Posts by Emma Powell
A Conversation with Peter Eirikson, Principal Lawyer
Canada is undergoing a major social, political, and economic transformation. As the country adapts to this evolving landscape, our lawyers continue to align themselves with the needs of Indigenous organizations and businesses affected by these changes. According to the Natural Resources Canada report, as of May 2023, 493 major projects are either under construction or…
Read MoreMT+CO. Named One of Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures 2024 by Waterstone Human Capital
We’ve been named a 2024 Canada’s Most Admired™ Corporate Cultures Award winner in the Emerging category! We’re thrilled to be recognized for our commitment to building a high-performance culture that helps drive growth and performance. The Canada’s Most Admired™ Corporate Cultures program recognizes best-in-class Canadian organizations for having cultures that enhance performance and sustain a…
Read MoreA Double-Edged Sword: New Employee Protections Create Uncertainty for Delivery Workers
Written by: Rebecca Langille and Jocelyn Bell In a sweeping move that has sparked both praise and concern, British Columbia introduced new regulations for app-based gig workers—specifically those in rideshare and delivery services—which came into effect September 3, 2024. These changes are designed to provide minimum wage entitlements and workplace protections, but they also raise…
Read MoreJulie Abouchar and Carl McKay join new MT+Co. Toronto office.
United States’ FTC Ban on Non-Competes Found Unenforceable
On April 24, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) in the United States passed a nationwide ban on non-competes in workplaces for jobs and industries that the FTC regulates (the “Non-Compete Ban”). The ban aimed to curb the exploitation of vulnerable workers and increase the lateral mobility of workers. For more information about the Non-Compete…
Read More16 Lawyers Recognized in Best Lawyers 2025
At the heart of our successes are our incredible clients and the work we do with them. It drives us forward to continue to grow and excel in our practices. We are excited to announce that eight lawyers are recognized in the 2025 edition of Best Lawyers. Further, we are excited to announce that eight…
Read MoreKeeping Up with Non-Competes: The State of Non-Competition Clauses in BC
Disclaimer: Effective September 4, 2024, the FTC’s Non-Compete Ban was found to be unenforceable. For more information, see the United States’ FTC Ban on Non-competes Found Unenforceable. Non-Competition Clauses A non-competition clause (or “non-compete”) is a provision, often found in employment contracts, that restricts an employee from engaging in competitive activities against their former employer…
Read MoreCourt of Appeal Rules Waste Rock and Tailings From Historic Mine Belong to Mine Operator
Erin Reimer and Özge Yazar, lawyers in MT+Co.’s Litigation and Dispute Resolution Group, recently represented the Tahltan Central Government as an intervenor in the British Columbia Court of Appeal. The matter before the Court was a second-level appeal of a decision of the Chief Gold Commissioner (“CGC”) regarding property rights to approximately 1.75 million tonnes…
Read MoreSetting the Standard: Recent Case Offers Guidance for Workplace Investigations
More often than not, we see civil court cases and human rights tribunal decisions that highlight poorly conducted workplace investigations and essentially offer a checklist of what employers should not do. However, in the recent case of Salanguit v. Parq Vancouver and another, 2024 BCHRT 119[i] (“Parq”), the BC Human Rights Tribunal (“Tribunal”) has provided…
Read MoreProud Announcement – Three MT+Co. Lawyers Recognized as Benchmark Litigation Stars 2024
Join us in celebrating Joelle Walker, Merle Alexander, KC, and Myles Brown for their well-deserved recognition as 2024 Benchmark Litigation Stars and MT + Co’s Litigation + Dispute Resolution Group’s recognition as a Benchmark Recommended Firm for 2024. Benchmark Litigation is the only publication on the market to focus exclusively on litigation. Since its inception, Benchmark has grown…
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