreements.

Employment and labour matters for mining leaders

Canada: On Thursday, October 17, our expert panel delivered key insights on navigating employment and labour law challenges in the mining sector, equipping HR professionals and legal advisors with key updates for compliance and informed decision-making.

Part 53: What you missed on your summer vacation

Canada: This month’s coverage, moderated by Adrian Miedema, highlighted the Canadian employment and labour law developments that you may have missed over the summer.

Keeping up with cross-border class action trends: Part 2 – Product liability

Dentons’ cross-border class action practitioners covered the latest updates and trends in product liability within class actions and mass actions, including strategies for managing the heightened risks associated with defective products, recalls, and consumer safety.

Do you know what your neighbour is doing? Privacy implications of operating a website in Canada and the US

This webinar explored the intricacies of managing an online presence across the US and Canada. During our live demonstration we discussed essential topics such as cookies, geolocation data, automated decision-making, biometrics, disclosure requirements, and mobile app components.

Federal Regulatory Update for Insurers

Canada: Dentons hosted an in-depth webinar exploring the latest updates and guidelines from the Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (OSFI).

Part 52: HR leaders roundtable

Canada: In this interactive discussion, we explored current trends and issues in the workplace with HR industry leaders and gained valuable insights on topics such as return to office, employee engagement, and building a high-performance culture.

Risks of going-private transactions in Canada

Canada: In this webinar we discussed risks and key issues in going private transactions, including a look at market trends and opportunities with private and public companies, key deal considerations, risks, and other critical issues to be aware, including tipping obligations, secondary market liability and shareholder risks. This session included a case study and regulatory considerations to support effective deal execution.

Ontario Employment & Labour Spring seminar

Canada: This in-person event explored the current human resources related issues facing managers, in-house counsel and HR professionals.

Webinar on the Act to prevent and fight psychological harassment and sexual violence in the workplace (Bill 42)

Canada: On March 27, 2024, the Act to prevent and fight psychological harassment and sexual violence in the workplace received Royal Assent, thereby enacting the majority of its provisions.

Part 51: Cross-Canada Labour and Employment update

Canada: This month, we discussed common employer-sponsored work permit categories, differences between employees and independent contractors, and what employers need to know about Working for Workers Four and Five Acts as well as provided an update on accessibility in the workplace.

Capital markets in the mining sector: Navigating complex and diverse risks

Ora Wexler, Leanne C. Krawchuk, KC, Greg McNab and Walter Van Dorn discussed the following topics currently trending in the market including reporting issuers and applications including dual listing, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the risks and changes and risks in disclosure documents.”

Part 50: Cross-Canada Labour and Employment update

Canada: Andy Pushalik, Catherine Coulter, Carly Kist and Nicolas Seguin covered essential updates for Canadian employers, including Québec’s new legislation on psychological harassment, Ontario updates to vacation pay obligations, Alberta's new developments in workplace investigations and damage awards and the latest enforcement trends in post-employment duties.

Defamation: Navigating the legal landscape in Canada

Canada: This session offered a look into recent victories, including a high-profile defamation case in the Canadian market. The power of anti-SLAPP laws, specifically British Columbia's PPPA, as well as offered practical and strategic tips for navigating situations where your business or brand is the subject of defamatory statements. We discussed the important interplay between defamation and social media and how social media can be leveraged.

Keeping up with global class action trends: Perspectives from the US, UK, Europe and Canada

Global: Dentons’ cross-border class action practitioners covered up-to-the-minute developments in cross-border class actions, including perspectives from the US, UK, Europe and Canada. Topics of discussion included the latest updates in business interruption, product liability, privacy, ESG, arbitration and other trends in class actions.

Everything you wanted to know about past practice and estoppel but were afraid to ask

Canada: Russell Groves and Fatimah Khan discussed the application of the often-confusing concepts of past practice and estoppel in various common labour relations situations. The session also covered steps you could take to end a past practice estoppel, and a range of other practical applications of these legal concepts. Additionally, Emily Kroboth provided an overview of collective bargaining trends.

Part 49: Wrongful dismissal case law update

Canada: In this webinar we discussed how Canada’s latest wrongful dismissal case law would impact your workplace.

Hard Hat forum

In our “Hard Hat Forum” sessions we invite clients and friends to participate in an interactive conversation to discuss and explore issues relevant to construction and infrastructure law. We provide breakfast to in-person guests, and the session is complimentary to all attendees.

