The economic challenges related to the post-COVID-19 period have already led to an uptick in restructurings and distressed M&A in Canada and internationally. Many market analysts expect this trend to accelerate as 2023 advances.

In this context, please join us for a panel discussion on the latest distressed M&A trends and structures in Canada. Please note that this discussion will take place in French only.

Topics:

• Types of insolvency proceedings – Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act and Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act
• Court-supervised sale process – sale and investment solicitation process, stalking horse bidders, auctions and credit bids
• Employment issues – transfer of employees and liabilities under benefit plans
• Deal terms and dynamics – speed of process, risks related to limited vendor due diligence representations and indemnities, closing conditions and the possibility of “synthetic” representation and warranty insurance
• Court approval – reverse vesting orders and assignment orders