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CounterfactualCompliance Compass: Guiding Your Business Through Canada's Competition LawsIn this episode, host Kirsten Cirella and guests Majid Charania, Director of Competition Compliance and Outreach with the Competition Bureau, and Beth Riley, partner in the Competition and Foreign Investment Group at McMillan LLP dive into the world of competition law compliance. This episode kicks off our compliance series, providing timely insights into how the recent significant amendments to the Competition Act impact businesses across Canada. Majid and Beth discuss the fundamentals of competition law, practical compliance measures and strategies for promoting a culture of compliance within organizations. This episode aims to provide valuable insights for non-experts and experts...2025-04-0349 min
The Legal Innovation Forum PodcastLegal Leader | Sasa Jarvis – Partner, McMillanIn this episode of The Legal Innovation Forum Podcast, we sit down with Sasa Jarvis, Partner at McMillan LLP to discuss the evolving dynamics of the mining sector and the legal, economic, and geopolitical forces shaping its future. With a focus on Canada’s role in the global supply chain, Sasa provides valuable insights into critical minerals, investment strategies, and policy shifts impacting the industry.
The conversation covers major challenges, including Chinese export controls, US tariffs, and the broader impact of government policies in British Columbia and other Canadian regions. Sasa breaks down the growing importance of critical minerals, the pr...2025-03-2541 min
Conversations with Ben O’Hara-ByrneTrump’s 25% tariffs on Canada are coming February 1, details still vagueGuest: William Pellerin, a partner at McMillan LLP specializing in international trade, and a former trade litigator for the Government of Canada.2025-02-0111 min
The Big StoryWill the Canada Post strike ruin the holidays?Guest: Patrick Groom, labour lawyer with McMillan LLP We love feedback at The Big Story, as well as suggestions for future episodes. You can find us:Through email at hello@thebigstorypodcast.ca Or by calling 416-935-5935 and leaving us a voicemailOr @thebigstoryfpn on Twitter
We love feedback at The Big Story, as well as suggestions for future episodes. You can find us:Through email at hello@thebigstorypodcast.ca Or by calling 416-935-5935 and leaving us a voicemailO...2024-11-2013 min
Ottawa Now with Kristy CameronVKS - November 19, 2024Amanda Lang, BNN Bloomberg, Host of Taking Stock on BNN Bloomberg, CTV and the iHeart radio network joins host Vassy Kapelos to discuss how Canada's annual inflation rate accelerated more than expected to two per cent in October.
On todays show:
Listen to Vassy's full conversation with Former CIA director and retired general David Petraeus on the U.S. allowing Ukraine to use long-range missiles.
Listen to Vassy's full conversation with Journalist Masih Alinejad as she calls on the Canadian and American governments to criminalize transnational oppression.
The Daily Debrief Panel with Tim Powers, Saeed Selvam, and Mike Le Couteur.
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Lawyered98: Private Equity Law (Enda Wong) This week, we're speaking about private equity law with Enda Wong -- the Montréal Leader of McMillan LLP's Business Law Group. Topics: continuation funds; waiving shareholders' dissent rights; conflicts of interest and derivative actions. This program contains 30 minutes of substantive content for the Law Society of Ontario's CPD requirements. 🔵 What are the advantages in using continuation funds as an investment strategy? (8:33)🔵 Can corporate shareholders waive their dissent rights through contractual agreements? (17:45)🔵 How can conflicts of interest lead to derivative actions in the private equity context? (26:18)🔵 Our Ask-Me-Anything segment, featuring questions submitted by patrons of the Lawyere...2024-10-3052 min
Justice with John CarpayOpening closed minds on campusLawyer Glenn Blackett talks about cases he's working on that involve free speech on campuses across Canada. This is part of the Justice Centre's Spotlight Campaign this month. He describes the case of the University of British Columbia's Free Speech Club where the administration shut down an event in which journalist Andy Ngo was to talk about Antifa. The other big case involves Professor Frances Widdowson. She was denied the opportunity to give a speech at the University of Lethbridge about the damage that woke culture does to academic freedom. Also, Glenn describes recent changes to health and safety...2024-09-1258 min
Conversations with Ben O’Hara-Byrne80-years after the liberation of Paris, a new book tackles the realities and myths of August 1944Ottawa slaps huge tariffs on Chinese EVs, who will it help and who will it hurt? (1:54)Guest: William Pellerin, international trade lawyer, McMillan LLPLiberal cabinet ministers stand by Trudeau as Democrats show what a leadership change can bring (14:08)Guest: Wayne Easter, former Liberal MP and cabinet ministerWhy is RFK Jr. backing Donald Trump? (33:33)Guest: Greg Palast, author, Armed Madhouse and Best Democracy Money Can Buy80-years after the liberation of Paris, a new book tackles the re...2024-08-271h 47
