Legal framework and interventions
In Quebec, the legal and regulatory framework for environmental issues is overseen by three levels of government: federal, provincial and municipal.
It covers various aspects, including air quality control, land contamination, biodiversity (compensation for loss of wetlands during industrial or real estate development projects), waste and hazardous materials management, drinking water and wastewater management, pollution incidents, the process of obtaining various environmental authorizations from different levels of government, corporate and director liability, and extended producer responsibility (EPR). Our professionals will guide you through this legal framework and help you make sure you are compliant.
Our team of environmental lawyers helps organizations navigate this complex legal framework.
If the situation calls for it, they can act as representatives before judicial and administrative courts, and even provide assistance with the inspection and/or investigation process. When applying for certificates of authorization or permits, our team assists and advises organizations with environmental impact assessments and reviews, as well as social acceptability assessments.
Services we offer
- Overview of authorizations needed for industrial projects;
- Applications for certificates of authorization or permits: assistance in obtaining the certificates and permits required, and legal advice regarding the application of laws and regulations associated with these applications;
- Legislative and regulatory compliance: advice on environmental requirements;
- Appeals of government decisions: contesting administrative decisions impacting companies, civil lawsuits, disguised expropriations, neighbourhood disturbances and civil and criminal liability in environmental matters;
- Agreements to compensate for/mitigate anticipated negative impacts on the environment, environmental easements, environmental trusts;
- Eco-taxation;
- Negotiation of agreements for utilities (drinking water, wastewater, energy, etc.).
" Environmental law is rich, diverse and constantly evolving. Our legal professionals are well informed about the challenges posed by climate change and demonstrate a culture of innovation, which is a major asset when supporting and advising their clients on the political and administrative issues facing their decision makers and managers, whether it be in the context of project development and planning, or simply the carrying out of their regular business activities. "
Legal
specialties
6
Contaminated Sites
Agricultural Land Protection
Circular Economy
Conservation of Important Natural Habitats
Environmental Compliance
Social Acceptability
Professionals practising in this
field
10
Firm
Cain Lamarre comes up with tailor-made legal solutions, combining innovation and efficiency. Whether you're an institution, a company or an individual, our team of experts adapts to your reality to ensure your success.
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We are deeply rooted in Quebec. Our offices, strategically located in the vast majority of regions, enable us to offer the benefits of local service combined with global expertise. Whether you’re in Montreal, Quebec City, Rimouski, Chicoutimi or elsewhere, our teams are ready to support you with the dedication and expertise which have become our halmarks.
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At Cain Lamarre, our strength lies in the diversity and breadth of our legal expertise. Our professionals excel in 18 areas of practice. We are constantly striving to expand our knowledge and stay at the forefront of legal developments. This quest for excellence enables us to offer sound advice and innovative solutions that we tailor to the challenges each client faces.
