Energy & Natural Resources: Mining
Canada Guide 2025 : Nationwide - Canada
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From junior explorers and mid-tier developers to global giants, mining companies worldwide turn to Blakes for strategic guidance and expert counsel on mergers and acquisitions, joint venture, project finance and corporate finance transactions, as well as a wide range of operational and non-transactional matters, such as corporate governance, taxation, title matters and environmental compliance. Our dedicated mining experts have experience in specialty areas such as mining disclosure and securities law regimes, streaming transactions and mining operations matters. We have acted for clients on projects across Canada, the U.S., Europe, Africa, Australia, Asia and the Middle East on the exploration, development and operation of mining projects involving a wide array of resources and minerals.
Our mining clients rely on our reputation as one of Canada’s leading law firms and our track record as a global leader in the provision of legal services to the mining industry.
Chambers Review
Blake, Cassels & Graydon operates a prominent mining practice in Canada, primarily based out of its Vancouver office. A popular choice among junior, mid-market and major mining companies in Canada and internationally, the firm frequently advises on high-value M&A, securities and financing deals, with mining clients benefiting from the expertise of the firm's top-tier finance practice. The group demonstrates growing expertise in alternative mine financing arrangements and is noted for its additional experience concerning environmental compliance and other commercial and operational issues. The Vancouver mining practice is supported by additional expertise in Toronto and Montréal.
Work Highlights
- Blake, Cassels & Graydon acted for First Quantum Minerals on a CAD1.55 billion public offering of common shares.
Strengths
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"Blake, Cassels & Graydon is always incredibly flexible, helps with all our demands and is very sensible on all aspects."
"The lawyers go above and beyond. They come up with issues that we should consider but have not thought of, and they are also very responsive and commercial."
"Blake, Cassels & Graydon has tremendous bench strength and experience across the sector."
"The team is very commercial and very strong strategically. It can always present options for solving problems."
"The intelligence, experience and depth within the firm ensures anything can be handled."
"Blake, Cassels & Graydon is always incredibly flexible, helps with all our demands and is very sensible on all aspects."
"The lawyers go above and beyond. They come up with issues that we should consider but have not thought of, and they are also very responsive and commercial."
"Blake, Cassels & Graydon has tremendous bench strength and experience across the sector."
"The team is very commercial and very strong strategically. It can always present options for solving problems."
"The intelligence, experience and depth within the firm ensures anything can be handled."
Notable Practitioners
Bob Wooder is recognised for his skilled command of transactional mandates and is based out of the firm's Vancouver office. He frequently represents gold producers, mineral exploration companies and financial institutions in private equity financing and M&A.
"Bob Wooder is an exceptional lawyer who stands out as a leader in the sector. He possesses a keen understanding of the law, capital markets and the mining industry."
"His legal knowledge and expertise are unparalleled and, when combined with his business acumen and pragmatic approach, results in invaluable legal, business and strategic advice."
"Bob Wooder is one of the best securities M&A lawyers in Canada."
Charles Kazaz is noted for his considerable experience in relation to regulatory issues impacting the mining sector. He focuses his practice on assisting clients with mineral rights issues and environmental concerns surrounding mine reclamation and closure projects.
"He is knowledgeable across the board. If there is a question he is unsure on, he is not afraid to reach out to his large team, but he knows most things."
John Wilkin is the head of Blake, Cassels & Graydon's mining group and is noted for his expertise in relation to both domestic and cross-border acquisitions and refinancings. He has additional significant experience in royalty and streaming financing transactions.
"John is a very commercially aware and reflective lawyer who provides strong, considered advice."
"John Wilkin is an excellent lawyer who shows great commercial acumen in addition to his legal role."
Kathleen Keilty is a Vancouver-based lawyer recognised for her experience representing clients with mining M&A transactions. She is equally adept at guiding underwriters through public offerings.
"She possesses a keen understanding of both the law and the mining industry, and has developed remarkable analytical, drafting and negotiation skills."
"Kathleen Keilty is very experienced, commercial and always available. She has an incredible work ethic."
"Kathleen is one of the hardest-working and brightest lawyers in the industry. She is someone you always want to have on your side."
Trisha Robertson is a Vancouver-based lawyer with noteworthy experience assisting clients with public company M&A transactions and financings. She regularly advises on acquisitions involving companies with assets in North and South America.
"Trisha is a skilled practitioner who has great attention to detail and is very informed on public company matters."
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