Ian Macdonald

Ian Macdonald

lawyer Canada

Ian Macdonald is a partner at the Toronto office of Gowling WLG, specializing in foreign investment reviews. With a deep understanding of the legal and regulatory challenges associated with cross-border investments, Macdonald has been instrumental in guiding businesses through the intricacies of the Canadian investment landscape. His recent commentary highlights the potential impact of updated national-security review guidelines, particularly in the context of U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods, indicating the heightened scrutiny foreign transactions may face as Canada seeks to protect its economic interests.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
23,803
Power
947$
Sentiment
6.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
United Kingdom 1 6.00 0.04% +0% 67,886,011 23,803 $2,700,000 947$
Totals 1 67,886,011 23,803 $2,700,000 947$
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Recent Mentions

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Ian MacDonald, a retired professor of oceanography, stated that the spills represent persistent and widespread violations. 6

The Guardian: Only 0.5% of 90,000 oil slicks reported over five-year period, analysis finds | Shipping industry

Australia Australia: Ian Macdonald is a former ministerial ally of Eddie Obeid who was convicted of misconduct in public office. 2

The Sydney Morning Herald: High Court to hear Obeid, Macdonald appeal over coal licence convictions

Australia Australia: The mining licence corruptly granted by Macdonald in 2008 was not issued to NuCoal but to Doyles Creek Mining Pty Ltd. 2

The Sydney Morning Herald: Joe Hockey goes into bat for US investors seeking compensation from Australia

Canada Canada: Ian Macdonald, a partner in the Toronto office of law firm Gowling WLG, discussed the implications of the updated national-security review guidelines. 6

The Globe and Mail: Ottawa changes foreign-investment rules to guard against ‘predatory’ acquisitions amid tariff battle