Health Care Law Today PodcastLet’s Talk Compliance: What the July 3rd Ruling on FTC Non-Compete Ban Means for the Health Care IndustryIn this episode, Benjamin Dryden, vice chair of Foley’s Antitrust & Competition Practice Group and David McMillan, managing principal of consulting and chief financial officer at PYA, discuss the recent July 3rd ruling on the U.S. Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) Non-compete Ban and how this will affect the health care & life sciences industry.2024-07-2233 minHealth Care Law Today PodcastLet’s Talk Compliance: What the FTC’s Ban on Non-Competes Means for the Health Care IndustryIn this episode, Benjamin Dryden, vice chair of Foley’s Antitrust & Competition Practice Group and David McMillan, managing principal of consulting and chief financial officer at PYA, discuss the FTC’s most recent decision to ban non-competes and how this ban will affect the health care & life sciences industry.2024-07-0142 min
The Herle BurlyThe Chiefs: Have vs Have Not vs Have Not Heard BudgetThe Herle Burly was created by Air Quotes Media with support from our presenting sponsor TELUS, as well as CN Rail.One of my favourite things about this gig, is the panel conversations we put together here on the pod. I think they’re unique conversations, with a level of experience and depth of thinking all-too rare these days in media.This series is one of my favourites… The Chiefs are back! Making their 5th appearance here on The Herle Burly, 3 former Chiefs of Staff to some of Canada’s most accomplished heads of government.2024-04-241h 15
Queen's Faculty of Law: QLaw PodSpecial Presentation - Queen's Bench - Think like a “Bay Street Lawyer" w Michael WhitcombeListen to the new Queen’s Bench podcast “Think like a Bay Street Lawyer,” where #QueensULaw student hosts Mukhtar Hindi and Alex Beauchamp interview McMillan LLP partner Michael Whitcombe, Law’85. Mike, who is renowned for his expertise in private equity law, provides a compelling narrative of his transition from law school to the forefront of legal practice. “Join us as Mike not only shares his professional acumen but also imparts wisdom on balancing a demanding legal career with a fulfilling family life,” say Mukhtar and Alex. “Insightful, engaging, and profoundly inspiring, this episode guarantees to enthrall listeners navigating their own paths to succe2024-04-241h 54
The Mike Smyth ShowWhat now for the Land Act?What now for the Land Act? GUEST: Lawyer at McMillan LLP and an expert on Indigenous and environmental law Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-03-0509 min
On BackgroundUnleashing the Trained SealsWe go On Background with Stevie O'Brien, Counsel at McMillan LLP, Senior Advisor at McMillan Vantage, and former Chief of Staff to multiple Ministers in the Liberal government. Maintaining caucus discipline is an ongoing battle for any government or leaders’ office, and the combination of social media and the modern political climate have made it more challenging than ever before. Stevie and Fred discuss the delicate dance of caucus discipline including how the Trudeau government can keep the team together despite their recent woes, and how Poilievre's government-in-waiting can avoid any costly mistakes.2024-02-0538 minThe Herle BurlyThe Chiefs: Walking Through The ValleyThe Herle Burly was created by Air Quotes Media with support from our presenting sponsor TELUS, as well as CN Rail.Welcome back to our semi-regular feature here on The Herle Burly, called “The Chiefs”. This is edition 4 of The Chiefs, Herle Burly-ites. We debuted it back in January to discuss the issues from the unique perspective of people who think about them NOT as campaigners do … i.e. what might be ideal in a political sense … but rather, from the POV of what’s possible to deliver in a governing sense. So once again, we’re doing...2023-12-011h 31
Get in the driver's seat!Overcome growing pains to scale up! Guest: Erin CowlingGrowing pains can be a literal pain. It can be helpful to remember that they're actually a sign of success. In this episode, Erin and I talk about navigating growing pains, at different stages of a firm's life cycle. What worked, what didn't and some lessons learned along the way. Erin Cowling is a former corporate commercial litigator and now Founder & CEO of Flex Legal Network Inc. (a company that matches busy lawyers, law firms, and in-house counsel with freelance lawyers to assist with overflow legal work on a project basis). Previously, she was a l...2023-11-1539 min
McMillan PodcastsCapital Markets Podcast: How Do Securities Laws Impact Private Companies?In this podcast episode, Ouvedi Rama Naiken and Ishita Kashyap discuss how securities laws apply to private companies in Canada. Please note that the following provides only an overview and does not constitute legal advice. Listeners are cautioned against making any decisions based on this material alone. Rather, specific legal advice should be obtained.2023-10-1011 min
