Overview

Under the agreement of this take-private transaction worth C$9 billion, Boralex will continue to operate as an independent private company following closing.

Our Outlook Series 2026 provides forward‑looking analysis of the most important legal, regulatory, and market developments affecting Canadian organizations.

Experience and a highly creative approach give Sean a leading edge to provide effective solutions to contentious litigation and arbitration matters.

Sean Smyth, K.C. is a partner in our Calgary Litigation Group. Known for his pragmatism and keen eye for detail, Sean’s practice focuses primarily on domestic and international arbitration, corporate commercial litigation, securities litigation, class actions involving securities and product liability, construction litigation including claims against suppliers to major projects, and claims involving contract, tort and statutory interpretation.

Sean works with a broad range of clients across industry groups including financial services, oil and natural gas, construction, pharmaceuticals, agro-sciences, telecommunications, manufacturing, and real estate. Recognized for being the first point of contact in contentious matters, clients value his ability to handle adversarial situations by swiftly and effectively getting to the root of the issue to achieve winning resolutions.

Practice Areas

• Bankruptcy & Insolvency
• Corporate Law
• Civil Litigation
• Employment Law
• Commercial Law

Bar Information

Called to the bar: 1994 (AB); 1997 (ENG/WALES); 2016 (AB)