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- Manitoba shows economic strength amidst newly announced U.S. tariffs
As President-Elect Donald Trump prepares to take office, his newly announced 25% tariff on Canadian goods has cast a shadow of uncertainty over Canada’s economic landscape. The purported aim of this new tariff is to address border-related issues such as drug trafficking. However, this move has spark … Read more »
- SK Government proposes amendments to Employment Act to address tips, overtime, sick leave notes and more
On December 4, 2024, the Government of Saskatchewan introduced Bill 5, The Saskatchewan Employment Amendment Act 2024. In the accompanying announcement, the Government stated the amendments are intended to reduce administrative burdens for employers and provide support to employees. Some of the more … Read more »
- Not-so-simple agreements for future equity
Simple agreements for future equity (“SAFEs”) are becoming a common way for startups and high-growth companies to raise funds. However, don’t let the name fool you. While SAFEs may be intended to be a simple and quick way to bring money in the door, the terms of SAFEs are much more complex and tend … Read more »
- True North Real Estate Development acquires Winnipeg’s Portage Place for transformational redevelopment
On Friday, November 29, 2024, True North Real Estate Development (TNRED) finalized its acquisition of Portage Place mall – marking the start of highly anticipated redevelopment plans for this downtown Winnipeg landmark. TNRED announced that preparations for the site’s transformation will begin immed … Read more »
- MLT Aikins welcomes Joshua Krane to lead the competition law and foreign investment practice
MLT Aikins is delighted to announce that Joshua Krane has joined the firm’s partnership to lead our competition law and foreign investment practice. With more than 15 years of experience, Josh has advised on some of Canada’s most significant and complex competition and foreign investment matters. H … Read more »