Irish in TorontoGemma Healy-Murphy, raising a family and becoming a lawyer in TorontoToday, I’ll be chatting with Gemma Healy-Murphy. Born and raised in Tralee, County Kerry, Gemma came to Toronto in 2011 with her then boyfriend, now husband, Barry. Gemma is a litigator at McMillan LLP. She sits on the board of I/CAN, the Irish Canadian Immigration Centre and she is a founder of the Canada Ireland Bar Association. Herself and Barry are also raising two young children here in Toronto. Clearly, she is a busy woman and someone I found very difficult to track down but was delighted that we finally did get to sit down and have a...2023-10-0555 min
McMillan PodcastsStay Ahead Podcast: Demystifying Quebec's Business LandscapeIn the latest episode of our Stay Ahead podcast series, Shari Munk-Manel, McMillan’s Montreal Office Management Partner, sits down with Partners Enda Wong - Mergers & Acquisitions, Yonatan Petel - Financial Services, and Steven Sitcoff - Tax, to discuss the Quebec market and the opportunities for business development. Quebec presents promising investment opportunities for many kinds of businesses. Nevertheless, those unfamiliar with the province are often apprehensive about navigating its distinct nature and regulatory frameworks. This episode aims to address these concerns, as McMillan’s legal lawyers/Partners from the Montréal office shine a light on Quebec...2023-08-1426 min
McMillan PodcastsStay Ahead Podcast with Merv Allen and Deland KamangaIn this episode of of Stay Ahead, Mervyn Allen, Partner at McMillan and Co-Chair of the firm's Commercial Real Estate Group, sits down with Deland Kamanga, Group Head of Wealth Management at the Bank of Montreal to discuss finance, diversity, and the future of the banking industry. The conversation delves into the importance of inclusive leadership and the positive impact that diverse teams have on complex problem-solving. Deland's insights shed light on how we can create an inclusive and equitable future for all.2023-07-2430 minThe Herle BurlyThe Chiefs: Mid-Mandate ResetsThe Herle Burly was created by Air Quotes Media with support from our presenting sponsor TELUS, as well as CN Rail. Welcome back to our semi-regular feature here on The Herle Burly, called “The Chiefs”. This is edition 3 of The Chiefs, Herle Burly-ites. We debuted it back in January to discuss the issues from the unique perspective of people who think about them NOT as campaigners do … i.e. what might be ideal in a political sense … but rather, from the POV of what’s possible to deliver in a governing sense. So once again, we’re doing...2023-06-211h 30
McMillan PodcastsCapital Markets Podcast: Everything You Need to Know About Going Private Transactions In this episode, Ouvedi Rama Naiken and Patricia Chehadé, from our Capital Markets & Securities Group, speak with capital markets and securities lawyer, Cynthia Sargeant, on the implications of going private transactions in Canada. Please note that the following provides only an overview and does not constitute legal advice. Listeners are cautioned against making any decisions based on this material alone. Rather, specific legal advice should be obtained.2023-05-3123 min
This Legal Life: Lessons Learned from a Life in LegalPart I: Insights from LMA 2023 - A Conversation on Community, Takeaways, and Career ImpactIn this special edition of This Legal Life, host Ben Chiriboga sits down with some of our favourite connects from this year's Legal Marketing Association conference. Ben is joined by:Jacob Bourne - Media Relations Manager at Haynes and Boone, LLPCaroline Hall - Marketing ManagerMarketing Manager, Allensworth | Texas Construction LawyersHans Chang - Director, Business Development at McMillan LLPTahisha Fugate - Board Member, Legal Marketing AssociationSarah Short - Business Development and Marketing Manager, McLennan Ross LLPJessica Haasgaard - Client Relations Manager, Burr & Forman LLP2023-05-1716 minThe Herle BurlyThe Chiefs: Crafting a BudgetThe Herle Burly was created by Air Quotes Media with support from our presenting sponsor TELUS, as well as CN Rail. Welcome back to our semi-regular feature here on The Herle Burly, called “The Chiefs”. The Chiefs is a panel of 3 former Chiefs of Staffs to some of Canada’s most accomplished heads of government:Ian Brodie – first Chief of Staff to Stephen Harper, and central to the founding of the CPC. Now … Professor of Political Science at the University of Calgary.Tim Murphy – former Chief of Staff to Paul Martin...2023-02-241h 26McMillan PodcastsBlack History, Black Futures with Kathy Martin and Terrie-Lynne DevonishMcMillan LLP is pleased to present our podcast series “Black History, Black Futures,” as part of our Black History Month commemoration. Each episode features an interview with a McMillan lawyer and a trailblazing Black leader in Canada’s business world. In this episode, Kathy Martin, a Partner in our Financial Services Group, speaks with Terrie-Lynne Devonish, Chief Legal Officer & Corporate Secretary at the Altus Group, about overcoming stereotypes and the power of mentors and sponsors in professional development.2023-02-2319 minMcMillan PodcastsBlack History, Black Futures with Mervyn Allen and Dennis MitchellMcMillan LLP is pleased to our podcast series “Black History, Black Futures,” as part of our Black History Month commemoration. Each episode features an interview with a McMillan lawyer and a trailblazing Black leader in Canada’s