Toronto, October 23, 2019 – McCarthy Tétrault’s third edition of Cross-Border: A Retailer’s Guide to Doing Business in Canada is a user-friendly resource that offers a comprehensive overview of the legal aspects of establishing and operating a retail business in Canada. Developed by McCarthy Tétrault’s market-leading Retail and Consumer Markets Group, the publication offers guidance drawn from the Group’s significant experience in the Consumer Products, Food, Beverage & Agribusiness, Franchise & Distribution, Hospitality, and Retail sectors.

The guide includes thoughtful analysis on each of the areas of law most likely to affect the business decisions around establishing and operating a retail business in Canada. This analysis is developed with a focus on key considerations for retailers entering the Canadian market (whether by acquisition, bricks and mortar, e-commerce, or a combination) or already doing business in Canada. It also serves as a valuable resource when examining the potential opportunities and legal challenges to overcome for companies looking to grow their business within the Canadian market.

The Retail & Consumer Markets Group partners with significant industry leaders including major global retailers, luxury brands, suppliers, craft producers, wellness brands, and local and regional players in the retail and consumer markets sector. They have top-tier experience identifying opportunities in foreign markets and the entry strategies that will bring success, while overcoming market obstacles. Leveraging the relationships and expertise the Group has cultivated, they are best placed to assist companies with their strategic and legal approach to the Canadian, and international marketplace.

Download a copy of Cross-Border: A Retailer’s Guide to Doing Business in Canada.

About McCarthy Tétrault

McCarthy Tétrault LLP provides a broad range of legal services, advising on large and complex assignments for Canadian and international interests. The firm has substantial presence in Canada’s major commercial centres as well as in New York City and London, UK.

Built on an integrated approach to the practice of law and delivery of innovative client services, the firm brings its legal talent, industry insight and practice experience to help clients achieve the results that are important to them. For further information, go to www.mccarthy.ca.

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