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It’s Not Easy Bein’ Green: New Greenwashing Guidance & Public Consultation

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The new greenwashing provisions in the Competition Act are attracting significant attention from Canadian businesses, especially for those focused on proactively discussing their efforts regarding emissions and the...more

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Cleaning up the Act: Canada's new greenwashing laws

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Last year, we discussed the ever-increasing interest in green branding and how marketing claims related to the environment are receiving increased scrutiny by Canadian regulatory authorities. It should therefore come as no...more

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In the Green Zone: Navigating the Competition Act’s New Greenwashing Provisions

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The new prohibition against greenwashing under the Competition Act took effect on June 20, 2024, while private actions for deceptive marketing practices will take effect next year. This prohibition merely codifies existing...more

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Standing Committee Proposes More (Tough) Changes to the Competition Act: Insights on Drip Pricing, Sale Discounts, Greenwashing,...

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Bill C-59 was presented to the House of Commons on May 6 with significant amendments from the Standing Committee on Finance. These changes further strengthen the deceptive marketing provisions of the Competition Act with...more

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[Event] 30th Annual Advertising and Marketing Law - January 17th - 18th, Toronto, ON, Canada

Hosted by Canadian Institute, the 30th Annual Advertising & Marketing Law conference returns for another exciting year where the top minds convene to network and engage in thought-provoking discussions shaping the law, policy...more

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Hurry Up and Comply: Key Takeaways for Canadian Businesses on Misleading Advertising Urgency Cues

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Urgency cues remain near the top of the Competition Bureau’s misleading advertising enforcement priorities, as demonstrated by the Bureau’s recent consent agreement with a furniture chain retailer....more

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Canadian Government Announces “First Set” of Competition Act Reforms

In a recent press release, Canada’s Prime Minister announced a “first set” of proposed changes to the Competition Act, with additional “comprehensive legislative reforms” to follow in the coming months. While the federal...more

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Like & Follow! What to know when #advertising with #influencers

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If a latte is poured without anyone to photograph it, does it make a design? Instagram, TikTok and YouTube are this century’s silver screen. They’re the way people stay in touch, share artistry, and learn about the...more

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#InfluencerMarketing: What advertisers need to know about disclosure

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It has been said that Instagram, YouTube and blogging represent the height of creative self-expression on the Internet. However, if a brand has sponsored an individual’s content, then the claim to self-expression has its...more

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