business world. In this episode, Mervyn Allen, Partner and Co-Chair of our Commercial Real Estate Group and Chair of our Commercial Leasing Group speaks Dennis Mitchell, Chief Executive Officer and Chief Investment Officer at Starlight Capital, an independent asset management subsidiary of Starlight Investments, on leadership and diversity as a results driver for businesses.2023-02-1628 minMcMillan PodcastsBlack History, Black Futures with Paul Davis and Robert DavisMcMillan LLP is pleased to present Episode 1 of our podcast series “Black History, Black Futures,” which will be released throughout February as part of our Black History Month commemoration. Each episode will feature an interview with a McMillan lawyer and a trailblazing Black leader in Canada’s business world. In this episode, Paul Davis, Partner in our Capital Markets & Securities and Mergers & Acquisitions groups and Chair of the Board of Partners, speaks with his brother Rob Davis, Chair of the Board of Directors and Tax Partner of KPMG Canada, on his career journey and the path to improv...2023-02-1014 min
Frost Brown Todd PodcastEpisode 112 - Data Privacy and CanadaCanada and the United States are each other’s major commercial partner. Many U.S. companies have Canadian customers and collect and process personal information about Canadians. They must therefore understand Canada’s and its provinces’ regulation of personal data privacy. The Canadian regulation of data privacy is very complex, with a maze of the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and provincial laws and regulations.
In this conversation with Lyndsay Wasser, a Toronto-based attorney at the Canadian law firm McMillan LLP, the Data Privacy Detective asks what cross-border businesses should know about privacy and data security in Can...2023-02-0915 min
Data Privacy DetectiveEpisode 112 - Data Privacy and CanadaCanada and the United States are each other’s major commercial partner. Many U.S. companies have Canadian customers and collect and process personal information about Canadians. They must therefore understand Canada’s and its provinces’ regulation of personal data privacy. The Canadian regulation of data privacy is very complex, with a maze of the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and provincial laws and regulations.In this conversation with Lyndsay Wasser, a Toronto-based attorney at the Canadian law firm McMillan LLP, the Data Privacy Detective asks what cross-border businesses should know a...2023-02-0915 minThe Herle BurlyThe Chiefs: Brodie, Murphy, and ToppThe Herle Burly was created by Air Quotes Media with support from our presenting sponsor TELUS, as well as CN Rail.We’re debuting what’s going to be semi-regular feature here on The Herle Burly, called “The Chiefs”. The Chiefs is a panel of 3 former Chiefs of Staffs to some of Canada’s most accomplished heads of government. And by semi regular, I mean this, whenever there are important enough issues to dive into, and maybe more to the point, whenever we can get these 3 very smart, very busy people:Ian Brodie – first Chief...2023-01-1359 min
McMillan Podcasts2e partie | Le droit à la vie privée 101 - Obligations en vertu de la nouvelle loi 25 au Québec : Créez votre registre des incidents de confidentialité et soyez prêt à les signaler en toute conformité Cette série de balados conçue pour les entreprises du secteur privé faisant affaire au Québec porte sur les exigences de la loi 25 qui entrera en vigueur le 22 septembre. Candice Hévin et Marie-Eve Jean, avocates au sein de notre groupe de la protection de la vie privée et des données, animent des discussions sur les changements au régime du secteur privé, soit les modifications à la Loi sur la protection des renseignements personnels dans le secteur privé. Dans cet épisode, découvrez pourquoi votre entreprise doit concevoir, mettre en place et tenir à jour un regist...2022-12-2007 minMcMillan PodcastsCapital Markets Podcast: Why Businesses Should Care About Greenwashing This podcast episode dives into the risks and impact of greenwashing on businesses. Ouvedi Rama Naiken and Patricia Chehadé, from our Capital Markets & Securities Group, speak with corporate commercial litigator and regulatory lawyer, Talia Gordner on the current regulatory framework of greenwashing. Please note that the following provides only an overview and doesn’t constitute legal advice. Listeners are cautioned against making any decisions based on this material alone. Rather, specific legal advice should be obtained.2022-12-2019 minMcMillan PodcastsCapital Markets Podcast: The Clash Between Securities Law and CryptoThis podcast episode dives into the future of crypto law. Ouvedi Rama Naiken and Anthony Labib, from our Capital Markets & Securities Group, speak with securities litigation partner, Adam Chisholm on the current state of crypto regulations in Canada, its gaps and the future of crypto law in Canada. Please note that the following provides only an overview and doesn’t constitute legal advice. Listeners are cautioned against making any decisions based on this material alone. Rather, specific legal advice should be obtained.2022-11-2419 min
