The new greenwashing provisions in the Competition Act are attracting significant attention from Canadian businesses, especially for those focused on proactively discussing their efforts regarding emissions and the...more
7/26/2024
/ Advertising ,
Canada ,
Competition ,
Competition Act ,
Enforcement Priorities ,
Environmental Social & Governance (ESG) ,
Good Faith ,
Greenwashing ,
Marketing ,
Misleading Impressions ,
Sustainability
The new prohibition against greenwashing under the Competition Act took effect on June 20, 2024, while private actions for deceptive marketing practices will take effect next year. This prohibition merely codifies existing...more
7/5/2024
/ Advertising ,
Canada ,
Climate Change ,
Competition Act ,
Enforcement Priorities ,
Environmental Social & Governance (ESG) ,
Greenwashing ,
Liability ,
Marketing ,
Sustainability ,
Unfair or Deceptive Trade Practices