Key considerations in rollover structures in M&A transactions

Canada: Dentons and Morrison Park discussed how parties implement and structure rollovers in public M&A transactions, including some of the issues that arise from such transactions

Part 48: Modern slavery reporting

Canada: This webinar provided information and resources with regards to the new significant reporting obligations under Canada’s Modern Slavery Legislation. It also addressed the Ontario Court of Appeal’s landmark decision declaring Ontario’s wage cap law to be unconstitutional.

Workplace Investigations - Part 3

Canada: This presentation delved into real fact scenarios from case law, offering insights and best practices gathered from court, arbitration, and human rights tribunal decisions across Canada.

Dentons Fireside chat with Canaccord Genuity – Year in review and future trends

Canada: This webinar was jointly hosted by Dentons and Canaccord Genuity, a global, full-service investment bank focused on growth companies with operations worldwide. Panelists from Canaccord alongside lawyers from Dentons' Securities and Corporate Finance group, discussed recent regulatory changes, corporate governance complexities, and the evolving landscape of financing options. Additionally, the conversation extended to legal and industry trends within the capital markets.

Part 47: Year in review

Canada: Members of Dentons’ Employment and Labour group from across the country take a look back at significant developments from 2023 and a look forward to the trends that would impact Canada’s workplaces in 2024. Andy Pushalik moderates an engaging discussion with colleagues from Ontario, Quebec, Alberta, and British Columbia.

Regulating the Internet – Really? Part IV: Balancing values and economic interests

Canada: Governments around the world are grappling with the rapid evolution of online activity and initiatives to impose greater oversight of the Internet are moving from concept to reality, as seen with the EU Digital Services Act. Over the past year, Canada has introduced or promulgated new legislation governing online streaming, cybersecurity, online news media compensation, privacy and AI, and taxation of foreign digital service providers, with anticipated legislation to place guardrails on online harms on the horizon. The fourth edition of 'Regulating Internet – Really?' delved into these issues from the perspective of Canadian and international experts and industry stakeholders. “Regulating the Internet – Really? Part IV: Balancing values and economic interests” is organized by Dentons Canada LLP, the International Commission of Jurists (Canadian Section), and the Professional Development Institute of the University of Ottawa.

Building tomorrow: Exploring AI’s role in shaping the future of construction

Canada: A dynamic discussion that delves into the transformative impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on the construction sector from a legal and operational standpoint.

The future of labour relations in a hybrid world

Canada: This session focused on the intersection between remote or flexible work and labour relations, including in the context of collective bargaining and labour disputes. We reviewed trends we have been seeing in collective bargaining related to remote and flexible work, provided a refresher on management rights, and ended with a discussion on how remote work would also impact labour disputes.

Part 46: Health and safety and wrongful dismissal updates

Canada: This session provided an update on recent legislative developments as well as covered the Canadian employment/labour case law including a recent Supreme Court decision.

Do you know what your neighbor is doing? Emerging risks in the digital ecosystem in the US and Canada

We explored the ever-evolving risks within the digital ecosystem and provided valuable insights for navigating the legal landscape in the United States and Canada.

Five things you should know about M&A market trends

Canada: Our panelists discussed the implications of recent cases and policies, as well as shared some insight into market trends. Topics included: Shareholder activism; Cineplex v Cineworld; National Security review of foreign investments; Overview and compliance considerations for the United States Outbound Investment Program.

Ontario Employment and Labour Fall seminar

This in-person event explored the current human resources related issues facing managers, in-house counsel and HR professionals.

Navigating workplace investigations Part 2: More of your FAQs answered

Canada: We answered more of your most common questions about workplace investigations, from witness challenges to who should get a copy of the investigation report once the investigation is concluded.

Part 45: Cross-Canada Labour & Employment update

Canada:This session provided updates on Labour & Employment issues and topics across Canada.

Risks of engaging dependent contractors and temp employees (and an update on bargaining trends)

Canada: In our fifth webinar in the Labour Spotlight Series, Russell Groves and Emily Kroboth spoke with Craig Lawrence about the risks of using dependent contractors and temp agency employees, along with important updates to hear on bargaining.

Dentons 4th Annual Smart Cities Summit

The 4th Annual Smart Cities Summit took place on October 11, 2023 .Our panels discussed a range of topics on what makes up a Smart City and delved into municipal sponsored digital access strategies, exploring innovative ways to ensure equitable access to digital resources for all residents. They also explored the density and housing trends in the modern municipality, addressing the pressing issues of right-sizing new growth and housing affordability.