McMillan Podcasts3e partie | Le droit à la vie privée 101 - Obligations en vertu de la nouvelle loi 25 au Québec : Préparez-vous à utiliser les données biométriques en toute conformitéCette série de balados conçue pour les entreprises du secteur privé faisant affaire au Québec porte sur les exigences de la loi 25 qui entrera en vigueur le 22 septembre. Candice Hévin et Marie-Eve Jean, avocates au sein de notre groupe de la protection de la vie privée et des données, animent des discussions sur les changements au régime du secteur privé, soit les modifications à la Loi sur la protection des renseignements personnels dans le secteur privé. Dans cet épisode, découvrez vos responsabilités en matière de données biométriques et vos ob...2022-09-1508 min
McMillan PodcastsPart 3 | Privacy 101 - Obligations Under Québec’s New Act 25: How to ensure your business’ biometric data complies with the law This podcast series, intended for private sector companies doing business in Quebec, dives into the requirements of Act 25 coming into force on September 22, 2022. Candice Hévin and Marie-Eve Jean, from our Privacy & Data Protection Group, lead the discussions on the changes to the private sector regime, namely the amendments to the Act respecting the protection of personal information. In this episode, discover your responsibilities surrounding biometric data and disclosure obligations to the Quebec privacy regulator. Please note that the following provides only an overview and doesn’t constitute legal advice. Listeners are cautioned against making any...2022-09-1507 min
McMillan PodcastsPart 2 | Privacy 101 - Obligations Under Québec’s New Act 25: Why you must now record and report privacy violations This podcast series, intended for private sector companies doing business in Quebec, dives into the requirements of Act 25 coming into force on September 22, 2022. Candice Hévin and Marie-Eve Jean, from our Privacy & Data Protection Group, lead the discussions on the changes to the private sector regime, namely the amendments to the Act respecting the protection of personal information. In this episode, discover why your business needs to develop, implement and maintain a register of confidentiality incidents and what your reporting obligations responsibilities are surrounding breach reporting. Please note that the following provides only an overview a...2022-09-1507 min
McMillan Podcasts1re partie | Le droit à la vie privée 101 - Obligations en vertu de la nouvelle loi 25 au Québec : Nommez votre responsable de la protection des renseignements personnels dès maintenant Cette série de balados conçue pour les entreprises du secteur privé faisant affaire au Québec porte sur les exigences de la loi 25 qui entrera en vigueur le 22 septembre. Candice Hévin et Marie-Eve Jean, avocates au sein de notre groupe de la protection de la vie privée et des données, animent des discussions sur les changements au régime du secteur privé, soit les modifications à la Loi sur la protection des renseignements personnels dans le secteur privé. Dans cet épisode, découvrez pourquoi votre entreprise a besoin d’un responsable de la protection des...2022-09-1507 min
McMillan PodcastsPart 1 | Privacy 101 - Obligations Under Québec’s New Act 25: Why your business needs a privacy officer now This podcast series, intended for private sector companies doing business in Quebec, dives into the requirements of Act 25 coming into force on September 22, 2022. Candice Hévin and Marie-Eve Jean, from our Privacy & Data Protection Group, lead the discussions on the changes to the private sector regime, namely the amendments to the Act respecting the protection of personal information. In this episode, learn why your business needs a privacy officer, how to properly delegate this role, and what can happen if you don’t comply. Please note that the following provides only an overview and doesn’t con...2022-09-1506 min
The BIM StudentE2210 - BIM and IPD : Everything You Need to Know about Collaborative Project Delivery (Part 2)Geza R. Banfai is a Counsel with McMillan LLP, practicing infrastructure – construction law and mediation. He is the recipient of the 2016 Award of Excellence in Construction and Infrastructure Law from the Ontario Bar Association, and was named the 2017 Toronto Construction Law Lawyer of the Year by Best Lawyers in Canada. He is a Fellow of the Canadian College of Construction Lawyers, and is listed in Chambers Global, Construction – Canada, the Leading 500 Lawyers in Canada (Lexpert/American Lawyer), Best Lawyers in Canada (Woodward/White), International Who’s Who of Professionals, Who’s Who Legal, Canada and International Who’s Who of Public...2022-06-2740 min
The BIM StudentE2209 - BIM and IPD : Everything You Need to Know about Collaborative Project Delivery (Part 1)Geza R. Banfai is a Counsel with McMillan LLP, practicing infrastructure – construction law and mediation. He is the recipient of the 2016 Award of Excellence in Construction and Infrastructure Law from the Ontario Bar Association, and was named the 2017 Toronto Construction Law Lawyer of the Year by Best Lawyers in Canada. He is a Fellow of the Canadian College of Construction Lawyers, and is listed in Chambers Global, Construction – Canada, the Leading 500 Lawyers in Canada (Lexpert/American Lawyer), Best Lawyers in Canada (Woodward/White), International Who’s Who of Professionals, Who’s Who Legal, Canada and International Who’s Who of Public...2022-06-2026 min
