Product Law Updates in Canada: Québec's Leadership and Emerging Common Law Trends.

  • Published In: Products Liability Litigation, 2026, v. 37, n. 1. P. 11 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Brault, Josiane 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses the significant changes in product regulation and litigation in Canada, particularly focusing on recent reforms in Québec and Ontario, as well as federal initiatives. Québec has enacted Bill 29, which targets planned obsolescence and mandates new duties for product durability and repairability, marking a notable shift in consumer protection laws. Ontario is modernizing its consumer protection framework with a new Consumer Protection Act that enhances consumer rights and enforcement mechanisms. Additionally, the federal Competition Bureau is intensifying scrutiny of misleading environmental claims, known as greenwashing, following amendments to the Competition Act. These developments highlight the evolving landscape of product liability and consumer protection in Canada, emphasizing the need for compliance strategies among businesses operating in the region. [Extracted from the article]

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  • Source:Products Liability Litigation. 2026/01, Vol. 37, Issue 1, p11
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Science
  • Publication Date:2026
  • Accession Number:191155587
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