Topic: Environment

Parties to M&A must be diligent about climate change

By nrfdigitalteam on November 22, 2019 Posted in Energy, Environment, M&A

Climate change has become a high profile issue that is expected to have significant implications for M&A transactions going forward. As public awareness and scientific understanding of climate change continues to evolve, we are more informed about the climate change-related risks that businesses must grapple with and get ahead of. As a result, businesses need … Continue reading

There’s snow business like snow business: considerations for your off-season acquisition

By Troy Ungerman (Toronto) on April 25, 2019 Posted in Environment, M&A

Eastern Canada’s ski season has officially come to a close. However, there is more reason than ever to keep an eye on the moguls. While activities on the slopes may have ceased, market activity is often at its peak during the off-season (pun intended). For example, in April 2017, Aspen Skiing Co purchased Intrawest – the company … Continue reading

A pragmatic approach to climate risk

By Troy Ungerman (Toronto) on March 19, 2019 Posted in Environment, Governance and directors' liability

Climate change is a reality we cannot ignore. Media report season after season record-breaking heat, drought, bushfires, etc. The impact on businesses is real, and investors are increasingly pushing for more detailed disclosure on climate change-related issues. According to the Wall Street Journal, companies are expected to face 75 climate-related shareholder proposals this AGM season. … Continue reading

Climate change risk is serious business – are you doing your due diligence?

By Carole Gilbert (Montreal) on August 16, 2018 Posted in Environment, M&A

It’s been a hot summer. Cities around the world have experienced record-breaking temperatures and heat waves are now being recorded all over the world. In Eastern Canada alone, there have been nearly 100 heat warnings. In Oman, the town of Quriyat registered the highest minimum temperature in the world in June this year: 42.6 degrees … Continue reading

Promising trends for Canada’s forestry industry

By Kassy Corothers (Calgary) on October 21, 2014 Posted in Corporate finance, Environment

Mining and energy aren’t the only Canadian sectors showing promising signs in M&A activity of late. A recent Financial Post article reports that Canada’s forestry industry is also seeing a rise in sales and deal activity. The Post’s article highlights the U.S. housing market rebound and a shift towards Asian markets as key contributors to the … Continue reading