The BIM StudentE2208 - Legal Perspective of BIM Implementation on Construction projectsAnnik is a partner at McMillan LLP whose practice is focused on the construction, infrastructure and development industries. A practicing engineer before becoming a lawyer, Annik acts for all industry stakeholders, including general contractors, owners, architects and engineers. She is frequently sought after for her expertise in contract drafting and negotiation and regularly advises her clients on project delivery and administration, contractual allocation of risk, and claims management. Annik also supports clients in obtaining the front-end approvals and permitting necessary for development and construction projects, including official plan amendments, rezoning, severances, minor variances and building permits.2022-06-1338 min
Podcasts by BrodiesWhat do I do if... someone else has the evidence I need?In this series of podcasts by Brodies' Advocacy we look at some common – and sometimes controversial – issues that arise for clients and lawyers who are involved in disputes before the courts and tribunals and how those can be managed. In today's episode Laura McMillan and David Ford answer the question 'What do I do if…someone else has the evidence I need?' Alongside host, David Lee, they discuss how evidence is collected ahead of a trial or proof, and what happens when a lawyer is refused access to documents or materials they need for...2022-05-2927 min
Behind Greatness by Inspire North107. Jason Annibale – Partner, McMillan LLP – Making Those Around You BetterJason is a partner at McMillan LLP and joins us from his office in Toronto. He is a recognized top construction lawyer in the country – with soft hands, no less. But, that’s not where we go with this conversation. We go instead where Jason lives: in the exploration of his essence. We start with family … Modesta and Eugénio, kitchen-Portuguese, the menu-reading child within and his grandfather’s “I get it” moment. We discuss his tendency to throw himself into something fully when he’s impassioned by it, and demanding more of himself with that little bit of a chip on his shou...2022-05-1859 min
Podcasts by BrodiesThe Case Files - AXA, asbestos and administrative lawIn The Case Files we look back at notable court cases over the last 150 years - and discover how Brodies lawyers through the ages have played their part in key legal moments over that time.In each episode, we talk to Brodies' modern-day legal experts to discover how their predecessors helped shape the way the law is applied today.In this episode, host David Lee is joined by Laura McMillan and Christine O'Neill QC from Brodies Advocacy team to look at a more recent - and controversial - case from 2012 that changed the landscape on...2022-02-1029 min
The Business CasualLeila Rafi: Lessons, Stories, & Advice from a Career in Corporate LawHey Trailblazers!! In this week’s episode I am joined by leading corporate lawyer, Leila Rafi. Leila is a partner in the Capital Markets and M&A Group at McMillan LLP, practicing securities laws. She is a prolific speaker and is passionate about mentoring, networking and building a profile in Law. Leila has been awarded the Lexpert Rising Stars Award and was also identified as Best Lawyers, 2020 and 2021 and 2022. Throughout this episode, Leila talks about her journey to becoming a lawyer, the benefits of a law degree, tips for aspiring lawyers, networking mistakes, overcoming burnout, and so much more!...2022-02-0844 minThe Business CasualLeila Rafi: Lessons, Stories, & Advice from a Career in Corporate LawHey Trailblazers!! In this week’s episode I am joined by leading corporate lawyer, Leila Rafi. Leila is a partner in the Capital Markets and M&A Group at McMillan LLP, practicing securities laws. She is a prolific speaker and is passionate about mentoring, networking and building a profile in Law. Leila has been awarded the Lexpert Rising Stars Award and was also identified as Best Lawyers, 2020 and 2021 and 2022. Throughout this episode, Leila talks about her journey to becoming a lawyer, the benefits of a law degree, tips for aspiring lawyers, networking mistakes, overcoming burnout, and so much more!...2022-02-0844 min
TMA TorontoTushara Weerasooriya of McMillan LLPLinc Rogers, a partner at Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP and member of TMA Toronto's social media committee, interviews Tushara Weerasooriya, a partner and strategic planning committee chair at McMillan LLP. Linc and Tushara discuss Tushara's new leadership role at McMillan, how young restructuring practitioners can become bigger than their practice, and the importance of diversity and inclusion at law firms and the restructuring practice. 2022-01-2509 min
The WeAreSC ShowLatest Recruiting Scoop on USC Targets Domani Jackson, Cyrus Moss, Zion Branch, + MoreWeAreSC's Scott Schrader and Josh An deliver the latest recruiting news on some USC commits and targets, including Domani Jackson, Malachi Nelson, Raleek Brown, Cyrus Moss, Elias Ricks, Tetairoa McMillan, Zion Branch.
