John Zed

Joe stands at the forefront of corporate finance and mergers and acquisitions, skillfully navigating complex transactions across borders. His expertise shines brightly in guiding both public and private enterprises through intricate financial landscapes, always with an eye towards innovative and strategic growth. Joe has carved a niche in crafting robust corporate governance frameworks and ensuring seamless securities law compliance for a diverse clientele.

Notably, Joe played a pivotal role in facilitating Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp.'s ambitious C$6-billion securities endeavors, spanning hybrid notes to private placements. His acumen was equally evident in the C$650-million securities offerings for Sagen MI Canada Inc., encompassing a broad spectrum of financial instruments. Joe's involvement in Medexus Pharmaceuticals Inc.'s C$40-million fundraising efforts further underscores his capability to drive significant capital market transactions.

His strategic influence extended to Primaris Real Estate Investment Trust, where he was instrumental in their debut and subsequent C$600-million debenture placements. Joe also navigated B.E.S.T. Venture Opportunities Fund and TAAL Distributed Information Technologies Inc. through critical public offerings, showcasing his versatility in handling diverse capital market demands.

On the mergers and acquisitions front, Joe's guidance in Sagen MI Canada Inc.'s seamless acquisition by Brookfield Business Partners L.P. and CI Financial Corp.'s strategic acquisitions reflects his adeptness at steering high-stakes negotiations to successful conclusions. His work with Torstar Corporation and Primaris Real Estate Investment Trust further exemplifies his prowess in facilitating transformative deals that reshape industries.

Joe's commitment to excellence hasn't gone unnoticed, earning him a spot in the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Canada 2023 for Mergers and Acquisitions Law, alongside a Rising Star recognition in The Legal 500 Canada 2021 for Capital Markets. His educational background, with a JD from Dalhousie University and a BA with Great Distinction from McGill University, lays the foundation for his impressive legal journey.

With a practice that spans the breadth of corporate and commercial law, Joe has become a trusted advisor and a formidable advocate for his clients, consistently delivering solutions that not only meet but exceed their strategic objectives.