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Competition in Practice
This year’s Spring Conference promises an engaging exploration of “Competition in Practice!” by bringing together a dynamic mix of practitioners, in-house counsel, enforcement officials, academics and policy advisors to discuss – and debate – critical topics in Canadian competition law. Dive into insightful panels and hear from leading experts as they focus on the practical application of the recent amendments to the Competition Act and the future of competition law and policy in Canada. Participants will leave with a deeper understanding of the new legal landscape and practical tips to advise clients effectively. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of the conversation shaping the future of competition law in Canada!
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Canadian Women in Competition Law Social with Guest Speaker Poonam Puri
Location: Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP
199 Bay Street
Suite 4000, Commerce Court West
Toronto, Ontario, M5L 1A9
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8:15 am – 8:55 am
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Registration and Breakfast
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8:55 am – 9:05 am
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Welcome and Introduction
Speakers:
Peter Flynn, Stikeman Elliott LLP (Toronto, ON)
Neil Campbell, McMillan LLP (Toronto, ON)
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9:05 am – 10:30 am
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Session 1: What Can I Say Again? Deceptive Marketing Case Studies
A walk through of various examples of potentially misleading statements, drip pricing (Cineplex decision), greenwashing (assessment of internationally recognized methodologies, including unpacking the Bureau's updated guidance materials), and urgency cues (Leon's and The Brick investigation), and "Made in Canada" and "Product of Canada" claims.
Speakers:
Kelly Harris, Harris + co. (Toronto, ON)
Denisa Mertiri, Ontario Power Generation (Toronto, ON)
Linda Visser, Siskinds LLP (London, ON)
Irma Shaboian, Stikeman Elliott LLP (Toronto, ON)
Moderator: Shelley Samel, Ad Standards (Toronto, ON)
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10:30 am – 10:50 am
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Break
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10:50 am – 12:20 pm
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Session 2: The Academy and The Arena
Three 30-minute debates focusing on the practical implications of the recent amendments and the Bureau's enforcement trends. Munk Debate-style resolutions will be voted on by the audience pre- and post-debate.
Speakers:
Vass Bednar, McMaster University (Hamilton, ON)
Grant Bishop, Foundation Economics (Calgary, AB)
Vlad Calina, Koskie Minsky LLP (Toronto, ON)
Pierre Larouche, Université de Montréal (Montréal, QC)
Danielle Royal, Stikeman Elliott LLP (Toronto, ON)
Josh Zelikovitz, Goodmans LLP (Toronto, ON)
Moderator: Joe McGrade, Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP (Toronto, ON)
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12:20 pm – 1:00 pm
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Lunch
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1:00 pm – 1:10 pm
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Bill Miller Award Presentation
Award Presenter: Markus von Wartburg, Analysis Group (Toronto, ON)
Award Recipients:
Georgia Hamilton, Siskinds LLP (Toronto, ON)
Linda Visser, Siskinds LLP (London, ON)
Charles Wright, Siskinds LLP (London, ON)
Winning Paper: The New Abuse of Dominance Regime in Canada – An Opportunity for Greater Enforcement and Access to Justice
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1:10 pm – 1:40 pm
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Keynote Address
Speaker: Justice Andrew D. Little, Chair, Competition Tribunal (Ottawa, ON)
Moderator: Peter Flynn, Stikeman Elliott LLP (Toronto, ON)
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1:40 pm – 1:50 pm
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Break
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1:50 pm – 3:10 pm
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Session 3: How much “Securing” and “Benefiting” is Too Much? A Discussion of the Canadian Government’s Evolving Approach to FDI
A deep dive unpacking the government's recent enforcement activity and the ICA amendments - covering critical minerals and mining (Teck, Zijin), resources (Cleveland-Cliffs), and broadening national security reviews (Tik Tok; C-34 draft regulations) - contrasting these actions with Canada's need to encourage foreign investment and the broader international trend regarding FDI.
Speakers:
Pierre Alvarez, Global Public Affairs (Calgary, AB)
Luci Hague, Kirkland & Ellis LLP (Washington, DC)
Simon Kennedy, former Deputy Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (Ottawa, ON)
Ian Macdonald, Gowling WLG (Canada) LLP (Toronto, ON)
Moderator: Fraser Malcolm, Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP (Toronto, ON)
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3:10 pm – 3:25 pm
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Break
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3:25 pm – 4:55 pm
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Closing Plenary: If I Were Commissioner
With shifting global priorities for antitrust enforcement and less than a year remaining in Commissioner Boswell's extended term, speakers make their pitch regarding their views on the priorities for the next Commissioner. This panel will hear three 5-6-minute pitches per topic, with audience voting at the end of each topic to determine which pitch resonated the most with the audience.
Speakers:
Deborah Salzberger, McCarthy Tétrault LLP (Toronto, ON)
Margaret Sanderson, Charles River Associates (Toronto, ON)
Sean Speer, The Hub (Toronto, ON)
John S. Tyhurst, Barrister & Solicitor; Adjunct Professor, University of Ottawa (Ottawa, ON)
Moderator: William S. Wu, McMillan LLP (Toronto, ON)
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4:55 pm – 5:00 pm
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Closing Remarks
Speakers:
Peter Flynn, Stikeman Elliott LLP (Toronto, ON)
Neil Campbell, McMillan LLP (Toronto, ON)
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5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
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Closing Reception
P.J. O'Brien Irish Pub & Restaurant
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