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Shift by Alberta InnovatesLaying the legal foundation when starting a businessSend us a textStarting a business can be fun and rewarding. It's also challenging and not for the faint of heart. There are many matters that need to be taken into account. And legal considerations are amongst those. As our guest on today's episode, Paul Barbeau, puts it, "startups tend to be really cost-sensitive. And they certainly don't want to retain a legal firm that's going to engage in a real legal overkill. All that said though, there are some core principles that startups should really give some time to thinking through upfront and get some...2021-06-1542 min
Five Good Ideas PodcastFive Good Ideas about workplace harassmentIn this session, originally recorded on January 26, 2021, we asked Kristen Pennington to share five good ideas about workplace harassment.
Workplace harassment complaints can cause significant organizational unrest, loss of reputation and damage to employee morale, in addition to considerable legal liability. In this session, Kristen Pennington, Partner, Employment and Privacy Law at McMillan LLP, discusses meaningful ways an organization can prevent workplace harassment to avoid such complaints, as well as minimize disruption in the event a workplace harassment complaint is received. Topics include how to develop and implement effective workplace harassment policies and procedures, and how to...2021-05-1455 minFive Good Ideas PodcastFive Good Ideas about workplace harassmentIn this session, originally recorded on January 26, 2021, we asked Kristen Pennington to share five good ideas about workplace harassment.
Workplace harassment complaints can cause significant organizational unrest, loss of reputation and damage to employee morale, in addition to considerable legal liability. In this session, Kristen Pennington, Partner, Employment and Privacy Law at McMillan LLP, discusses meaningful ways an organization can prevent workplace harassment to avoid such complaints, as well as minimize disruption in the event a workplace harassment complaint is received. Topics include how to develop and implement effective workplace harassment policies and procedures, and how to...2021-05-1455 min
My Career StoryJames McMillan (He/Him), Co-founder and CEO of Join myNexusA Chartered Accountant with a passion for SMEs. Having worked for Louis Vuitton, RSM UK LLP, and BT Group Plc, James founded Audeo Fortis to advise start and scale-ups on overcoming barriers to growth (awarded Best SME Business Advisory Firm 2019 - CV Magazine). James’s substantial skills across the breadth of business stem from a purposeful portfolio career covering roles from accounting, corporate finance, and project & programme management, to HR and business process improvement. James co-founded Join myNexus is 2019, a new digital platform created specifically to remove bias in the investment process for early stage business so th...2021-05-0343 minBehind Greatness by Inspire North25 - Mervyn Allen – Partner, Lawyer at McMillan LLP – Seeing Writing as a Way to Achieve ImmortalityAs a young boy, Merv and his siblings moved from a comfortable life in sunny, tropical Jamaica to Toronto. We learn about the strongest influences in his life: his polymath father and his fiercely dedicated mother. For them, high educational achievement for their kids was a basic expectation. But we also learn about Merv’s persistent pursuit of a career in elite track & field – and his love of languages and literature. As we peel back the “onion” that is Merv we see a man who has achieved great success in his current work on Bay St, but also a man who...2020-10-2134 min
XL LegalThe Early Years of Practice with Reuben Rothstein, Madeleine Tyber, & Harmehak Somal
In today’s episode, three lawyers who’ve chosen different career paths candidly discuss their first year or two of practice, and offer some great advice for new calls. Reuben Rothstein is an associate at McMillan LLP, Madeleine Tyber is in-house counsel for LawPro, and Harmehak Somal is an Assistant Crown Attorney.
This episode contains 40 minutes of Professionalism content.
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Justice with John CarpayEp. 25 Take Action on the LockdownsWe discuss the latest report from the Justice Centre, called "Unprecedented and Unjustified," which provides a Charter analysis of Ontario’s Response to COVID-19. John urges everyone to let their elected representatives know what they think of the lockdown measures that have caused so much harm, and demand they be lifted immediately.The Justice Centre, Published Reports, Jun 22, 2020: Unprecedented and Unjustified: A Charter Analysis of Ontario’s Response to COVID-19The Justice Centre, Published Reports, May 13, 2020: No longer demonstrably justified: An Analysis of Alberta’s COVID-19 ModellingPenn State News, Jun 22, 2020: Initial COVID-19 infect...2020-06-2559 minFive Good Ideas PodcastFive good ideas about re-opening your workplace post COVID-19In this session, originally recorded on May 26, 2020, Robyn Osgood and Dave McKechnie share their five good ideas about re-opening your workplace post COVID-19.
