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Quebec’s mid-market M&A landscape has undergone a seismic shift in recent years, with local buyers increasingly outbidding international investors for highly sought-after assets. This trend is fueled by a combination of...more
In this Edition - The venture debt market continues to expand and play a prominent role in the Canadian venture capital market....more
Plusieurs tendances notables ressortent des activités de F&A visant des sociétés fermées en 2024. Au cours de la dernière année, non seulement les parties ont-elles montré de la prudence dans leurs opérations, mais le marché...more
The Canadian government has increased the monetary thresholds to determine whether a net benefit review of a foreign investment in Canada is required under the Investment Canada Act for 2025....more
The Canadian government has announced new measures in its 2024 Fall Economic Statement to facilitate increased pension fund investment in the country’s venture capital (VC) sector. This includes a commitment of $1 billion to...more
Since the election of President Gustavo Petro, Colombia’s executive has repeatedly proposed structural reforms that undermine foreign investment across sectors, reflecting a worrisome trend across Latin America. Despite...more
The Ontario Securities Commission (“OSC”) published for comment a proposed framework (the “Proposal”) to facilitate retail investment in illiquid Long-Term Assets (as defined below) through a new type of prospectus-qualified...more
Private M&A in Canada had another defining year in 2024, including increased regulatory scrutiny, significant activity in certain sectors and the rise of private capital. In the latest episode of our podcast, Blakes Partners...more
The year 2024 is proving to be a pivotal time on the global stage with numerous critical elections reshaping the political landscape. As new governments take office, businesses and individuals must prepare for a wave of...more
Les fluctuations des marchés de fusions et acquisitions (« F&A ») et du financement au cours des dernières années, particulièrement dans le secteur des entreprises émergentes et du capital de risque, ont fait ressortir...more
According to a recently released preview of the RSM Middle Market Sustainability Survey 2024: US and Canada, 75% of middle-market companies report their organization has already taken steps to prepare for compliance with at...more
The ups and downs of the M&A and financing markets over the past few years, particularly in the emerging companies (EC) and venture capital (VC) sector, have demonstrated the importance of emerging companies and their...more
The Bre-X mining scandal of the 1990s is one of history’s most infamous corporate fraud cases. Bre-X Minerals Ltd., a small Canadian company, falsely reported one of the largest gold deposits ever discovered in Indonesia,...more
In this special edition of Bennett Jones' quarterly M&A update, we look at deal activity and the investment climate in Canada with a focus on the Québec market. The second quarter of 2024 and the year so far has been one of...more
Editor’s Note - Welcome to the May 2024 edition of Plugged In! This month, we delve into the nuanced developments shaping the future of EVs, from strategic challenges to investment trends....more
It was another record-breaking year for the annual Bloom Burton & Co. Healthcare Investor Conference (BBHIC) in Toronto. The event brought together premier healthcare companies and investors from Canada and around the world....more
Cross-border mergers and acquisitions (“M&A”) unlock growth, diversification, and a stronger global stance for businesses. These strategic moves enable firms from different nations to blend resources, making way into new...more
Le 1er mars 2024, le gouvernement fédéral canadien a publié deux politiques qui auront des répercussions sur les investissements étrangers dans les secteurs canadiens des jeux vidéo, de la réalité virtuelle et des médias...more
On March 1, 2024, the Canadian government issued two policies that will be consequential for foreign investment in the Canadian gaming, virtual reality and digital media sectors, indicating that such investments will be...more
Key Findings - - U.S. investors show strong and sustained interest - Canadian government-backed funds lead domestic investment - Non-dilutive funding emerges as a dominant force - Majority of investments are in...more
With the return of private equity activity to pre-pandemic levels in Canada, there has been a distinct shift in the way parties approach deal terms. Blakes Partners Rory ffrench and Rianna Ritchie walk us through some of the...more
The Canadian government has increased the monetary thresholds to determine whether a net benefit review of a foreign investment in Canada is required under the Investment Canada Act for 2024. All acquisitions of control of...more
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The new year brings new considerations for pension fund and sovereign investors. Below are a few key topics to keep in mind going into 2024...more
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