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Overview

Navigating the complex world of government procurement and contracts requires expert advice from lawyers who understand the intricate web of regulations, policies, and treaties that influence this area of law. At Fasken, our experienced team of lawyers provides our public and private sector clients with a practical and strategic approach to their government procurement issues based on the applicable trade agreements.

Our lawyers have worked in key roles in both government and industry, giving us unique and unparalleled insight into national and international trade agreements, national security issues, and tender law. We provide guidance throughout the entire procurement process, from planning and bidding to contract negotiation and dispute resolution.

At Fasken, we recognize that public procurement and government contracts are not typical commercial transactions. They involve public expenditures that may attract political and media scrutiny. Our team takes into account the broader political, business, and media context to ensure the best outcome for our clients.

Our expertise and reputation have led us to handle some of the most complex and high-profile public procurement and government contract matters, often spanning multiple jurisdictions. Whether you are a purchaser or supplier, Fasken has the bench strength and first-hand experience to help you achieve your objectives.

Team

Primary Contacts
  • Clifford Sosnow, Partner | International Trade and Investment Law, Toronto, ON | Ottawa, ON, +1 613 696 6876, [email protected]
  • Christopher Little, Associate | International Trade and Investment Law, Ottawa, ON | Toronto, ON, +1 613 696 6928, [email protected]
Clifford Sosnow Ottawa Lawyer Clifford Sosnow Partner | International Trade and Investment Law Toronto, ON Ottawa, ON +1 613 696 6876
Christopher Little Ottawa Lawyer Christopher Little Associate | International Trade and Investment Law Ottawa, ON Toronto, ON +1 613 696 6928

Experience

  • Crown corporation crafts C$2 billion procurement documents with trade agreement expertise, [Case - Confidential Client], American food company consults on the intricacies of transferring import quota amidst the sale of its natural cheese business
  • Canadian Trade Association strategizing for member promotion in public tenders, with a focus on carbon footprint reduction and compliance with provincial government’s international trade commitments, [Case - Confidential Client], Trade Association reviews technical requirements for promoting their members' product in public tenders

Knowledge

  • New Brunswick May Enact Canada’s Most Onerous Lobbying Disclosure Law, 5/28/2026
  • New Measures to Protect Canada’s Steel and Lumber Industries: Key Takeaways for Businesses, 12/2/2025
  • Buy Local, By Law - Ontario Introduces “Buy Ontario Act”, 11/25/2025
  • FASTER, But to Where? The Defence Investment Agency’s Murky Mission, 10/9/2025
  • Changes to Canada’s Retaliatory Tariff Regime: Key Takeaways for Importers, 9/3/2025
  • More Than Meets The Eye: Recent Canadian International Trade Tribunal Procurement Inquiry Regulations Amendments Go Beyond Responding to Restrictive Trade Practices, 9/2/2025
  • US Imposes Tariffs on Copper Products: Key Takeaways, 7/31/2025
  • Update: Phase 1 Launch of the Canadian Program for Cyber Security Certification for Canadian Defence Contractors, 6/3/2025

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