Governance · Conflicts of Interest

Canadian coverage, focused on conflicts of interest, with verified short holdings, original analysis and links to the underlying sources. A publication date isn't the same as a decision date. The dates below identify which is shown.

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Decision 2004-10-29 · Open coverage

Peoples Department Stores Inc. (Trustee of) v. Wise, 2004 SCC 68

The Supreme Court dismissed the trustee's appeal. Directors owe their statutory fiduciary duty to the corporation rather than directly to its creditors, although creditors' interests may be considered. The Wise directors did not breach the applicable duty of care on the facts.

Published 2026-10-21 · Open coverage

A Strata Council Isn't Just a Neighbourhood Committee

British Columbia's strata council guidance makes good faith, prudent decisions and managing conflicts central responsibilities. Familiarity among neighbours doesn't displace those duties.

Published 2026-10-21 · Open coverage

A Director's Conflict Belongs in the Minutes Before the Vote

Federal corporate law makes disclosure of certain material interests an actual board obligation. Directors need a process that separates personal relationships, decision-making and the record of what occurred.

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