Borden Ladner Gervais LLP (BLG)

Congratulations to UL Solutions Inc., a global leader in safety science, for their acquisition of Germany-based TesTneT Engineering GmbH, a leader in hydrogen component and system testing.   The BLG team was led by Julie Bogle and Stefan Timms, with contributions from Eliot Escalona, James Fu, Jennifer Fantini, Lisa Carlson, Robert Biggar, Avnit Dhaliwal, Justice Tuccaro, Rick Williams, Roark Lewis, Claudia Wheler and Denes Rothschild. https://lnkd.in/gWebNGGF

BLG has been recognized as a top law firm by Chambers and Partners in their High Net Worth 2024 guide, with partners Pamela Cross ICD.D, TEP, LLB, Ruth Spetz, KC, FEA, ICD.D, TEP, and Dochylo Daniel once again being named among Canada’s best private wealth lawyers.   We’re proud to deliver results for our clients, who trust us with their planning, tax advisory, charity, and specialized litigation and dispute resolution needs. https://lnkd.in/eFdRBrBe   #BLGProud #ChambersHNW #PrivateWealth

BLG’s Kate L. Agyemang, a recipient of this year’s Forty Under 40 award from the Ottawa Business Journal and the Ottawa Board of Trade, shared what she enjoys most about Ottawa’s downtown core.   “Ottawa’s ability to feel like a small-town hidden gem while being home to so many locally owned businesses providing world-class services, products and expertise,” says Kate.   Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/g9gVG_Ni

"There is a level of pride and satisfaction that comes with giving back that cannot be measured. It is funny how sometimes you think you are just helping someone else, and in the end, you are lifted as well," says BLG's Johanne S., who is one of many firm members who have taken advantage of the Community Contribution Policy that allows BLGers to take a day off from work to volunteer with a local charity or non-profit. Read more about the impact volunteering has had on firm members and organizations here: https://lnkd.in/gq2KWdpj #BLGCares

Congratulations to Patricia (Trish) Morrison, K.C., who has been appointed as the National Group Head of BLG's Commercial Litigation and Construction Group, a role that upholds the firm’s tradition of providing advice when it counts. Trish has extensive experience in mediation, arbitration, and litigation of construction disputes, sectors that are critical to Canada's economic growth. https://lnkd.in/gTYdcju6 #BLGProud #DisputesLaw 

BLG welcomes Diana Weir as Counsel in our Environmental Group in Toronto. Diana brings extensive experience in environmental law, from regulatory compliance to environmental litigation. Her practical insights will be of value to our clients across industries.  https://lnkd.in/gsB_64h2 #LegalTalent #EnvironmentalLaw

Thought Starters 2.0: a series of timely and trending business topics. From fighting forced child labour to climate change policy, use these insights to evaluate your action plan for the future. Our teams at BLG have the answers to your tough questions. Reach out if you’re looking to start the conversation. https://lnkd.in/ggSNpjCE

Katherine Dudtschak, (she / her) ICD.D, a trailblazer in inclusion and CEO of HomeEquity Bank, joined BLG's Peter Sullivan (he/him/his), chair of BLG's PRIDE Action Committee, for our national Pride webinar. Hundreds of firm members, clients, and alumni gathered to hear Katherine share her personal gender affirmation story and learned how we can support one another to foster a more inclusive society. Here are some key takeaways from this important discussion: - Showing vulnerability and revealing different sides of yourself can create an environment where others feel safe and comfortable being their true selves in your presence. - People should have the opportunity to tell their own stories in their own way. - Approaching challenges with kindness leads to more holistic, human solutions.

Celebrating our beautiful and diverse country from coast to coast! Happy Canada Day from BLG.

In honor of National Indigenous History Month in Canada, we encourage you to celebrate the cultures, languages, contributions, and heritage of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples. This June is extra special for Marcel Colomb First Nation, a remote Northern Manitoba First Nation, as it marks 25 years since being formally recognized as a distinct First Nation by the Canadian government. MCFN commemorated this milestone on June 19th with a ceremony in Black Sturgeon. Last year, Chris Roine and a BLG team had the privilege of representing MCFN in negotiating a groundbreaking revenue-sharing agreement with Alamos Gold Inc. for the proposed Lynn Lake Gold Project. The agreement and project are poised to benefit the community through commitments on jobs and training, heightened environmental protections, and revenue sharing. You can read more in the linked article. Let's continue to honor and support the rich history and promising future of Indigenous communities across Canada. https://lnkd.in/gTTKdpVP