Part 44: What you missed on your summer vacation

Canada: This month’s coverage highlighted the Canadian employment/labour case law and/or legislative developments that you may have missed over the Summer.

5th Annual Dentons Data Summit

Canada: Our 5th annual Dentons Data Summit, held on September 27th, tackled the foremost concerns voiced by our clients. From the challenges of implementing the new Québec privacy law to the intricacies of de-identification and anonymization, we delved into the cutting-edge trends we've encountered in our day-to-day work.

Navigating workplace investigations: Your top FAQs answered

Canada: This session discussed the most common questions about workplace investigations, from how to handle participation from a ‘support’ person, to whether you can start an investigation when the respondent is on a leave of absence.

Dentons’ 24th annual Ottawa employment law client appreciation webinar

This year’s session provided an update on what’s new and exciting in employment law; Employees versus independent and dependent contractors; Tips and tricks for dealing with tricky progressive discipline issues; and updates on constructive dismissals.

Strategies for taking your company private: A fireside chat series

Canada: Our panel of experts from Dentons and Computershare provided their experience and strategies in taking a public company private.

Do you know what your neighbor is doing? Artificial Intelligence (AI) regulatory developments in Canada and the US

This session provided an update on regulatory initiatives regarding AI on both sides of the borders and what organizations need to be aware of; liability considerations when using/buying/developing AI-related services or products, given regulatory developments; and the role of due diligence and explainability in AI.

Part 43: HR leaders roundtable

Canada: This session provided an interactive discussion with HR industry leaders on current trends and issues in the workplace.

Ontario Employment & Labour Spring seminar

In this in-person Ontario Employment & Labour Spring seminar, we explored today’s hot topics for in-house counsel and HR professionals.

Transactional activism: A fireside chat series

Canada: Our speakers discussed a number of proactive steps and defensive strategies to help minimize risks when it comes to transactional activism.

Part 42 - Wrongful dismissal case law update

Canada: This session provided an update on temporary layoffs, the issue of mitigation and a without cause to a just cause dismissal.

Hard Hat forum

Canada: In this interactive conversation, we discussed and explored issues relevant to construction and infrastructure law.

Tax considerations for cross-border M&A

Our panel discussion featured Mark Jadd, Linda Pfatteicher, Thomas Redekopp, Kimberly Burns, and was moderated by Alex Farcas. Our speakers discussed key tax and corporate considerations to keep in mind when planning a cross-border M&A transaction: from prioritizing tax assessments upfront and must-have items for terms sheets, to the benefits (and sometimes drawbacks) of using certain types of tax structures and post-transaction integration.

Part 41 - Employment issues related to ChatGPT and recent employment privacy law developments

Canada: This session provided an update on employment issues related to ChatGPT and similar AI chat bots, and what employers need to know about recent changes in employment privacy law.

Key compliance considerations for charities/not-for-profits in Canada and the US

Our panel discussed compliance issue spotting and key considerations to keep in mind in relation to the movement of people, activities, funds and information across borders.

Part 40 - Recent developments in Canadian employment law

Canada: This session provided information on what you need to know about recent changes in BC, Alberta, Ontario and Quebec.

Litigation and Dispute Resolution in Canada:
2022 year in review and future trends

Canada: Dentons’ litigation and dispute resolution team provided their outlook on anticipated trends for 2023 based on content shared on the Dentons Commercial Litigation Blog over the past year and insights on how businesses and in-house teams can continue to manage risks as they plan for the coming year.

PDAC Signature Program 2023: A look at key business and risk mitigation trends in the global mining industry

In conjunction with the 2023 PDAC Convention, Dentons’ Global Mining group is pleased to invite you to our complimentary PDAC program, which covers trends and developments in key jurisdictions where you do business. Join our panel of speakers who will discuss the top legal and business trends facing mining companies in the coming year.

Part 39 - Employer update on competition issues in the workplace

Canada: This session provided an update on Canada’s Competition Act and on non-competition and non-solicitation provisions.

Canada’s changing privacy regime: Challenges and opportunities

Canada: The privacy landscape has shifted dramatically across the globe. Canada’s privacy regime was not left behind in all of this change. Bill C-27, if passed, will introduce new obligations for organizations, new powers for regulators, and create a materially new risk environment for businesses. Join Dentons and CyberClan on Monday, January 30th, to hear how these changes will impact your businesses and how to stay ahead.

