Jan 27, 2026
In this episode of CL Talk, Canadian Lawyer managing editor Tim Wilbur sits down with McCarthy Tétrault partner Pavan Jawanda to unpack a seismic shift in British Columbia’s gaming sector: First Nations moving from revenue-sharing arrangements to equity ownership and operational control of major casino assets. Jawanda, who has advised on the first seven First Nations casino M&A deals in BC, discusses how these transactions differ from conventional deals, why they require building timelines backwards from regulatory approvals, and how a generational investment horizon changes governance, risk, and community consultation. He also outlines how this Indigenous ownership model in gaming could influence deals in other regulated industries across Canada, including infrastructure and energy, as well as real estate.
May 05, 2026
A coach, speaker and former Bay Street lawyer on why it is not just about knowing the law
May 04, 2026
Hear how a leading Canadian deal lawyer is using AI to sharpen strategy, not replace it.
Apr 22, 2026
CIB’s chief legal and information officer talks housing, Indigenous equity, trade and AI
Apr 07, 2026
The Stewart McKelvey strategy chief joins CL Talk to unpack AI, mentorship, and the new skill set juniors need
Mar 17, 2026
The legal academic speaks about a tool she is developing to flag suspect audio, video and documents
