Environmental

Environmental issues are of growing importance to government, business and the public. We assist municipalities, mining companies, manufacturers, land-owners, lenders and others in a wide range of environmental matters.

Services include:

  • Advising and representing clients throughout the environmental assessment process
  • Advising and representing clients in prosecutions under environmental protection legislation
  • Working with experts when dealing with environmental concerns in both commercial and industrial settings
Ryan P. Burgoyne

Ryan P. Burgoyne

Partner
Fredericton

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Joseph F. Burke

Joseph F. Burke

Partner
Halifax

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Matthew J. Dorreen

Matthew J. Dorreen

Partner
Halifax

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Stephen J. May, KC

Stephen J. May, KC

Counsel
St. John's

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James K. O’Connell, KC

James K. O’Connell, KC

Counsel
New Brunswick, Saint John

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Joshua R. Pye

Joshua R. Pye

Associate
Halifax

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Mark J. Robertson

Mark J. Robertson

Associate
New Brunswick, Saint John

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G. Todd Stanley, KC

G. Todd Stanley, KC

Managing Partner
St. John's

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Guy S. Wellard

Guy S. Wellard

Partner
Halifax

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Charles D. Whelly, KC

Charles D. Whelly, KC

Counsel
New Brunswick, Saint John

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Bliss White

Bliss White

Associate
New Brunswick, Saint John

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Articles & Insights

Harnessing AI in Wind Energy: Risks, Opportunities, and the Role of Contractual Clarity

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 […]

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Nova Scotia Seeks to Stimulate Offshore Wind and Tidal Energy

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 […]

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Mineral and Mining Rights in Newfoundland and Labrador

Mineral tenures in the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador are governed by the Mineral Act, SNL 1990 c. M-12 (the “Mineral Act”). Below is a summary of the main aspects of the mining tenure system in Newfoundland and Labrador including the issuance of mineral licences, mining leases and surface leases. Ownership of Minerals Title to […]

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