Leveraged lending is frequently used by Canadian borrowers to fund a number of activities, including acquisitions, capital expenditures, dividend recapitalisations, refinancings of existing debt and ongoing operations. As noted below, acquisition activity in Canada has been relatively steady, and leveraged loans are an important source of capital for many Canadian acquisitions. Continuing low interest rates, substantial liquidity in the North American market and the easing of credit terms have contributed to the attractiveness of leveraged loans for Canadian borrowers.
As we previously reported, amendments made earlier this year to the Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering) Terrorist Financing Act (PCMLTFA) allow reporting entities under the PCMLTFA to voluntarily…
As we previously reported, persons and entities in the mortgage sector (mortgage administrators, mortgage brokers, and mortgage lenders) became subject to the Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering) and…
As of October 1, 2025, reporting entities under the Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering) and Terrorist Financing Act (PCMLTFA) are subject to additional requirements, as amendments to the regulations…
The Government of Canada recently published its 2025 Assessment of Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Risks in Canada (the “2025 Assessment”), which builds on earlier assessments and details…
The Bank of Canada has announced that, although the transition period will end and the regulatory requirements under the Retail Payment Activities Act (RPAA) will come into full force as scheduled on…
On July 11, 2025, the Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre (“FINTRAC”) published a Special Bulletin ("Bulletin") to help reporting entities better detect and assess risks associated…
Goodmans LLP is acting for Coeur Mining, Inc. in connection with its definitive agreement to acquire New Gold Inc. for US$7 billion pursuant to a court-approved plan of arrangement…
Goodmans LLP acted for Andlauer Healthcare Group (“AHG”) in connection with its acquisition by UPS via an all-cash transaction that values AHG at an equity value of approximately C$2.2 billion…
Goodmans LLP advised RF Capital Group in connection with its acquisition by iA Financial Corporation, a Quebec City-based insurance and wealth management company, in an all-cash transaction valued at…
Goodmans LLP acted as Canadian counsel for Dragoneer Investment Group in connection with its investment in Wealthsimple’s C$750 million equity financing round. Dragoneer and Singapore sovereign wealth…
Goodmans LLP advised WestJet Airlines Ltd. and its controlling shareholder, Onex Corporation, in connection with the sale of Onex’s minority stakes in WestJet to Delta Air Lines and Korean Air…
Goodmans LLP advised SBA Communications in connection with the sale of its Canadian wireless tower business (SBA Canada) to CVC DIF, the dedicated infrastructure investment strategy of global private…
Goodmans is pleased to share we are once again featured in the Best Law Firms - Canada 2026, recognizing us as one of Canada’s most exceptional law firms across 42 industries and practices.We are also…
We are proud to announce Goodmans has once again been featured on The Globe and Mail’s Canada’s Best Law Firms list, recognizing us as one of the country’s best law firms for 2026.Goodmans was listed…
We are delighted to announce Goodmans LLP continues to receive top-tier recognition from Chambers and Partners in the Chambers Canada 2026 Guide.Recognition from Chambers and Partners is based on…