Robyn Osgood, Managing Director, McMillan Vantage Policy Group, and Dave McKechnie, Chair, Employment & Labour Relations, McMillan LLP, discussed their five good ideas for organizations to implement as we think about re-opening our workplaces, including re-examining how we work and implementing lessons learned over the course of the COVID-19 crisis.
Five Good Ideas
It’s chaos, be kind (learn to embrace the chaos while sweating the big stuff)
Level up: it’s (past...2020-06-1052 minFive Good Ideas PodcastFive good ideas about re-opening your workplace post COVID-19In this session, originally recorded on May 26, 2020, Robyn Osgood and Dave McKechnie share their five good ideas about re-opening your workplace post COVID-19.
Robyn Osgood, Managing Director, McMillan Vantage Policy Group, and Dave McKechnie, Chair, Employment & Labour Relations, McMillan LLP, discussed their five good ideas for organizations to implement as we think about re-opening our workplaces, including re-examining how we work and implementing lessons learned over the course of the COVID-19 crisis.
Five Good Ideas
It’s chaos, be kind (learn to embrace the chaos while sweating the big stuff)
Level up: it’s (past...2020-06-1052 min
BIV TodayCannabis edibles come to CanadaOn BIV Today... New cannabis regulations arrive this month, one year after the legalization of recreational cannabis. Four experts talk about what has worked, what hasn't, and what needs to happen in the time ahead. Peter Guo of MNP, Brandon Wright of Dynaleo, Chantel Popoff of Valens Groworks and James Munro of McMillan LLP are in conversation with BIV editor-in-chief Kirk LaPointe. This is the second part of a two-part discussion. See more at https://biv.com/.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2019-10-3019 min
BIV TodayCannabis legalization year-in-reviewOn BIV Today... A new wave of cannabis regulations arrives this month. Four experts discuss the first year of legalized recreational cannabis and what is ahead for the industry. Peter Guo of MNP, Brandon Wright of Dynaleo, Chantel Popoff of Valens Groworks and James Munro of McMillan LLP examine what has worked, what hasn't, and what might happen in the next year and more. This is part one of a two-part conversation moderated by Kirk LaPointe, BIV's editor-in-chief. See more at https://biv.com/. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2019-10-2323 min
TerraLexRecent Developments in Global TradeStay current with rapidly changing trade rules impacting how companies are doing business internationally.
Discussion will include updates on:
US customs matters
CFIUS and FIRRMA
USMCA ratification and implementation status in Canada
European sanctions and customs issues
US export controls and OFAC sanctions
Canada/US s. 232 steel and retaliatory tariffs lifted and resulting agreement
Canadian trade remedy and safeguard developments
Speakers: Alan Enslen, Baker Donelson; Doreen Edelman, Lowenstein Sandler LLP; Jonathan O'Hara, McMillan LLP; Alexandra Lopez-Casero, Nixon Peabody; Sven Pohl, SKW Schwarz Rechtsanwaelte2019-09-251h 28
Beyond the AEpisode 2 - Samson Chan (McMillan LLP; FACL BC)Anxiety is a double-edged sword. It affects one’s performance, and may even become detrimental to finding a fulfilling career in law. The lack of dialogue on the topic at a firm can further exacerbate the experience felt by each individual and ultimately lead to departure. In the uphill battle of our high performing profession, Samson Chan offers his perspective as a leader of the Asian Canadian legal community in British Columbia, and as a star associate at McMillan LLP. In a profession where stress and anxiety seem inevitable, Samson weighs in on how to manage stress and failure wh...2019-09-0822 min
BIV TodayWhy Northeastern University is eyeing Vancouver tech talentOn BIV Today... Steve Eccles (1:35), dean of Northeastern University’s new Vancouver campus, dives into how the city’s emerging tech sector makes it a ripe target for developing talent. Then, McMillan LLP associate Ravi Bains (15:08) joins the BIV Today podcast to discuss a new governance model sweeping American corporations and how it appears to be mirroring what we already have here in Canada. Tyler Orton hosts, see more at https://biv.com/.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2019-08-2927 min
The McGill Law Journal PodcastVie privée sous surveillanceHas Canada achieved the right balance between protecting the state’s national security interest and respecting the legitimate privacy expectations of Canadians? In this episode, we speak with Professor Vincent Gautrais (Université de Montréal) and Éloïse Gratton, a partner and co-Chair of the Privacy Practice Group at McMillan LLP, about state surveillance in Canada and its impact on the right to privacy.
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Atlanta Business RadioSenior Services SpecialToday we shined the light on a bunch of the leaders in Senior Services. We opened the show with Jeff Whitehouse from Homewatch CareGivers (Atlanta-East). Next Dara McMillan from My Accessable Home joined us. Then we talked with Johnna Gardner with JG Options. And we closed the show with attorney Jonathan St Clair with Collier & St Clair, LLP
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