CBA Competition Law Spring Conference
Presented by the CBA Competition Law and Foreign Investment Review Section
April 27, 2023

Agenda

Recordings now available

Evolution or Revolution? The Future of Canadian Competition and Foreign Investment Law in the International Context

2023 may mark the most significant year in Canadian competition and foreign investment law in decades. Decisions made by policy-makers and legislators in the coming months may have far-reaching impacts on Canadian regulatory law and policy, and potentially the economy, for years to come. This year’s Spring Conference will be a forum to discuss and debate what this future should be, including with reference to Canada’s peer jurisdictions.

The government has set the table by issuing an important consultation paper covering all aspects of the Competition Act, which may lead to far-reaching amendments. Mergers, unilateral conduct, competitor collaborations and the very role and powers of the Competition Bureau and the Competition Tribunal are all up for grabs.  The government has also introduced legislation creating a new mandatory pre-closing national security filing regime, with potentially significant implications for international M&A transactions touching Canada. These developments are taking place within an international regulatory enforcement environment that is the toughest and most active in memory. This year’s expert faculty will feature outstanding speakers discussing the potential changes in Canada, and the international state of play.

Accommodations

Cambridge Suites Toronto
15 Richmond St E.
Toronto, ON M5C 1N2
Rates starting at $197/night (plus taxes).
Book by phone Local 416-368-1990 | Toll Free 800-463-1990 (North America) or by email.
Reference: Ontario Bar Association

King Edward Hotel
37 King Street East, Toronto ON
Rates starting at $315/night (plus taxes)
Book by phone: (416) 863-9700
Reference: Ontario Bar Association

Travel

WestJet
3B1P8UC - 5% off Econo* and 10% off EconoFlex and Premium fares for travel within Canada and 2% off Econo*, 5% off EconoFlex and 10% off Premium base fares for guests travelling Trans-border. The booking is to be made to the following city: Toronto, Niagara or Ottawa. Travel period begins March 24, 2023 and ends June 9, 2023. No discount will apply to Basic or Business class bookings.

Air Canada
BGHHFB41 - Code applies 5% for North America standard fares, 10% on flex fares and higher. For International Travel, 10% on standard fares & higher. Travel period begins  Thursday, April 27, 2023 to Thursday, April 27, 2023.

Conference Rates

Group Rates For Firms / Organizations

Cancellation Policy
There will be a 20% administrative charge for any cancellation received in writing prior to March 28, 2023. No refund will be given after March 28, 2023. There will be no refunds for “no-show” registrants.