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From Compliance to Competitiveness: Canada Reframes Carbon Markets and Capital
Last week, the Government of Canada launched two major policy initiatives that together mark a considerable shift in Ottawa's approach to climate policy. The measures reposition carbon pricing and capital mobilization away from compliance mechanisms and toward strategic tools for investment, competitiveness, and capital allocation.
Canada and Ontario Sign Co-operation Agreement for Environmental and Impact Assessments
Today, the federal government and the Government of Ontario announced a new co-operation agreement on environmental and impact assessment, marking a significant step in Ottawa’s effort to accelerate major infrastructure and resource projects amid growing global trade uncertainty.
Ford Government Prioritizes Buying Ontario First with New Legislation
This afternoon, Stephen Crawford, Minister of Public and Business Service Delivery and Procurement, introduced the Buy Ontario Act, which mandates the prioritization of Ontario goods and services first by all public sector organizations, municipalities and contractors and subcontractors working on the government’s $220 billion capital plan.
Ontario Launches Panel to Strengthen Local Electricity Distribution
Strengthening Local Electricity Distribution for a Competitive, Reliable Future. Ontario’s Minister of Energy and Mines, the Hon. Stephen Lecce, has announced the formation of the Panel for Utility Leadership and Service Excellence (PULSE), a new initiative to address the evolving challenges facing Ontario’s electricity distribution sector.
New Ontario Housing Legislation Aims to Accelerate Development
In response to a sluggish housing market and mounting pressure from builders for relief, Ontario’s Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing Rob Flack tabled today the Fighting Delays, Building Faster Act, a sweeping omnibus bill aimed at accelerating housing and infrastructure development across Ontario.
Ontario Government Introduces the Building a More Competitive Economy Act, 2025.
The Premier, Cabinet Ministers and Members of Provincial Parliament (MPPs) were back at Queen’s Park for the first day of the Ontario legislature’s fall session. The Government’s legislative agenda kicked off with the introduction of the Building a More Competitive Economy Act, 2025, which is designed to strengthen the province’s economy by reducing red tape, streamlining regulatory processes, and supporting local businesses and workers.
The Honourable Ed Fast Joins Sussex as Senior Counsel
Sussex Strategy Group is pleased to welcome The Honourable Ed Fast, PC, KC, as Senior Counsel. Based in British Columbia, Ed brings decades of experience in law, governance, and international trade to Sussex’s growing national advisory team. His appointment expands the firm’s reach in Western Canada and strengthens its ability to support clients navigating trade, investment, and economic development priorities across sectors and regions.
