In this episode of Beyond Succession, host

Leah Tolton

is joined by Sandra Pollack, author of Don’t Leave a Mess! How to Disaster-Proof Your Family Legacy.

Together, they explore why silence is the most common—and most costly—mistake family enterprise owners make

when planning for the future. Sandra unpacks how values-based conversations, proactive planning and

collaborative advisory teams can prevent disaster and preserve both wealth and relationships across generations.

In this episode of Clean Incentives, host Brendan Sigalet speaks with Jeremy Matthies, a tax insurance specialist at CAC Specialty, about how tax insurance is becoming a critical tool for clean energy project developers and investors in Canada.

What if the best buyer for your business is already working for you? In this episode of

Beyond Succession, host

Leah Tolton

is joined by Bennett Jones partner

Wes Novotny,

one of the first lawyers in Canada to advise on the adoption of an employee ownership trust (EOT).

Together, they unpack how EOTs are changing how Canadian business owners think about succession.

What happens when the person at the center of a harassment complaint is also a family member?

In this episode of Beyond Succession, host

Leah Tolton

is joined by

Laura Inglis

and

Sabrina A. Bandali

to unpack the unique challenges family enterprises face when personal and professional boundaries blur.

The Clean Electricity Investment Tax Credit (ITC) is one of the federal government’s tools to encourage investment in clean power generation in Canada. However, for project developers and investors, accessing the credit means more than checking a few boxes—it requires navigating a complex and evolving landscape of eligibility criteria, regulatory frameworks and shifting political priorities.

In this episode of Clean Incentives, host

Brendan Sigalet

is joined by Bennett Jones partners

David Macaulay

and

Jessica Kennedy

to unpack the practical realities of the Clean Electricity ITC.

When family relationships break down, the impact can extend well beyond personal matters, putting the future of a family enterprise at risk. In this episode of

Beyond Succession, host

Leah Tolton,

is joined by Patricia Hebert, a collaborative family lawyer, mediator and child advocate, to explore how collaborative family law can protect business continuity, preserve family wealth and sustain long-term legacy during separation or divorce.

Is Canada’s Clean Technology Manufacturing Investment Tax Credit (CTM ITC) enough to accelerate clean technology manufacturing?

In this episode of Clean Incentives, host

Brendan Sigalet

is joined by

Michael Smith

and

David Wainer

to unpack this tax credit and its role in driving sustainable investment across the country.

They break down what the CTM ITC is, who stands to benefit and the key opportunities and challenges facing technology manufacturers and critical mineral miners in Canada.

In an era where digital threats are more sophisticated than ever, cybersecurity has become a pressing concern for family enterprises.

With their interconnected structures, valuable assets and sensitive information, these businesses are prime targets for cyberattacks.

But how can family enterprises protect themselves while maintaining operational efficiency?

In this episode of Beyond Succession, host

Leah Tolton

is joined by Bennett Jones associate

Suzie Suliman

as they dive into the cybersecurity challenges unique to family businesses and how to mitigate risk.

They discuss why family enterprises are particularly vulnerable to cyber threats, balancing cybersecurity with seamless business operations,

and practical steps to fortify your defenses like vendor management and incident response planning.

How do United States (US) tariffs and Canadian countermeasures affect Canadian businesses, and what can family enterprises do to prepare? In this timely episode of Beyond Succession, host Leah Tolton sits down with leading international trade lawyer Jessica Horwitz to explore strategies for navigating an uncertain trade environment.

The discussion delves into the latest US tariff policies, unpacking their economic and legal implications for family enterprises in Canada. From supply chain disruptions to workforce impacts and recessionary concerns, the episode highlights practical steps to mitigate these challenges. Topics include adapting contracts, market diversification, and capitalizing on free trade agreements outside the US.

Explore Canada’s evolving clean energy tax credits and the political dynamics shaping their future in this episode of Clean Incentives. Host Brendan Sigalet is joined by Serge Dupont, a seasoned public policy advisor and head of Bennett Jones’ Public Policy group, and Hon. Jason Kenney, former Premier of Alberta and Senior Advisor at Bennett Jones, for an engaging conversation on the intersection of policy and clean energy investment.