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Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the business landscape across all industries by redefining traditional business practices and opening new possibilities for innovation. As with any transformative technology, there are inherent risks that require careful consideration. As one of the country’s largest and most experientially diverse practices, our multi-disciplinary team offers comprehensive counsel on AI issues in Canada.

Whether you are starting your business, raising funds or looking to invest in the next big thing, our Emerging Companies & Venture Capital team can guide you in your growth journey.

Operating in a global economy presents a wide range of challenges. As tariffs are increasingly used to pursue government policies, businesses should prepare for impacts on global supply chains. While it may be difficult to predict what trade measures will be enacted, our multi-disciplinary team offers key insights to provide a proactive approach to developments in cross-border tariffs.

No business is immune to the threat of cyber criminals. Whether boosting your data protection measures, preparing for a possible breach via table-top simulation exercises or actively dealing with an attack, make sure the lawyers from one of Canada’s most comprehensive cybersecurity and privacy groups are in your corner.

The business case for a diverse and inclusive workplace is beyond debate, but regulatory requirements are rising just as quickly as public expectations in the area. Whether your organization is crafting policies, disclosing data or implementing plans concerning diversity and inclusion, Blakes lawyers are on hand to help you navigate the legal framework.

A revolution in investor attitudes toward sustainability and social responsibility has pushed ESG issues from the periphery of corporate decision-making to the very centre. Stay on top of legal developments, regulatory requirements and industry trends in this rapidly evolving area with the help of our multidisciplinary team of professionals.

COVID-19 gave employers and their employees a chance to showcase their resilience and flexibility as the pandemic ushered in a generation’s worth of workplace change in short order. With technology advancing exponentially and artificial intelligence opening up new opportunities, the coming years promise to be equally fast-paced. Stay ahead of the game with insights from Blakes lawyers.

As the business world faces supply chain disruptions, bloated gas prices and unrelenting inflation, multinational enterprises and companies seeking global expansion are at higher risk of encountering limitations in their operational and transactional activities. If you’re a foreign company doing business in Canada, our lawyers can help with breaking boundaries and opening new frontiers to help keep your business healthy and ready for any challenge.

Collaborations between the public and private sectors can be difficult to navigate, with diverse objectives and priorities at play. The Blakes team offers 360-degree insight to help clients streamline projects and find synergies.