Part 38 - A cross-country year in review of notable Canadian Labour and Employment law cases

Canada: This month, we took a look at the cases that mattered most in Canadian Employment and Labour law and looked ahead to the trends that are likely to impact Canadian workplaces in 2023.

Issuing Discipline in Unionized Workplaces

Canada:In our second webinar in the Labour Spotlight Series, we provided an overview on employee performance management in the unionized context, including the procedural and substantive aspects of the discipline process, and will review the grievance management process.

The shifting tides of cross-border M&A

Canada: Dentons, together with research provider MergerMarket, surveyed 150 senior executives involved in cross-border and global M&A to see how these executives view the market. Our multi-jurisdictional panel including Alex Farcas (Canada), Rachel Howie (Canada), Darren Acres (United Kingdom/Europe), Andrea Steiner (United States), and moderator Tom Redekopp (Canada) provided an in depth discussion on the findings of the report and what it all means for M&A market participants in 2023 and beyond.

Dentons' 3rd Annual Canadian Smart Cities Summit

Canada: Our esteemed panels discussed the challenges and opportunities in transit and electrification, broadband networks, alternative energy models for municipalities and the importance of regulatory leadership in propelling Smart Cities. New for this year’s Summit, we welcomed attendees in person at the Smart City Sandbox created by Acardis IBI Group’s design team. The Sandbox is a dynamic, multi-purpose, technology-driven workspace that promotes innovation and collaboration.

4th Annual Dentons Data Summit Privacy 2.0:
New laws, new technologies, and new approaches

Canada: The privacy landscape has continued to shift since our Data Summit last year increasing attention on the privacy impacts of technology (chiefly around social media platforms, artificial intelligence, biometrics, and facial recognition) led to a global wave of pronouncements, regulations, prohibitions, and a rise in privacy litigation. What do Canadian businesses need to stay ahead of the curve? We discussed this and more at our recent 4th Annual Dentons Data Summit held on December 1.

Part 4 - Going Public in Canada: A fireside chat series

Canada: In this session, we discussed everything related to corporate governance that you need to know when considering taking a company public, from initial concerns when structuring a board to emerging trends and required disclosure.

Part 37 - Legal update on constructive dismissals, wrongful dismissals and tips on managing diversity and inclusion in your workplace

Canada: This session explored constructive dismissal decisions you should know about; diversity and inclusion considerations for your workplace; and the latest on wrongful dismissal case law.

The impact of ESG on M&A transactions

Environmental, Social and Governance or “ESG,” is a hot topic for boardroom and dining room discussions everywhere. As an ever evolving field, ESG is continually presenting new opportunities and challenges for companies operating around the world, including when it comes to M&A transactions. Our multi-jurisdictional panel discussed ESG throughout the life cycle of an M&A transaction. From consideration of a potential target, to LOI and diligence, through negotiations and closing, we considered how ESG impacts all stages of M&A transactions

Regulating the Internet – Really?
Part III: Managing the tensions of competing rights

Canada: The Canadian government continues to extend its regulatory reach over the internet through Bill C-11/C-18/C-64/C-27. However, the challenges are significant and fundamental; how do we enforce it without violating privacy or freedom of expression while effectively extending the rule of law to the internet? And the one fundamental theme that emerges is: are you really "free"? These issues were tackled in the third edition of “Regulating the Internet – Really? Part III: Managing the tensions of competing rights” organized by Dentons Canada LLP, the International Commission of Jurists (Canadian Section), and the Professional Development Institute of the University of Ottawa.

Part 36 - Managing employee dismissals in a downturn

Canada: This session discussed how to comply with your legal obligations when implementing employee dismissals in a downturn.

Employee monitoring and privacy in unionized workplaces and bargaining trends

Canada: In our first webinar in our Labour Spotlight Series, we addressed recent developments with respect to electronic monitoring and employee privacy and recent bargaining trends.

Part 35 - What you missed on your summer vacation (and what you need to know for the Fall)

Canada: This month’s coverage provided an update on Ontario’s new requirement for an electronic monitoring policy; the latest on Québec's French language Charter and its implications for employers; and trends on increasing damages awards in Alberta human rights decisions.

