Legal Views: Energy Security and Geopolitical Influences

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As geopolitical tensions and global market shifts challenge Canada’s energy landscape, legal teams face complex questions around compliance, regulatory preparedness, and business continuity.

This session explores how energy security intersects with environmental law, cross-border risk, and strategic policy development — the key considerations for legal advisors navigating today’s volatile energy environment.

This program is eligible for up to one Substantive Hour under the Law Society of Ontario’s mandatory CPD Regime and is restricted to ACC members only.

Topics include:

• Legal implications of shifting geopolitics on Canada’s carbon reduction commitments.
• Regulatory frameworks balancing national energy security and sustainability.
• The role of counsel in managing legal risks tied to global energy market disruptions.
• Aligning strategies and anticipating the legal impact of government energy policy.
• Future-proofing legal readiness through scenario planning and infrastructure law.
• Navigating contractual and supply chain issues during geopolitical uncertainty.

Moderator:

• Tiana Van Dyk, Managing Director, Canada, Epiq (moderator)

Speakers:

• Sandy Hay, Senior Counsel, Ontario Power Generation
• Bernie Roth, Partner, Dentons