Posts by Emma Powell
Four MT+Co. Lawyers Newly Called to Northwest Territories Bar
MT+Co. is proud to announce that Joelle Walker, Erin Barnes, Iain Thomas, and Allan Prest are officially called to the Northwest Territories Bar; this is an exciting development as our firm continues to expand our presence in northern Canada. One-quarter of our legal team identifies as Indigenous, and we are partially Indigenous-owned. This continued investment…
Read MoreSix MT+Co. Lawyers Ranked in Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory 2025
Proud Announcement – Six MT+Co. Lawyers ranked in the 2025 Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory! Join us in celebrating Rob Miller, Merle Alexander, K.C., Tamara Napoleon, and Joelle Walker for their recognition as leading lawyers in Aboriginal Law and Julie Abouchar in Environmental Law and Aboriginal Law. Dan Fogarty is ranked as a Leading Lawyer to…
Read MoreDeploying ESA Compliance: A Techie’s Guide to Staying Legal in BC
As BC’s high technology industry continues to thrive, it is critical for businesses in the sector to fully understand their obligations and opportunities under the Employment Standards Act (“ESA”). While BC’s high technology companies can benefit from certain exemptions that offer operational flexibility, such advantages come with legal risks that businesses must carefully manage. In…
Read MoreCongratulations to MT+Co.’s New Principals
We are excited to announce the appointment of Sasha Platz and Nick Smith as principal lawyers. Sasha is a member of our business law group and leads our Okanagan presence. She is called to the bar in Alberta and BC. Sasha’s practice focuses on mergers and acquisitions, commercial leasing, real estate and finance. Sasha’s…
Read MoreAppeal Court Found Crypto Trading Platform’s Arbitration Clause Unenforceable
The Court of Appeal for Ontario refused to stay a proposed class action against the cryptocurrency platform Binance in favour of arbitration. The arbitration clause at issue was buried within Binance’s 50-page terms prompted to be accepted in 30 seconds, and changed within the relevant period to require arbitration in Singapore, Switzerland, and then Hong…
Read MoreA 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…
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