Dentons’ 23rd annual Ottawa employment law client appreciation webinar

The annual Ottawa employment law client appreciation seminar brings you the latest in current and potential issues that affect you and your employees.

Part 34 - HR leaders roundtable:
Current trends, best practices and strategies when engaging with employees on your return to office

Canada: This roundtable discussion covered updates on the tight labour market, the impact of the pandemic, communication strategies, and more.

CCDC 5B – Construction Management At Risk: Pros and cons of the do-it-all approach

You’re invited to participate in an interactive Hard Hat Forum in which we discuss and explore issues relevant to construction and infrastructure law. We welcome and encourage everyone's active participation, so come prepared with your questions, comments and experiences.

Part 33 - Human rights update, vacation refresher and best practices in hiring and onboarding

Canada: This session provided human rights update, vacation refresher and best practices in hiring and onboarding.

Part 3 - Going Public in Canada: A fireside chat series

Canada: Our Going Public in Canada: a fireside chat series features one hour discussions with industry experts and explores trends and opportunities that our speakers have identified for companies contemplating going public in Canada.

Part 32 - Update on quarantine rules, masking mandates, employee surveillance laws and investigations

Canada: This session provided an update on quarantine rules, employee surveillance laws and investigations.

Part 31 - Review of Canada’s latest lockdown measures, vaccine mandates and new Ontario employment laws

Canada: This session provided an overview of provincial lockdown measures, the latest on vaccine mandates, and what you need to know about changes to Ontario’s employment laws.

Part 30 - Global roundtable: Employer considerations for the “right to disconnect” law

Canada: This interactive discussion with our global panelists discussed the law in each of their respective jurisdictions and provided some practical tips for employers.

Bill 64 on modernizing Québec privacy law – Protecting and defending your organization

Québec’s Bill 64 An Act to modernize legislative provisions as regards to the protection of personal information, is starting to come into effect on September 22nd 2022.

Do you know what your neighbour is doing? Navigating international arbitration across the US

As reported by global arbitral institutions, there has been a continued increase in international arbitration around the world. Now, more than ever, companies are looking to arbitration as a preferred method of dispute resolution, and there are no signs that things are slowing down.

The effects of the political landscape in the mining industry in Latin America

In our last segment in the Digging Deeper – Latest trends in mining from Canada, Latin America and the Caribbean series, our mining leaders from key mining jurisdictions in Canada and Latin America discussed hot button topics and top considerations for navigating political landscapes in key jurisdictions where businesses are looking to expand their footprint.

Part 29 - Employment and Labour trends for 2022

Canada: This session explored and identified the changes that you need to know about and the trends that can be expected to impact your workplace in 2022.

The new EU Standard Contractual Clauses: Practical tips for Canadian businesses to use and operationalize the new SCCs

In June 2021, the European Commission published the new Standard Contractual Clauses (“new SCC”) for transferring personal data between EU and non-EU countries. The new SCCs apply to all Canadian businesses that receive personal data from the EU and further transfer it to another country (e.g. a US based cloud).

ESG - Climate change litigation and disclosure requirements: Recent developments in Canada

Climate change and its political consequences continue to result in rapidly evolving regulatory and litigation risks for international and domestic organizations. The past year saw many firsts with respect to legal liabilities relating to climate action.

Large construction project arbitrations: Tips and tricks

Canada: Most major infrastructure projects contain complex dispute resolution provisions with a preference for arbitration rather than in-court litigation. Yet major construction arbitration can be just as (or more so, in some cases) procedurally complex as a complex trial.

ESG issues affecting the mining industry in Canada and Latin America

As part of our Digging Deeper – Latest trends in mining from Canada, Latin America and the Caribbean webinar series, our group hosted our third webinar in the series, ESG issues affecting the mining industry in Canada and Latin America.

Part 28 - COVID-19 Employment and Labour case law updates that you need to know about

Canada: This session provided a case law update on the most important COVID-19 related employment and labour law cases of the pandemic.

Part 2 - Going Public in Canada: A fireside chat series

Canada: Murray Simser, Founder and CEO of CITIZN, the first "Societal Network" sat down with Dentons Partner Chris Wolfenberg, corporate partner from our Calgary office.

ESG – Supply chain and financing: View from the field

Join us as we explore ESG & supply chains in a practical manner. With leading in-house counsel we will discuss how supply chain ESG is operationalized within businesses and external factors such as lending that further drive ESG considerations.

