Nicholas M. Cann, KC

Nicholas is a member of McKercher’s Health Law Practice Group and Insurance Defence Practice Group. His practice concentrates on professional liability defence, construction claims, aviation claims, product liability claims, and professional discipline. He has represented numerous professionals in legal actions and regulatory matters, including physicians, lawyers, engineers, financial advisors, accountants, realtors, insurance agents, physiotherapists, psychologists, psychiatrists, and educators. Nicholas also assists clients with privacy law, particularly in relation to personal health information.

He has appeared at all levels of Court in Saskatchewan and before numerous tribunals and hearing panels. He is qualified as a Mediator pursuant to the guidelines set by the Law Society of Saskatchewan. He was honoured with a Queen’s Counsel appointment in 2018.

Nicholas has provided pro bono legal assistance through the Regina Free Legal Clinic since 2006. Nicholas has played an active role with the Regina Bar Association since 2004, serving as a Director and Vice-President and then two terms as President from 2006 – 2008. He is an instructor at the CPLED Bar course and a presenter at various legal education seminars. He is currently a member of the Board of Directors for Pro Bono Law Saskatchewan. In 2018 – 2019, Nicholas was President of the Canadian Bar Association – Saskatchewan Branch.

Nicholas was the recipient of the 2022 Victor P. Dietz, K.C. Pro Bono Service Award, which is presented jointly by the Law Society of Saskatchewan and Pro Bono Law Saskatchewan. The recipient is recognized for contributions to Pro Bono services in Saskatchewan with respect to delivery of Pro Bono legal services, assisting with the establishment of Pro Bono programs, and education and advocacy to promote a Pro Bono culture.

Nicholas has been selected by his peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers™ in Canada 2024 in the areas of:

(1) Medical Negligence;

(2) Personal Injury Litigation; and

(3) Professional Malpractice Law.

Nicholas has been listed by the 2024 Canadian Legal Lexpert® Directory in the areas of: 

(1) Medical Negligence;

(2) Litigation – Commercial Insurance; and 

(3) Professional Liability.

He was recently ranked in Band 2 by the 2024 Chambers Canada in General Commercial Litigation (Saskatchewan).

Nicholas was also recently selected as a Fellow in the Litigation Counsel of America, an invitation-only society of North American lawyers, judges, and scholars.