Corporate Governance for Municipally-Owned Local Electricity Distribution Utilities
Local distribution electricity utilities (“LDCs”) have been a source of stable and predictable income for their municipal owners. That is in large measure a result of the fact that LDCs are providing a monopoly service overseen by a regulator charged with the obligation, among other things, to ensure the stability of the LDCs.
Regulatory Developments and the Impact on Consumers, Business and the Environment
The policies of the OEB, and in particular its approach to the setting of rates for the transmission and distribution of electricity and natural gas, have had an impact on […]
Not at Fault? You May Still Pay
The recent decision of the Divisional Court in the case of The Corporation of the City of Kawartha Lakes v Director, Ministry of the Environment (the Kawartha Lakes Decision), is […]
The Integrated Planning Approach: An Approach to Planning Excellence?
The Ontario Municipal Board made a precedent-setting decision by approving applications for development using the integrated Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) and Planning Act processes. Commonly referred to as […]
Doing Business in Ontario: An Overview of Environmental Protection Law – 2011
This guide provides a brief overview of the main elements of environmental protection law in Ontario. Its main objective is to identify the principal structural elements of the law and […]
Case Law Update: Smith v Inco Limited
Environmental Contamination Nuisance Strict Liability Application of Limitation Period in Class Actions
Proposed Mandatory Energy Conservation Planning for Public Agencies
A proposed regulation under Ontario’s Green Energy Act, 2009 would require public agencies to report their annual energy consumption and greenhouse gas emission.
Case Law Update: Hanna v Ontario (Attorney General)
Judicial Review Regulations Renewable Energy
Approval Queue Eases: Ontario Overrides Municipal Planning Controls for Green Energy
Recent reforms could make it easier for building owners and managers to incorporate green energy technology into building retrofits.
Thinking About “Going Green”? Proceed with Caution
“Going Green” is the latest trend in consumer marketing the corporate advertiser’s must-have accessory for the 21st century.
Doing Business in Ontario: An Overview of Environmental Protection Law
This guide provides a brief overview of the main elements of environmental protection law in Ontario.
Renewable Energy Projects: Planning Powers Reduced
The Government of Ontario introduced and gave first reading to the Green Energy Act, 2009 on February 23.
Proposed Green Energy Act Places Limits on Municipal Land Use Planning Powers
On February 23, 2009, the Government of Ontario introduced and gave first reading to the Green Energy Act, 2009 (the “Act”).
Environmental Law Quiz
How much do you know about environmental law?
Directors BEWARE – Potential Environmental Liability
When it comes to industrial clean-ups, the Ministry of the Environment is looking for help and personal liability can lurk in the murky ponds and work sites of the companies you serve.