published 08/07/2025
Thompson Dorfman Sweatman LLP (TDS) congratulates John D. Stefaniuk, K.C., on being named to the Lexpert Special Edition: Energy 2025, which highlights leading Canadian lawyers serving the energy sector.
This recognition reflects John’s extensive experience advising clients in environmental & sustainable development, environmental, social and governance (ESG), natural resources & energy, and property development. His practice spans a wide range of areas critical to the energy industry, including environmental licensing, Indigenous consultation, real estate development, and regulatory compliance.
A partner at TDS, John works closely with clients across the mining, energy, wind power, and property development sectors. He regularly represents clients before the Manitoba Clean Environment Commission, the Municipal Board, and provincial and federal courts, providing strategic advice on environmental approvals, contaminated sites, and natural resource projects.
John has been repeatedly recognized in The Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory, Who’s Who Legal, and The Best Lawyers in Canada for his leadership in environmental law and property development. He is also a roster member of the Canadian Centre for Environmental Arbitration and Mediation.
The Lexpert Special Edition: Energy 2025, available at Lexpert.ca, features leading practitioners and in-depth commentary on current energy industry trends, including oil & gas M&A, regulatory changes, ESG, and Indigenous consultation.
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