International & Cross-Border Business

An exclusive and proprietary analysis of hundreds of Canadian private equity acquisitions and investments. The Blakes study is the most in-depth view into Canadian private equity buyout and investment transactions in the legal industry, identifying recent trends and providing an understanding of “what is market” in Canadian private equity.

The study is divided into two sections, each examining key aspects of data liability in commercial technology agreements. It highlights trends in liability caps, exclusions and indemnification, providing valuable insights into how organizations are managing data risks in technology contracts.

Our Canadian Public Mergers and Acquisitions FAQs brochure answers frequently asked questions regarding the regulation of public M&A in Canada.

While Canadian M&A shares many characteristics with transactions in the United States and Europe, it also has several unique legal and commercial features. Foreign acquirers who work with experienced Canadian legal counsel are well-positioned to understand these differences and navigate transactions successfully. This tip sheet addresses some of those key differences.

A comparison of the key differences between Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code and the Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act. 

Cross-border securitizations involving Canadian assets can take various forms. This paper focuses on 10 important Canadian law considerations that apply to “southbound” securitizations of Canadian assets in the U.S.

This toolkit outlines the key competition law issues a company may face when carrying out mergers and acquisitions in Canada, and offers practical guidance on deal preparation, negotiations and the merger review process.

This guide provides an introduction to Canada’s civil litigation and dispute resolution system. It describes the procedures followed in Canada’s civil courts and administrative tribunals and discusses other forms of dispute resolution, with a focus on mediation and arbitration.

The Blakes Canadian Public M&A Deal Study is a comprehensive analysis of the recurring issues in structuring and negotiating target-supported public company acquisitions in Canada.