Projects: PPP & Infrastructure
Canada Guide 2025 : Nationwide - Canada
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No matter the asset class, region, size, complexity or stage in the project life cycle, Torys’ multidisciplinary team provides 360-degree insight into our clients’ projects.
Torys acts on some of the most significant, first-of-kind projects in the market. Our multidisciplinary projects team is made of leading practitioners in the space, known for their capabilities in helping public- and private-sector clients in the projects ecosystem to plan, procure, build, and finance major capital projects across North America.
Our diverse practice strengths and combined experience give clients nuanced and informed advice for every dimension of project development—from strategic planning, permitting, procurement and financing advice, to M&A, regulatory, environmental, real estate and Indigenous matters.
From offices in Toronto, Calgary and New York, we offer unique cross-regional advice. We work with both Canadian and U.S.-based clients on their Canadian and U.S. projects.
Chambers Review
Torys offers significant experience of municipal and provincial project development, advising on major mandates from coast to coast, as well as in the USA. From its base in Toronto and with the support of specialised partners based in New York, the team has been involved in a significant number of major projects in Western and Northern Canada. The firm's recent deal sheet includes a number of notable engagements on behalf of public authorities; it is also noted for its representation oflenders and sponsors, with broad industry expertise encompassing water and waste water, fibre optics, transit and renewable energy, among other areas.
Work Highlights
- Torys lawyers assisted Ontario Power Generationwith the development of the Darlington small modular reactor project.
Strengths
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"Torys' team is consistent and has the strong ability to handle complex and sophisticated matters. The team has an appropriate depth and effective resourcing capabilities."
"Torys know the infrastructure market very well, and are able to speak to market comparators and to what is happening in our industry."
"The Torys team is very responsive. They are always available when we reach out."
"Torys' team is consistent and has the strong ability to handle complex and sophisticated matters. The team has an appropriate depth and effective resourcing capabilities."
"Torys know the infrastructure market very well, and are able to speak to market comparators and to what is happening in our industry."
"The Torys team is very responsive. They are always available when we reach out."
Notable Practitioners
Based in Toronto, Mark Bain has a wealth of experience in the representation of public authority interests, and is frequently sought after for assistance in the development of power, road, rail and social infrastructure projects.
Scott Kraag acts predominantly across the energy, PPP, social infrastructure and mining spaces in the provision of project finance counsel out of the firm's Toronto office.
"Scott Kraag is very good - very knowledgeable and very commercial. He bridges gaps between opposing sides, evaluates important issues and is able to handle large projects involving lots of parties."
Josh Van Deurzen is often instructed by project proponents, lenders and public authorities engaged in PPP transactions, further assisting with mandates across the wider infrastructure space out of the firm's Toronto office.
"Josh Van Deurzen is an effective service provider with a view to practical solutions and clear and actionable advice."
"Josh has built relationships with lenders, lenders' counsel and associated parties that allow him to resolve complex issues and create innovative solutions on each project."
"Josh is good - very intelligent and a hard worker."
Toronto-based Milosz Zemanek focuses on project financing in energy and infrastructure. He serves as the head of Torys' energy storage practice.
"Milosz Zemanek is very good - very smart, very careful and thorough. He is good at deal managing."
Tara Mackay is noted for her expertise in sophisticated infrastructure projects, including public-private partnerships. She splits her time between the firm's New York and Toronto offices.
"Tara Mackay is very intelligent, very calm and collected, and solutions-driven."
"Across all engagements, Tara demonstrates a level of knowledge, experience and calmness that builds trust with clients, and her approach delivers exceptional results for us."
"Tara is an exceptional lawyer who is capable across a wide variety of structures and jurisdictions, and who regularly delivers timely insights to support our pursuits."
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