Canadian Securities Regulators Substantially Change Take-Over Bid Rules
The CSA announced amendments to take-over bid rules in Canada
Canadian Securities Regulators Amend Early Warning Reporting Requirements
The CSA announced amendments to the early warning reporting regime.
Recent Developments in the Regulation of Defensive Tactics in Canadian Take-over Bids – Part II
A discussion of the ASC’s decision in Re Suncor Energy Inc, 2015 ABSC 984.
Physician-Assisted Death – An Update
Legislative committee publishes recommendations for framework of a federal response to physician-assisted dying.
CSA Updates Guidance on Non-GAAP Financial Measures
On January 14, 2016, the Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) updated its guidance on non-GAAP financial measures to reflect amendments to IAS 1 Presentation of Financial ... Continued
Save the Date: the Importance of the Date of First Use in Canadian Trademark Applications (for now)
A recent decision of the Canadian Trademarks Opposition Board, Constellation Brands Québec Inc. c Sociedad Vinícola Miguel Torres, S.A., 2016 TMOB 4 (“Miguel Torres”), serves as ... Continued
Location Matters: The Perils of Geographic Names as Trademarks
When choosing a trade or business name it may seem like a good idea to incorporate the location of your business into the name. There ... Continued
Toronto Stock Exchange Clarifies Normal Course Issuer Bid Rules
On January 15, 2016, the TSX issued frequently asked questions (“FAQ”) which provide guidance on Sections 628 and 629 of the TSX Company Manual (the ... Continued
TSX and TSXV Provide Additional Guidance on Rights Offerings
In December 2015, the Canadian Securities Administrators (the “CSA”) adopted amendments to the rights offering regime to make it easier for issuers to utilize rights ... Continued
Recent Developments in the Regulation of Defensive Tactics in Canadian Take-over Bids – Part I
A discussion of the BCSC’s decision in Re Red Eagle, 2015 BCSECCOM 401.
New Investment Dealer Prospectus Exemption Broadens Potential Investor Market for Canadian Listed Issuers
On January 14, 2016, securities regulators in British Columbia, Alberta, Manitoba, New Brunswick and Saskatchewan announced the adoption of a new prospectus exemption, effective immediately, ... Continued
Toronto Stock Exchange Clarifies Normal Course Issuer Bid Rules
On January 15, 2016, the TSX issued frequently asked questions (“FAQ”) which provide guidance on Sections 628 and 629 of the TSX Company Manual (the ... Continued