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4 KRB Lawyers Recognized in the Lexpert Special Edition: Finance and M&A 2025

We are thrilled to share that four KRB lawyers have been recognized in the 2025 Lexpert Special Edition: Finance and M&A. This ranking highlights Canada’s most successful lawyers in the fields of Finance and M&A. Lexpert Special Editions: Finance Robert Doyle Barbara Farina Marc-Antoine Fortin (Lawyer to Watch) Lexpert Special…

Fonds de solidarité FTQ and EDC Invest in Rustica to support it’s $65-million growth plans

Rustica Foods Inc, a leading Canadian manufacturer in the agri-food sector, has secured an investment from Fonds de solidarité FTQ and Export Development Canada to support its $65 million expansion plans and automate its production capacity to accelerate its growth in Canada and the United States. KRB acted as legal…

First Quarter 2025 Review – What to Expect in M&A in Canada for 2025: Impact of New U.S. Tariffs and Economic Dynamics

Authors: Maxime Cloutier and Valerio Arcobelli The mergers and acquisitions (M&A) landscape in Canada for 2025 is undergoing significant shifts, influenced by recent U.S. trade policy changes, economic recovery efforts, and a heightened focus on sustainability. Trump’s initial 10% tariff on Canadian energy product, 25% tariff on all other Canadian…

Congratulations to Les Centres Masliah Inc.

We would like to congratulate our client Les Centres Masliah Inc. on their acquisition of a company operating in the same field, enabling it to expand its network to 20 clinics across the province of Québec. Les Centres Masliah Inc. teams’ goal is to improve the hearing quality of their…

5 KRB Lawyers Recognized in the 2025 Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory

We are pleased to share that KRB’s team is featured in the 2025 Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory across 7 practice areas, reinforcing its position as trusted business law firms in Quebec. We pride ourselves on the high calibre of services to our clients and this distinction is a testament of…

Do you know about the Tax Implications of Equipment in Commercial Real Estate?

Written by: François Duquette & Chris Karambatsos In Québec, it is not always easy to predict what will be included in the municipal tax assessment of a commercial property in order to properly budget for its tax bill. The assessment focuses on immovables, but what exactly is meant by “immovable”?…

CAPREIT completes the portfolio sale of 717 residential units to the City of Montréal

KRB is proud to have acted as CAPREIT’s trusted legal advisor in its portfolio sale of 717 residential units to the City of Montreal for $103,800,000. CAPREIT is Canada’s largest publicly traded provider of quality rental housing and owns approximately 48,700 residential apartment suites, townhomes and manufactured home community sites…

CAPREIT and Mondev Complete $183M Transaction for New-Build Apartment Properties in Montreal

KRB acted as legal advisors to both CAPREIT and the seller, Mondev, in the acquisition of three new-build apartment properties in Montreal, valued at $183 million. This transaction represents a significant addition to CAPREIT’s residential portfolio, reflecting its ongoing commitment to providing high-quality housing across Canada. The properties, located in…

KRB Featured in L’actualité’s Les leaders de la croissance 2024

We are pleased to announce that our firm has been recognized in L’actualité magazine’s Les leaders de la croissance 2024 ranking, which highlights the 50 fastest-growing companies in Quebec. This acknowledgment marks an important milestone for our firm and reinforces our position as a leader in the legal industry. Being…

Loyal Express Acquires Groupe Lamarche and Entrepôt Lanerco

Our Mergers and Acquisitions team is proud to have acted on behalf of Loyal Express in two major acquisitions: Entrepôt Lanerco Inc. and key assets of Groupe Lamarche Inc. These transactions represent a key milestone in Loyal Express’s expansion, reinforcing its leadership position in the transportation and logistics sector. Since…

Mondev and Hillpark Capital Complete Landmark $107M Apartment Sale

KRB is pleased to have acted as legal counsel for Mondev and Hillpark Capital in their recent sale of a major multi-residential property in Montreal, valued at $107 million. Our Real Estate team, including Diana Lyrintzis, Brianna Bertone, and Linda Crisafulli, provided strategic guidance throughout this transaction, which saw InterRent REIT…

KRB Recognized in the 2025 Best Law Firms Rankings

We are thrilled to share that KRB has been recognized in the 2025 edition of Best Law Firms rankings of Best Lawyers. For the past 15 years, this prestigious award has celebrated top legal talent in the U.S., and we’re proud to see this recognition now extended to exceptional Canadian…

KRB Named One of the 300 Most Important SMEs in Quebec by Les Affaires

We are thrilled to be included for the first time among Quebec’s 300 Most Important SMEs, according to Les Affaires 2024 ranking. This recognition underscores KRB’s impact within Quebec’s business community and reflects our commitment to an agile legal practice focused on our clients’ success. As a business law firm,…

KRB Partners Featured in Premières en affaires Magazine

At KRB, female leadership is more than just a value—it’s a fundamental part of our culture, reflected in the daily actions of our partners, who prioritize people in everything they do. In the special “Finances au féminin” issue of Premières en affaires magazine, four key members of our financing team—Diana Lyrintzis,…

KRB Once Again Recognized in The Globe & Mail’s List of Canada’s Top Growing Companies

We are proud to announce that KRB has been named in The Globe & Mail’s 2024 ranking of Canada’s Top Growing Companies for the fourth consecutive year. This recognition highlights KRB’s remarkable trajectory within the legal sector and further solidifies our standing as a leader in the industry. As one…

KRB Reaches New Heights in Chambers and Partners 2025

We are proud to announce that KRB has achieved significant recognition in the Chambers and Partners 2025 rankings, further solidifying our standing as a leading law firm in Québec. This year, our Real Estate department improved to Band 3 in recognition of the exceptional work and dedication demonstrated by our team.…

Ecovadis Acquires International Company Ulula

Ecovadis, a global leader in business sustainability ratings for supply chains, has successfully acquired Ulula, a Canada-based company specializing in human rights technology and analytics. Our M&A team, consisting of Claudia Leancu, Laurie Propeck, and Roy Cheung, is proud to have advised Ecovadis throughout this strategic transaction. Founded in 2015,…

15 KRB Lawyers Recognized by Best Lawyers in Canada 2025

We are pleased to announce that KRB’s team is once again featured in the Best Lawyers in Canada legal ranking. This year, 15 of our lawyers are recognized in the 2025 edition, representing an increase of more than 50% compared to last year. This distinction reflects our excellence and dedication…

AWL-ELECTRICITY INC. Secures Final Investment in Seed Financing Round

AWL-Electricity Inc. (“AWL-E”), a Montreal-based tech start-up pioneering revolutionary wireless power transmission technology, has successfully concluded its Seed financing round. Our Emerging and Growth Companies team, led by lawyers Laurie McQueen and Valerio Arcobelli, guided AWL-E through the intricate processes involved in this critical transaction. The round’s final investment of…

Polystyvert Inc. Secures $16M in Series B Funding

Polystyvert Inc., a Montreal-based company pioneering revolutionary polystyrene recycling technology, successfully embarked on its Series B financing journey. Our Emerging and Growth Companies team comprised of lawyers Laurie McQueen and Valerio Arcobelli helped in facilitating this critical phase of their growth. During this Series B round, Polystyvert Inc. has successfully…

CDS Foods Inc. Acquired by a Private Equity Firm

CDS Foods Inc. has been acquired by a prominent North American private equity firm known for its long-term investment strategies. With over 20 years of experience, CDS Foods Inc. has established a reputation as Canada’s leading food importer, offering a diverse array of products to retail chains, wholesalers, food distributors,…

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