Brian Sweigman authored the Canada Chapter of Lexology's Panoramic: Pensions & Retirement Plans 2025. This guide offers a side-by-side comparison of local insights, including into the statutory and regulatory framework; state pension provision; occupational pension schemes; compliance and enforcement; plan changes and termination; fiduciary responsibilities; legal challenges; future prospects; and current hot topics.
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Employment, Pensions and Executive Compensation
Panoramic: Pensions & Retirement Plans 2025 – Canada Chapter
Brian Sweigman authored the Canada Chapter of Lexology's Panoramic: Pensions & Retirement Plans 2025. This guide offers a side-by-side comparison of local insights, including into the statutory… -
Employment, Pensions and Executive Compensation
Ontario's Working for Workers Five Act; It May be Time to Review Your Employment Policies
Make it a Priority to Review and Update Your Employment Agreements, Policies and HandbooksEmployment law has been evolving rapidly over the past few years making it critical for employers to review… -
Employment, Pensions and Executive Compensation
Key Court Rulings Shaping the Enforceability of Employment Agreements
Employment law has been evolving rapidly over the past few years making it critical for employers to keep up to date with new case law. We suggest that employers make it a priority to review and… -
Employment, Pensions and Executive Compensation
Consideration of Government of Canada’s proposal to remove 30% rule for pension funds, Lexpert
In a recent article for Lexpert.ca, author Brian Sweigman explores how the context has changed both for Canadian pension funds, as global investment leaders seeking to maximize returns for… -
Employment, Pensions and Executive Compensation
Understanding Cyber Risks for Pension Plan Administrators, ACPM
Brian Sweigman published an article in The Observer, ACPM. Excerpt from "Understanding Cyber Risks for Pension Plan Administrators": As pension plans are increasingly relying on technology… -
Employment, Pensions and Executive Compensation
Pensions & Retirement Plans 2023 - Canada Chapter
Brian Sweigman authored the Canada Chapter of Lexology's Pensions & Retirement Plans 2023 Guide. The Pensions & Retirement Plans Guide offers a side-by-side comparison of local insights…
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Mining
Coeur Mining, Inc. acquires SilverCrest Metals Inc. at an implied equity value of approximately US$1.7 billion
Goodmans LLP acted as Canadian counsel to Coeur Mining, Inc. in connection with its acquisition of SilverCrest Metals Inc., whereby pursuant to a plan of arrangement Coeur acquired all of the issued… -
Mergers and Acquisitions
Apotex acquires CanPrev
Goodmans LLP acted for Apotex Inc. in connection with its acquisition of CanPrev, a leading Canadian provider of vitamins, supplements, and other natural health products… -
Mining
Newmont Corporation sells its Éléonore operation to Dhilmar Ltd for $795 million
Goodmans LLP advised Newmont Corporation in the sale of its Éléonore operation to Dhilmar Ltd for $795 million in cash consideration… -
Mining
Newmont Corporation sells Musselwhite Gold Mine to Orla Mining for $850 million
Goodmans LLP advised Newmont Corporation in the sale of the Musselwhite Gold Mine to Orla Mining for $850 million… -
Mergers and Acquisitions
Apotex acquires Searchlight Pharma Inc.
Goodmans LLP advised Apotex Inc. in connection with its acquisition of Searchlight Pharma Inc… -
Mergers and Acquisitions
Chord Energy and Enerplus combine in $11 billion transaction
Goodmans LLP acted as Canadian counsel for Chord Energy Corporation in connection with its acquisition of Enerplus Corporation for US$3.7 billion in stock and cash, creating a leading producer in the…
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Aging and Health Care
The Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory 2025 Once Again Recognizes Goodmans
We are proud to announce Goodmans LLP continues to be recognized in the 2025 edition of The Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory.Congratulations to the 96 Goodmans lawyers recognized as leaders across… -
Employment, Pensions and Executive Compensation
Brian Sweigman at the IFEBP's Certified Employee Benefit Specialist Program
On December 16th, Goodmans partner Brian Sweigman lead the session "Complying with Legislative and Best Practices in Pension Plan Asset Investment" as part of the Certified Employee Benefit Specialist… -
Banking and Financial Services
Goodmans Recognized in the Inaugural Edition of Best Law Firms - Canada 2025
Goodmans is delighted to share we are featured in the inaugural edition of Best Law Firms - Canada 2025, recognizing us as one of the country’s exceptional law firms across 40 industries and practices…