From coast to coast: The latest on privacy litigation

Canada: Our panel of litigators provided an extensive overview of the Test for class action certification; New privacy torts gaining ground across Canada; and the latest on damages in privacy torts.

Investing in mining in Latin America and the Caribbean

As part of our Digging Deeper – Latest trends in mining from Canada, Latin America and the Caribbean webinar series, our group hosted our second webinar in the series, Investing in mining in Latin America and the Caribbean.

Privacy regulation of de-identification and anonymization is a game-changer - How to make it work in practice

Québec Bill 64 regulates de-identified and anonymized information for the first time in Canadian privacy law introducing anonymization standards and restricting its purpose. Former Bill C-11 proposed restrictions on the disclosure of information that could no longer be traced to an identifiable individual. The trend is towards extending privacy law to information that has been free to use until now.

Day 3 - Ontario Employment and Labour Fall webinar series

Canada: This session covered COVID-19 impact on severance periods; Vaccine exemptions for travelers; and Constructive Dismissal: Key principles and remote work issues.

Day 2 - Ontario Employment and Labour Fall webinar series

Canada: This session covered complying with overtime laws; COVID-19 Health & Safety update; and Case law update: Workplace Safety and Insurance Act.

Day 1 - Ontario Employment and Labour Fall webinar series

Canada: This session covered mandatory vaccination update; Issues in wrongful dismissal settlements; and new federal pay equity act.

What is here to stay? Crosslinx and long-term side effects of Covid-19 in the construction industry

Thank you for joining us for our first Hard Hat Forum since 2020! We discussed some of the industry trends we have seen throughout the Covid-19 pandemic.

Dentons 2nd Annual Canadian Smart Cities Summit

On October 27, 2021, the Dentons Canada Smart Cities Think Tank team held its 2nd Annual Canadian Smart Cities Virtual Summit featuring world class keynote speakers and panels with dynamic industry leaders.

Part 27 - Managing hybrid workplaces and vaccination policies in Canada and the US

Canada: This session covered US law on mandatory vaccination policies; what you need to know about the Federal Government’s Policy of COVID-19 vaccination; and managing a hybrid workplace.

Latest trends in mining disputes in Canada and Latin America

Our first webinar in the series is scheduled for Tuesday, October 19, 2021. This session will provide an overview of the mining landscape in Latin America, and discuss the limiting the risk of the industry in dealing with litigation issues and the latest trends.

Bill 64 on modernizing Québec privacy law – Why it matters and how to prepare for it

Québec’s Bill 64, An Act to modernize legislative provisions as regards the protection of personal information, was adopted unanimously, on September 21, 2021, receiving assent on September 22, 2021. It sets a precedent for important reform in Canadian private sector privacy law.

3rd annual Dentons Data Summit
More data...more regulation...more risk: What fast-moving privacy changes mean for your business

The privacy landscape has shifted dramatically since our Data Summit last year: new comprehensive privacy laws went into effect in many countries. Rising concern about new technologies (chiefly artificial intelligence, biometrics, and facial recognition) led to a wave of pronouncements, regulations, prohibitions and a rise in privacy litigation. What do Canadian business needs to know to avoid the privacy pitfalls and stay ahead of the curve? Find out at our 3rd annual Dentons’ Data summit.

The Fourth Wave and beyond: a discussion on agile work

As we all continue to feel the impacts of living with COVID-19 as part of our daily lives, many employers are considering how to redefine work, looking to agile work models that speak to these changing times.

Dentons’ 22nd annual Ottawa employment law client appreciation seminar

Canada: This session provided an overview of what’s new and exciting in employment law; workplace investigations; AODA & Pay equity; and Inclusion & Diversity initiatives in your workplace.

Part 26 - What you need to know about mandatory vaccinations and vaccine passports

Canada: This session provided the latest on mandatory vaccination policies and a province by province summary of the various vaccine passports.

Federal Election: What happened? What’s next?

The Honourable James Moore, Senior Business Advisor in Dentons' Government Affairs and Public Policy group, former senior cabinet minister in the Government of Canada and sought-after government affairs analyst will be presenting on the federal election. The discussion will pinpoint what happened, where we’re going, and what that means for you and your businesses. There will be an opportunity for James to address your questions following the presentation.

Handling a regulatory investigation: You received a letter from the insurance regulator – Now what?

Canada: This webinar provided an overview of what to do when being investigated by an insurance regulatory authority.

