Jessica Bishop and Peter Ruby co-authored the 1st edition of the International Comparative Legal Guide - Technology Sourcing 2021, Canada chapter. The Canada chapter covers common issues in technology sourcing, including issues relating to procurement processes, dispute resolution procedures, intellectual property rights, data protection and information security and employment law in 18 jurisdictions.
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Intellectual Property Litigation
Trademarks Opposition Board Moves to Digital-Only Submission of Confidential Information
As of June 1, 2026, the Trademarks Opposition Board (TMOB) requires all confidential evidence and documentation in proceedings under sections 11.13, 38, or 45 of the Trademarks Act (the “Act”) to be… -
Technology
Blast-off: The Race to IPO in the American Technology Landscape
On May 20, 2026, Space Exploration Technologies Corp. (“SpaceX”) filed an S-1 form with the United States’ Securities and Exchange Commission, indicating its intention to launch an initial public… -
Technology
Humans: 0, Robot: 1 – Sony’s Project Ace Robot Beats the Pros
Developed by Sony AI, a new robot named Ace has outperformed elite table tennis players, marking a significant milestone in AI and robotics. While AI systems have previously rivalled or surpassed… -
Technology
TikTok Cleared to Continue Canadian Operations Following National Security Review
The Government of Canada (the “Government”) has concluded its most recent national security review of TikTok, the popular short-form video platform owned by Chinese technology company ByteDance Ltd… -
Technology
Confined Space Robotics Awarded $1.5M Contract to Automate Blast and Paint at Seaspan Shipyard
Confined Space Robotics (“CSR”) has been awarded a $1.5 million contract by Seaspan Shipyards to develop and integrate abrasive blast and paint robotic systems at Seaspan’s Vancouver shipyard. Seaspan… -
Technology
OpenAI and US Department of Defense Agree to Terms for AI Deployment in Military Settings
OpenAI has announced a deal with the United States Department of Defense (the “DoD”) that will allow the United States military to deploy advanced artificial intelligence systems within classified…
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Mergers and Acquisitions
HoudiniSwap acquired by Sol Strategies for US$18 million
Goodman LLP advised HoudiniSwap LLC in connection with its acquisition by Sol Strategies for US$18 million… -
Technology
WonderFi Technologies acquired by Robinhood Markets
Goodmans LLP advised the Special Committee of independent directors of the board of directors of WonderFi Technologies Inc. in connection with WonderFi's acquisition by a wholly owned subsidiary of… -
Shareholder Activism
Shen Capital announces director nomination and strategic review of Pivotree
Goodmans LLP is acting for Shen Capital Partners Inc., one of the largest shareholders of Pivotree Inc., in connection with a proposed director nomination and a formal strategic review to be conducted… -
Mergers and Acquisitions
Quipt Home Medical taken private by Kingswood and Forager for US$173 million
Goodmans LLP represented the Board of Quipt Home Medical Corp. in connection with its take-private acquisition by Kingswood Capital Management, L.P. and Forager Capital Management, LLC for… -
Technology
Scotiabank and Desjardins lead C$402.5 million offering of subscription receipts for Kraken Robotics
Goodmans LLP acted for a syndicate of underwriters led by Scotiabank and Desjardins Capital Markets in connection with Kraken Robotics Inc.’s C$402.5 million bought deal offering of subscription… -
Private Equity
General Atlantic to sell Budge Studios to Haveli
Goodmans LLP is acting for General Atlantic LLC in connection with its definitive agreement to sell its mobile entertainment studio, Budge Studios, to Haveli Investments, L.P…
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Peter Ruby at ITechLaw’s 2026 World Technology Law Conference
Join Goodmans Partner Peter Ruby at ITechLaw’s 2026 World Technology Law Conference in Chicago on Thursday, May 14, 2026, from 9:00 – 10:15 AM CDT for the session, “1C: Safeguarding the Next… -
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Goodmans at Toronto Tech Week 2026
Goodmans and Startup Grind Toronto will be hosting a “Venture Financing & Term Sheets Masterclass” at Toronto Tech Week 2026, on Wednesday, May 27, 2026 from 8:30 – 10:30 AM EDT.This session will… -
Banking and Financial Services
The Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory 2026 Recognizes Goodmans
We are proud to announce Goodmans continues to be recognized in the 2026 edition of The Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory.Congratulations to the 90 Goodmans lawyers recognized as leaders across…