Canada’s Defence Industrial Strategy marks a generational shift in defence procurement, industrial policy, and national security oversight. This legal update outlines what’s changing, what matters most for companies, and the practical steps organizations should be taking now

On January 25, 2026, emergency crews responded to an incident at the Canmore Inn and Suites after multiple children became seriously ill in the hotel pool area. Paramedics transported 11 children to hospital, while more than 30 others were reported to be experiencing symptoms including vomiting and respiratory distress. Fire crews later detected elevated levels of a hazardous substance in the air, and subsequent reporting has identified dangerously high chlorine levels as the likely cause.

Alberta Health Services (AHS) is investigating the incident. Public inspection records show the hotel pool had previously been cited for issues related to chlorine levels, raising serious concerns about pool maintenance, chemical monitoring, and compliance with public health and safety standards. While officials have not yet linked those prior citations directly to this incident, the circumstances highlight the risks associated with improperly managed pool chemicals—particularly for children.

Few things are more stressful than the possibility of losing your job. Especially when you suspect layoffs are coming but haven’t received official notice of termination of employment. So, what should you do if you find yourself in this situation?

Were you or a loved one affected by the recent gastrointestinal outbreak linked to Saskatoon Farm near Calgary?

On July 25, 2025, Alberta Health Services (AHS) confirmed a gastrointestinal outbreak at the food facility within the Saskatoon Farm food facility located at #20 80181 338 Ave E, Foothills County, AB. As of August 14, 2025, there have been 107 probable laboratory cases of E. coli, 68 of which amoebiasis has also been identified.

The Canadian Government’s proposed increase to the capital gains inclusion rate has been a hot topic of debate, affecting investors, entrepreneurs and the broader economy. Initially announced in April 2024 as part of the federal budget, the plan aimed to increase the inclusion rate—the taxable portion of capital gains—from 50% to 67%. This change, set to take effect on June 25, 2024, was expected to generate approximately C$19.4 billion over the subsequent five years, helping fund affordable housing initiatives and reduce the national budget deficit.

However, after significant opposition from businesses, industry leaders and political figures, the Government announced on January 31, 2025, that the implementation of the increase would be deferred until at least January 1, 2026. This decision left many Canadians questioning the future of capital gains taxation and its impact on investment decisions.