Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2013 
Brian Canfield is a Partner at Farris LLP in Vancouver, British Columbia. Brian's practice focuses on Corporate Law, Mergers and Acquisitions Law, and Securities Law. He advises public and private companies, entrepreneurs, investors, and Indigenous organizations on business transactions, corporate governance, financings, and commercial matters across Western Canada and beyond.
Brian works with clients to identify opportunities, address legal and business challenges, and support strategic decision-making. Drawing on his background in business, negotiations, and corporate transactions, he provides practical guidance tailored to each client’s objectives and industry.
His experience includes mergers and acquisitions, the purchase and sale of businesses, initial public offerings, public and private financings, corporate reorganizations, regulatory matters, and shareholder disputes. Brian also assists clients with the establishment of real estate investment trusts (REITs) and other complex commercial arrangements.
Brian advises clients operating in a range of industries, including infrastructure, real estate, energy, mining, manufacturing, automotive, liquor, and securities. He also works with First Nations on commercial agreements with project proponents, governance matters, and long-term business initiatives.
