Even amid the uncertainty of U.S. tariffs and a trade war, there was some positive PE activity in Canada in the first quarter of 2025. What lies ahead after President Trump announced his sweeping global tariff plans on April...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
On August 29, 2023, the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) announced amendments to its Standards for Internet Gaming (Standards) and released further guidance on its implementation on February 8, 2024. These...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
Key Takeaways -
- AGCO proposes banning the use of athletes and celebrities from internet gambling advertising and marketing in Ontario.
- Comments can be submitted to AGCO until May 8, 2023.
- New rules would be...more
4/19/2023
/ Advertising ,
Athletes ,
Canada ,
Celebrities ,
Gambling ,
Marketing ,
Online Gaming ,
Online Platforms ,
Online Safety for Children ,
Ontario ,
Sports Betting ,
Sports Gambling
Welcome to Bennett Jones' quarterly Fintech in Canada update, where our fintech lawyers address timely issues shaping the industry. We look at what industry participants need to know in the areas of financial regulation,...more
4/17/2023
/ Acquisitions ,
Banking Sector ,
Canada ,
Corporate Finance ,
Crypto Exchanges ,
Cryptoassets ,
Cryptocurrency ,
Financial Institutions ,
Financial Services Industry ,
FinTech ,
Innovative Technology ,
Mergers ,
Popular ,
Tax Reform ,
Technology Sector
The Government of Canada continued their drive to decarbonize the economy through the use of the carrot rather than the stick in Budget 2023 by announcing two new investment tax credits...more
3/31/2023
/ Canada ,
Clean Energy ,
Clean Tech ,
Electricity ,
Energy Projects ,
Federal Budget ,
Green Finance ,
Green Technology ,
Hydrogen Power ,
Investment ,
Tax Credits
Federal and provincial policies are creating a new landscape for zero-emissions vehicles (ZEV) manufacturers, importers and suppliers, charging companies and investors to Canada. Opportunities and considerations include...more
The Canadian M&A landscape is one of reserved optimism as 2022 comes to a close and we look ahead to a new year. Despite the uncertainty in the marketplace, Canada remains home to attractive assets and dynamic dealmakers. We...more
The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has announced new guidance for Internet gaming (iGaming) advertising and marketing, leading up to the launch of the province's new iGaming market on April 4, 2022....more
As of April 4, 2022, private gaming operators and suppliers that have successfully registered with the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) and entered into an operating agreement with iGaming Ontario will be able...more