MERGERS AND ACQUISITIONS

M&A lawyers on how regulatory changes driven by geopolitical instability are affecting deals
Deal-making is being impacted by Canada's policy shifts to fortify its economy and security
As Indigenous equity in resource projects grows, a new norm is emerging: majority ownership
The 51 percent deal is eclipsing benefits agreements for resource project proponents
Canadian M&A finds its footing for 2026
Despite tariff turbulence and market volatility, there’s growing confidence in dealmaking

BIG DEALS

Cassels and Fasken among advisors on the deal

2026 LEADING LAWYERS IN MERGERS AND ACQUISITIONS

William J. Braithwaite
Year called to bar: 1980
Toronto, Ontario
Chrysten E. Perry
Year called to bar: 1987
Calgary, Alberta
Vanessa Coiteux
Year called to bar: 2006
Montréal, Québec
Christopher W. Nixon
Year called to bar: 1980
Calgary, Alberta
Michael Decicco
Year called to bar: 2013
Toronto, Ontario
Nav Dhaliwal
Year called to bar: 2010
Calgary, Alberta