Publications

Written by: Kevin Latimer, KC. Four years after the consolidation of two Nova Scotia municipalities, it appears as if citizens of the new Regional Municipality of West Hants are reaping benefits. The former Municipality of West Hants and Town of Windsor had existed as neighbouring, but independent, municipalities for more than two centu­ries. But late […]

Written by Robin K. Aitken, TEP. “Everything to each other, and if we both go, to the kids”. Sound familiar? Estate planning is actually far more complicated than this. For PEI residents, when preparing for your estate planning meeting with one of our lawyers, there are a number of things to consider. The checklist below […]

Written by Mohammad Ali Raza, Michael M. Gallagher and Miguel deMello. The passage of Bill C-49 and amendments to Nova Scotia’s Accord Acts signal a significant opportunity for offshore wind energy investment in the province. As Nova Scotia strives to establish itself as a global leader in offshore wind, understanding how artificial intelligence (AI) can optimize operations […]

As artificial intelligence (AI) technologies become increasingly integrated into various aspects of our lives, the imperative to address AI bias and discrimination has never been more critical. These issues pose significant risks to privacy, human rights, and the equitable application of technology across society. This article explores the risks associated with AI bias and discrimination, […]

Earlier this year, new legislation was introduced into New Brunswick which recognizes the barriers to accessibility and the impact this has on persons with disabilities. The Accessibility Act[1] strives to achieve a more accessible New Brunswick by 2040. The purpose of the legislation is to identify, prevent, and remove barriers to accessibility by creating accessibility […]

In today’s fast-paced business environment, effective corporate governance is more critical than ever. Companies face an array of challenges that can impact their operations and reputation, including regulatory compliance, cybersecurity threats, and shifting market dynamics. Additionally, increasing stakeholder expectations for transparency and ethical practices require organizations to be agile and proactive in their governance strategies […]

In the rapidly evolving domain of artificial intelligence (AI), transparency and accountability stand as pillars for building trust between technology providers and users. Following our discussions on legal authority, consent, necessity, and proportionality, this article shifts focus to how businesses can implement transparency and accountability in their AI operations. These principles are critical for ensuring […]

Insurance statutes and policies provide for the resolution of claims in a multitude of ways, thus necessitating the need for insurers to identify the relationship between claims with a view to the efficient and effective resolution thereof. This article discusses the upcoming introduction of yet another means by which insurance claims may be satisfied, being […]

Nova Scotia’s offshore renewable energy sector should benefit from new legislation designed to fast-track developments and to create opportunities for smaller scale, innovative technologies. The Canada-Nova Scotia Offshore Petroleum Resources Accord Implementation Act (Nova Scotia) and the Marine Renewable Energy Act (Nova Scotia) are being amended to streamline regulatory processes in the expectation that faster […]