Kyle is an associate lawyer with a pragmatic approach and a focus on solutions-oriented advocacy. Kyle supports clients in navigating complex regulatory frameworks, litigation, and advancing matters that sit at the intersection of environmental and Aboriginal law.
Kyle draws from background in geography and Aboriginal law to achieve the best outcome for his clients. Kyle’s experience enables him to review and interpret environmental reports and technical assessments to advise clients and support environmental litigation, regulatory, and transactional matters. Kyle works with a variety of clients, including corporations, Indigenous communities, insurers, NGOs, real estate developers, and individuals, and has supported clients before a variety of judicial forums including in arbitration and the Ontario Superior Court.
Kyle is dedicated to staying up to date on the latest developments in environmental and Aboriginal law from coast to coast to coast, with an aim to provide his clients with informed advice that reflects the rapidly evolving legal landscape.
Education
Called to the bar of Ontario (2025)
Called to the bar of Alberta (2026)
J.D. Lakehead University (2024)
B.A. (Hons), Geography, Trent University (2020)
Organizations
Canadian Bar Association—member
Ontario Bar Association—member
Law Society of Ontario—member
Work Highlights
Environmental Litigation Migration of Contamination
Represented a property owner in defending environmental litigation involving allegations of off-site migration of historic contamination to a neighbouring commercial property, including navigating limitations issues for environmental contamination.
Regulatory Approvals for Scientific Research in Nunavut
Represented an international research organization in identifying and assessing the regulatory approvals and permitting requirements for scientific research on active sea ice in Nunavut, providing strategic advice on navigating the region’s interjurisdictional regulatory framework.
Environmental Insurance Coverage Dispute
Represented the owner of a gas station in an insurance coverage dispute arising from environmental contamination, seeking indemnification for remediation costs following the insurer’s denial of coverage.
Representation of Inuit Organization at an Impact Review Board
Assisted an Inuit Organization in successfully advocating before the Nunavut Impact Review Board for approval of a green energy project to facilitate infrastructure expansion for a gold mine.
Environmental Due Diligence to a Multi-National Steel Company
Provided advice to a multi-national steel company regarding the applicable federal and provincial regulatory obligations for various sites across Canada, which included assisting co-counsel with conducting and deciphering research to be used in a company wide due diligence tool.
Regulatory Compliance Advice to a Multinational Brand Owner
Provided advice to a multinational brand owner about the applicable extended producer responsibility obligations across several provincial and territorial jurisdictions.
Representation of First Nation in Arbitration
Assisted a First Nation in a contract dispute with a large company, which included, preparing a factum, preparing expert witnesses, and attending arbitration with co-counsel.
