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2 months ago | 
bennettjones.com | Melanie Aitken |Sabrina A. Bandali |Thomas A. Bauer |David Bursey |James Clare |Curtis Cusinato | +32 more
Bennett Jones has been recognized in the Chambers Global Guide 2025, with 49 lawyers ranked across 19 practice areas. Clients in Canada and around the world trust us to navigate their most complex legal matters. Our inclusion in the Chambers Global Guide 2025 highlights our commitment to an exceptional client experience, deep industry knowledge and long-standing client relationships.
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Jul 24, 2024 | 
mondaq.com | Martin Ignasiak KC |Laurie Wright |David Bursey |Sharon Singh
In recent months, the Government of Canada took several steps
that may alter the regulatory system for natural resource and
infrastructure projects, and "clean growth projects" in
particular.
First, Bill C-69, An Act to implement certain provisions of
the budget tabled in Parliament on April 16, 2024, was given
Royal Assent.
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Jul 24, 2024 | 
jdsupra.com | David Bursey |Serge Dupont |Martin Ignasiak KC
In recent months, the Government of Canada took several steps that may alter the regulatory system for natural resource and infrastructure projects, and "clean growth projects" in particular.
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May 12, 2024 | 
mondaq.com | David Bursey |Lisa Rodriguez |Martin Ignasiak KC
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Bennett Jones is one of Canada's premier business law firms and home to 500 lawyers and business advisors. With deep experience in complex transactions and litigation matters, the firm is well equipped to advise businesses and investors with Canadian ventures, and connect Canadian businesses and investors with opportunities around the world.
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May 7, 2024 | 
jdsupra.com | David Bursey |Martin Ignasiak KC |Lisa Rodriguez
On April 30, 2024, the Government of Canada announced widely-anticipated amendments to the Impact Assessment Act (IAA or Act) as part of a 663 page omnibus budget bill. Canada announced the 2024 budget with the tagline "Fairness for Every Generation," claiming that the amendments to the IAA are both "" and allow for a more efficient assessment process. However, the proposed amendments offer minimal changes, and may leave the IAA once again ripe for constitutional challenges.
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Apr 17, 2024 | 
mondaq.com | Sharon Singh |Kevin Myson |Martin Ignasiak KC |Radha Curpen
The Alberta government has identified, and is taking proactive
steps to address, the looming threat of a severe drought this year. As negotiations unfold to secure water-sharing agreements, a
cascade of legal and economic considerations emerges. In
particular, the implications for various sectors, including
agriculture and oil and gas, pose challenges and require well
thought-out responses.
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Apr 11, 2024 | 
jdsupra.com | David Bursey |Martin Ignasiak KC |Jessica Kennedy
[co-author: Madison Bergen - Articling Student]On June 15, 2023, the Government of British Columbia announced BC Hydro was proceeding with a call for new sources (the Call to Power) of 100 percent clean, renewable emission-free electricity from large-scale projects, notably including wind and solar. As part of phase two of BC Hydro's engagement process, on January 8, 2024, BC Hydro issued a draft Request for Proposals (RFP).
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Apr 4, 2024 | 
jdsupra.com | Radha Curpen |Martin Ignasiak KC |Kevin Myson
The Alberta government has identified, and is taking proactive steps to address, the looming threat of a severe drought this year. As negotiations unfold to secure water-sharing agreements, a cascade of legal and economic considerations emerges. In particular, the implications for various sectors, including agriculture and oil and gas, pose challenges and require well thought-out responses.
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Mar 13, 2024 | 
mondaq.com | Martin Ignasiak KC |Jason Kenney |Lisa Rodriguez
On February 15, 2024, Bennett Jones' Calgary office welcomed
nearly 80 project stakeholders and industry leaders—with
hundreds more tuning in online—to talk about Synergy in Energy: Building Effective Indigenous
Partnerships.
Moderated by Martin Ignasiak KC, Head of Bennett Jones'
Energy Regulatory practice, the panel touched
on trends, best practices and common challenges in energy-related
transactions involving Indigenous stakeholders.
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Mar 6, 2024 | 
jdsupra.com | Martin Ignasiak KC |Lisa Rodriguez
On February 15, 2024, Bennett Jones' Calgary office welcomed nearly 80 project stakeholders and industry leaders—with hundreds more tuning in online—to talk about Synergy in Energy: Building Effective Indigenous Partnerships. Moderated by Martin Ignasiak KC, Head of Bennett Jones' Energy Regulatory practice, the panel touched on trends, best practices and common challenges in energy-related transactions involving Indigenous stakeholders.
