June Timely Topics: AI hallucinations, Quebec’s massive solar procurement, and more

Timely Topics with McCarthy Tétrault curates our latest insights to help you stay informed of developments that can affect your business. Please contact us if you have any questions on the topics below.

Here are this month’s trending topics:

Energy Transition

Hydro-Québec to procure massive 3,000 MW of solar power

Hydro-Québec’s proposal will significantly increase the province’s solar generation over the next 10 years. Developers have until July 21, 2025 to register their interest. Our article covers the proposal’s details and important upcoming deadlines.

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To capitalize on this opportunity and be part of Quebec’s energy transition, speak to one of the article’s authors or visit our Energy Transition page to learn more about our work in this dynamic space.

Labour and Employment

The end of doctor’s notes in British Columbia?

Proposed amendments to BC’s Employment Standards Act may eliminate employer rights to request doctor’s notes from employees. Our analysis will help you understand how your business may have to amend its policies.

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You should also read our article on Quebec’s similar initiative, which continues to be one of our most read articles.

The BC government expects the legislation to pass in fall 2025. Speak to the article’s author, Erin Jackes, about how you can proactively prepare your policies and procedures.

Environment

Ontario proposes major changes to project approvals

The Protect Ontario by Unleashing Our Economy Act is the province’s latest proposal to reduce regulatory barriers to project and infrastructure development. It includes several major initiatives affecting the environment, mining, and energy, as well as a plan to create “special economic zones”.

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The impact of these proposed changes will become clearer with the passage of further legislation. Speak to one of the authors, Alex Steele or Gwenyth Wren, to find out how you can prepare.

AI

Deterring AI hallucinations in court

A cautionary tale in using AI to draft court submissions has culminated in an Ontario lawyer appearing for a show cause hearing. The decision from Justice Myers helps illustrate what’s at stake as AI enters courtrooms. Our coverage details what steps the lawyer took to show contrition and avoid further sanction.

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AI is increasingly prevalent in legal practice. Find out how MT>3, a division of McCarthy Tétrault, is safely and effectively using the technology.

Podcast

When can dishonesty breach a contract?

In this episode of Appealing Briefs, our litigation partners Adam Goldenberg and Brandon Kain discuss whether dishonesty during contractual negotiations or after termination can constitute breach of contract.

This episode qualifies for CPD credits in British Columbia and Ontario.

Listen to the episode

Litigation partner Adam Goldenberg brings his impeccable interview style to this series, with analysis from some of Canada’s brightest legal minds on the country’s most important appeal decisions.

This newsletter provides general information only. It does not provide legal advice. Please seek legal counsel if you need help addressing any issue covered in this newsletter.

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