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Navigating Canada’s Data Centre Boom

Thanks to rapid developments in cloud computing, artificial intelligence (AI), and other digital services, Canada’s digital economy is booming. That growth underscores the need for more data centre facilities, which provide the physical infrastructure for the digital sector.

Got Dirty Dirt? B.C. Expands Requirements for Potentially Contaminated Soils

Most of the time, property (re)development includes at least some excavation and soil removal. The vexing problem of “Dirty dirt” — soils and related materials contaminated by past activities at properties — may require extensive remediation or excavation and re-disposal before...

Supreme Court Finds Most of Impact Assessment Act Unconstitutional

On October 13, the Supreme Court of Canada ruled that most provisions of the federal Impact Assessment Act (IAA) — those addressing “Designated Projects” and not subject to direct federal involvement — are an overreach of federal authority.

ERIS Newsletter

ERIS Newsletter – Insider June 2025

In this issue: Navigating Canada's Data Centre Boom, CRE Industry performance, Excess Soil Reuse Guidance, Canadian Regulators Pause Climate Disclosure Initiatives...

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ERIS Newsletter – Insider Nov 2024

In this issue: PFAS, CRE Industry performance, CSA standards for climate resilience, OSFI climate risk disclosure requirements...

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ERIS Newsletter – Insider June 2024

ERIS Insider summarizes key news items and current trends shaping the work of environmental assessment and due diligence practitioners.

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ERIS Updates

ERIS and EDR Resolve Longstanding Lawsuit

EDR and ERIS have announced the resolution of a six -year legal dispute involving EDR’s claims of copyright infringement and ERIS’ claims of antitrust violations.

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Pricing Change for Canada – As of May 1, 2025

ERIS announces a pricing adjustment for its database report products, packages, and select historical products, effective May 1, 2025.

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2024 Year in Review

View the recap of the enhancements and innovations ERIS brought to market in 2024.

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ERIS Welcomes Melissa Tran as Regional Account Manager

In her new role as Regional Account Manager, Melissa will work directly with customers and grow ERIS’ commitment to Ontario and the eastern provinces.

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