COVID business interruption claims – a year in review

Canada: This webinar discussed the developments over the past year in COVID 19 business interruption litigation and provided an overview of what the courts have said so far.

Part 25 - The view from in-house counsel: Risk management during COVID-19

Canada: This session offered an in depth discussion with senior in-house counsel about risk management during the time of COVID-19.

Legal privilege – What do you need to know?

“Privilege” – the word that always comes up in litigation. Are your communications privileged? Are they confidential? Do you have to disclose them?

Day 3 - Ontario Employment and Labour Spring webinar series

Canada: Day 3 of the series covered a wrongful dismissal case law update; steps to appealing a WSIB decision; and Inclusion & Diversity in the workplace.

Day 2 - Ontario Employment and Labour Spring webinar series

Canada: For Day 2 of the series, Meaghen Russell and Stephanie Lewis offered practical guidelines and tips on how to conduct proper workplace investigations

Day 1 - Ontario Employment and Labour Spring webinar series

Canada: Day 1 of the series covered employer compliance, vacation pay and Family Status Accommodation.

COVID-19 in the workplace: Top 5 return to work considerations for insurers and brokers

Canada: Laurie LaPalme and Meaghen Russell discuss the top 5 return to work considerations for insurers and brokers related to Covid-19.

Part 24 - Review of new paid sick leave and what you need to know about rapid antigen testing

Canada: This session provided an overview of paid Sick Leave requirements in British Columbia, Alberta and Ontario followed by a summary of what you need to know about rapid antigen testing.

Protecting your investments and assets: Risk mitigation in the renewable energy sector

In this webinar, we discussed the protections available through investment treaties, how properly structuring your investment at the outset can assist in protecting your international interests, and dispute resolution tips to mitigate risk.

Regulating the internet – really? Part II: The accountability and enforcement challenges

Day 2 – Enforcement on the internet

We invite you to a complimentary virtual conference where Parliamentarians, representatives from the social media industry, specialized lawyers, and academics will address the specific challenges of regulating the Internet. Join us on day two to hear about the challenges in enforcing the law on the Internet.

Regulating the internet – really? Part II: The accountability and enforcement challenges

Day 1 – Accountability on the internet

We invite you to a complimentary virtual conference where Parliamentarians, representatives from the social media industry, specialized lawyers, and academics will address the specific challenges of regulating the Internet. Join us on day one to hear about how the Internet has raised new challenges in upholding the rule of law and in defining who is accountable for legal compliance.

Do you know what your neighbour is doing? What Canadian businesses need to know about the changing privacy landscape in the US

On April 30th we hosted a for a robust discussion about the rapidly changing privacy landscape in the US and how it impacts Canadian organizations, including new state privacy laws, pending federal bills, and litigation trends.

Part 23 - Fines and enforcement, mask refusals and vaccination

Canada: This session provided an update on enforcement, charges and fines; as well as a discussion on Human rights and mask refusals: recent statements from human rights tribunals about the threshold for complaints; followed by an update on vaccinations and employers rights and obligations in Québec.

Canadian Smart Cities Quarterly Roundtable

We are very pleased to host our inaugural Canadian Smart Cities Quarterly Roundtable featuring dynamic industry specialists in conversation with Dentons leaders.

Class Actions 101

On April 15, 2021, Dentons’ Litigation group hosted a complimentary one hour webinar designed specifically to answer your questions surrounding class actions.

Part 1 - Going Public in Canada: A fireside chat series

Canada: Derek Lithwick (Managing Director, Investment Banking) from Stifel Financial Corp. sat down with Dentons Partner Scott Rozansky, the national lead of our securities and corporate finance group.

Data residency for Canadian companies – The new privacy risk and how to manage it

Chantal Bernier from Dentons Canada and Christophe Fichet from Dentons Europe, provided an update on data residency requirements as well as concrete solutions to manage this new level of diligence.

ESG trends in mineral exploration and development

ESG has become a key pillar in the success for mining companies globally. In our last session, our panelists from both industry and legal, will cover ESG trends in minerals exploration and development.

Part 22 - Legal update for Canadian employers: Workplace updates

Canada: This session was an overview of vaccines and antigen testing in the workplace, deducting home office expenses in 2020 and a detailed look at work refusals.

Global trends in mining - The latest insights from Africa, China, Latin America and Canada

In our third session, our speakers from across the globe will highlight strategic investments, JV trends and key considerations for investments in Africa, Latin America, Canada and China.

