• Part 1, Volume 159 #31

    • The Canadian International Trade Tribunal ended an inquiry into steel dumping from Türkiye due to lack of evidence.
    • The CRTC announced applications and decisions related to broadcasting, including those involving major media companies.
    • A CUSMA panel reviewed a U.S. antidumping decision on Canadian lumber, affirming some parts and remanding others.
    • Parks Canada protected critical habitat for a bumble bee species under the Species at Risk Act.
    • A public servant was permitted to run for municipal office while employed by Parks Canada.
    • A ministerial condition was set for the manufacture or import of a potentially toxic substance, with strict usage and disposal conditions.
    • Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada is consulting on frequency bands for fixed services.
    • The Free Trade and Labour Mobility in Canada Act aims to reduce barriers to interprovincial trade and labor mobility.
    • Several credit unions and insurance companies plan to amalgamate, with set effective dates and opportunities for objections.

    Topics: Trade, Broadcasting, Environment, Regulation, Consultation, Amalgamation, Mobility, Insurance, Credit Unions, Antidumping
  • Part 2, Volume 159 #16

    • Amendments have been made to the levies order for beef cattle research, market development, and promotion.
    • Changes include updates to definitions and levy amounts for certain regions.
    • Specific sections have been repealed or adjusted for administrative purposes.
    • Some amendments have a set expiration date.

    Topics: Amendments, Levies, Beef, Cattle, Trade, Promotion, Research, Implementation, Administration, Regulation
  • Part 1, Volume 159 #30

    • The Canada Border Services Agency ended a dumping investigation on Turkish steel, finding no dumping occurred.
    • Several charities lost their registration due to noncompliance with tax laws.
    • The Canadian International Trade Tribunal continued an order on structural tubing and initiated inquiries into procurement complaints and a preliminary injury inquiry on Chinese cast iron soil pipe.
    • The Canadian Radiotelevision and Telecommunications Commission released updates on broadcasting services.
    • The Minister of the Environment imposed conditions on the use of certain carbon nanotubes due to toxicity concerns.
    • Critical habitat for the Spotted Owl in a specific area is now protected.
    • New certification requirements for broadband equipment in a specific frequency band were published.
    • Plans for credit union amalgamations and asset sales were announced, with opportunities for objections.

    Topics: Trade, Environment, Taxation, Wildlife, Telecommunications, Credit Unions, Broadcasting, Manufacturing, Compliance, Amalgamation
  • Part 1, Volume 159 #29

    • Investigations are underway into the dumping and subsidizing of certain products from China and other countries, with inquiries into potential injury to Canadian industries.
    • The Canada Revenue Agency has revoked the registration of a charity for noncompliance, and other charities are consolidating or merging.
    • A procurement complaint involving the Royal Canadian Mounted Police is under inquiry.
    • The Canadian International Trade Tribunal has found evidence of potential injury from dumped and subsidized steel strapping.
    • Public feedback is being sought on environmental and trade issues, including CITES and the right to a healthy environment.
    • A Plan of Priorities has been published to manage substances and protect health and the environment, with a focus on alternative testing methods and Indigenous participation.
    • Financial institutions are planning mergers and capital adjustments, subject to regulatory approval.
    • A power development project is seeking a replacement license, and a bank plans to sell assets and apply for continuance.

    Topics: Trade, Investigation, Environment, Regulation, Amalgamation, Consultation, Industry, Protection, Assessment, Compliance
  • Part 2, Volume 159 #15

    • The Canadian government has amended orders related to surtax remissions on goods from China and the U.S., addressing exemptions and providing duty relief under specific conditions.
    • Amendments aim to mitigate economic impacts and align Canada's tariffs with U.S. measures, with the Canada Border Services Agency managing remission claims.
    • The Department of Industry is designated to support the Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation.
    • A temporary measure under Employment Insurance has been extended to support workers affected by foreign tariffs, increasing access to benefits.
    • Importation of certain steel goods is controlled to implement a joint statement with the U.S. and facilitate Customs Tariff measures.
    • The Minister of Transport is designated as responsible for the Free Trade and Labour Mobility in Canada Act.
    • Provisions of the Budget Implementation Act enable automatic enrolment in the Canada Learning Bond for eligible children, aiming to increase access for lowincome families.
    • The President of the King’s Privy Council for Canada is designated as the Minister responsible for the Building Canada Act.
    • A temporary surtax on certain steel imports is imposed to protect the domestic steel industry from trade diversion and global excess capacity.

    Topics: Surtax, Tariffs, Trade, Imports, Employment, Benefits, Steel, Innovation, Education, Industry
  • Part 1, Volume 159 Extra Edition #14

    • The Chief Electoral Officer has released the number of electors for a byelection.
    • The electoral district in question is Battle River—Crowfoot in Alberta.
    • The preliminary list includes 84,515 electors.

    Topics: Elections, By-Election, Electors, Electoral District, Alberta, Voter Registration, Democracy, Political Process, Representation, Voting Rights