Canadian businesses may soon face tougher standards in merger review if amendments being considered by the government to include “structural presumptions” and more onerous remedy standards in merger reviews are passed into...more
Given the Canadian government’s increasing scrutiny over M&A activity in the food, transportation and critical infrastructure sectors, Canadian businesses operating in these sectors should plan accordingly and remain prepared...more
1 Relevant Authorities and Legislation -
1.1 Who is/are the relevant merger authority(ies)? If relevant, please include details of: (i) independence from government; (ii) who the senior decision-makers are (e.g. Chair,...more
Relevant Authorities and Legislation -
1.1 -
Who is/are the relevant merger authority(ies)?
The Competition Bureau (the “Bureau”) is an independent, federal law enforcement agency responsible for the administration...more
1. Relevant Authorities and Legislation -
1.1. Who is/are the relevant merger authority(ies)?
The Competition Bureau (the “Bureau”) is an independent, federal law enforcement agency responsible for the administration...more
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Pre-Merger Filing Requirements