Protecting your mining assets – Risk management in risky times

Capital constraint. Increasingly complex regulations. Rising resource nationalism. In the global business of mining, these are just a few of the challenges and protecting your mining assets is the key pillar to success. Our second session will provide an in depth overview on how to mitigate risk and protect your mining assets globally.

The latest in M&A and financing trends for mining issuers

Dentons Mining group is hosting a month-long webinar series in conjunction with the PDAC 2021 conference. Our complimentary series covers trends and developments in key jurisdictions where you do business.

Part 21 - Legal update for Canadian employers: Legislation, travel restriction and disciplinary action updates

Canada: This session included an update on the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy, the latest on COVID-19 travel restrictions and COVID-related disciplinary issues.

Part 20 - Legal update for Canadian employers: Employment and Labour trends for 2021 – getting back to normal

Canada: This session covered an update on lockdown measures, the new Toronto Public Health Requirement and trends for 2021.

Cross-border class action trends

In 2020, there were several key decisions regarding class actions in Canada and the US and we also saw a significant number of COVID-19-related class actions across various industries.

GDPR in practice for North American companies

GDPR was implemented in 2018 with express extraterritorial reach to organizations “not established in” the European Union, raising issues on the extent and nature of scope of the GDPR application to North American companies.

What to expect in 2021 and beyond: Top trends that may shape the future of your law department

Predicting challenges and opportunities for the legal function and what its environment will look like in the months ahead can seem an insurmountable challenge, making routine tasks like setting budgets for the year feel a bit like a ‘pin the tail on the donkey’ exercise.

Privilege – a primer for in-house counsel

Please join us for an interactive discussion on privilege issues impacting in-house counsel in the new dynamic.

Tech, Media & IP – A year in review and insights for 2021

On December 10, 2020, the Dentons’ Technology, New Media & IP Litigation group highlighted six decisions released in 2019-2020 that you need to know about. Our panelists broke down these key decisions and provided insight on what it means for your business in 2021.

Implementing Canada’s proposed new privacy law (CPPA): Lessons learned from the GDPR

On November 17, 2020, changes to the Canadian government introduced the proposed new federal privacy law, the Consumer Privacy Protection Act (CPPA).

Navigating updates in international arbitration for Canadian businesses

International arbitration has long been a preferred method of dispute resolution for sophisticated commercial entities.

Franchising and COVID-19: Looking back and moving forward

Dentons’ Franchising and Distribution group hosted an engaging conversation with business leaders about the future of franchising. The panel of legal and industry professionals reflected on what businesses experienced in 2020 and what it means for your agreements, space, people and customers moving forward.

Budgeting for privacy modernization – what every company needs to know

Dentons hosted a complimentary informative discussion on establishing priorities and managing budgeting considerations for your legal spend on Tuesday, November 24, 2020.

The globalization of cannabis – 2020 and where do we grow from here?

Dentons’ Global Cannabis Practice group presented a complimentary webinar with leading cannabis lawyers from each of Canada, the United States, Europe and South America providing an update on recent regulatory developments in the global cannabis industry.

Navigating Canada’s COVID-19 travel restrictions and its 14-day self-quarantine requirement

On Thursday, November 19, 2020, Dentons hosted a one-hour complimentary session on navigating Canada’s COVID-19 travel restrictions and its 14-day self-quarantine requirement.

Emphasizing solutions in dispute resolution: a one-hour primer on solving legal disputes

Join Dentons lawyers David Wotherspoon and Samantha Chang to discuss effective dispute resolution.

Let’s make a deal: Critical success elements of cross-border M&A deals

On November 17, 2020, a leading panel of Dentons M&A advisors from Canada, the US and the UK hosted a complimentary webinar on strategies and critical considerations for taking your investment abroad.

Greasing the wheels: Using Rep & Warranty Insurance to get the deal done

Dentons' Business Law Group hosted a webinar on key considerations and typical exclusions for representation and warranty insurance in M&A transactions. During this session our presenters discussed challenges and trends including the impact of COVID-19 on due diligence, policies and specific indemnities.

Critical developments in data 2.0

Our Transformative Technology and Data Strategy group hosted a webinar on critical developments in data privacy landscape in Canada. During this session our presenters discussed practical strategies for risk management and provided insight into the modernization of privacy legislation across Canada.