• Part 1, Volume 159 #27

    • Several charities face revocation of registration due to noncompliance with tax regulations.
    • Complaints have been filed regarding procurement processes by government departments.
    • Decisions and notices have been posted by the Canadian Radiotelevision and Telecommunications Commission.
    • Public service employees have been permitted to run for municipal elections.
    • A proposed agreement aims to align federal and Alberta regulations on methane emissions.
    • BMO Life Insurance plans to merge into a single company.
    • Fiduciary Trust Company seeks approval to reduce its capital.
    • Motus Bank plans to sell assets and seek a certificate of continuance.
    • An amalgamation is proposed for certain insurance companies.
    • The 2026 Census of Agriculture and Population will collect essential data for policy and economic development.
    • A new equivalency agreement is being negotiated to align federal and Alberta methane emission regulations.
    • Corrections have been made to previous tariff citations.

    Topics: Charities, Compliance, Procurement, Broadcasting, Elections, Environment, Amalgamation, Capital, Census, Regulations
  • Part 2, Volume 159 #14

    • Amendments have been made to Canadian regulations affecting chicken and egg marketing quotas, procurement policies, mining operations, and international sanctions.
    • Chicken production quotas have been adjusted for various provinces to regulate the market.
    • The levy rate for egg producers in Quebec has been updated.
    • Procurement regulations now emphasize reciprocity, limiting complaints to businesses from countries with trade agreements.
    • Mining regulations have been amended to allow expansions in Ontario and Nova Scotia, with requirements for fish habitat compensation.
    • Sanctions have been imposed on Israeli officials and additional Russian individuals and entities due to geopolitical conflicts.
    • The Statutory Instruments Regulations have been updated to align with changes in the Fisheries Act, allowing for quick adjustments to fishing rules.

    Topics: Sanctions, Trade, Environment, Regulations, Quotas, Mining, Procurement, Agriculture, Compliance, International Relations
  • Part 1, Volume 159 #26

    • The CBSA has determined that PET resin from China and Pakistan is being dumped and subsidized, leading to provisional duties.
    • The CITT is investigating the impact of these actions on Canadian industry and is also examining other trade issues.
    • The CRA is revoking the registration of two charities for noncompliance.
    • The CRTC has released decisions related to broadcasting.
    • New regulations under the Canada Labour Code introduce leaves for pregnancy loss, bereavement, and child placement.
    • Amendments to drug regulations aim to combat illegal fentanyl production.
    • The government is consulting on a potential digital trade agreement with the EU.
    • Financial institutions are planning mergers and capital reductions, subject to approval.
    • SOCAN has set tariffs for music performances in various venues.
    • Parks Canada corrected a fee error for land use planning services.

    Topics: Trade, Regulations, Environment, Employment, Health, Tariffs, Insurance, Compliance, Drugs, Economy
  • Part 1, Volume 159 #25

    • Investigations are underway into the dumping and subsidizing of thermal paper rolls from China, and public input is being sought on various regulatory applications and inquiries.
    • Several Canadian charities face revocation for not meeting filing requirements, and there are updates on telecommunications applications and decisions.
    • Appointments to the Order of St. John of Jerusalem have been made, recognizing contributions from various individuals.
    • Ministerial conditions have been imposed on certain substances under environmental protection laws, and consultations are ongoing for geneedited pigs.
    • Financial and corporate changes include office relocations, capital reductions, and proposed company amalgamations.
    • The Bank of Canada reported a significant financial loss for 2024, with detailed financial management and risk strategies in place.
    • SOCAN and Television Retransmission Tariffs outline royalties and conditions for audiovisual services and retransmission of television signals, with specific reporting and payment requirements.

    Topics: Trade, Environment, Finance, Regulation, Tariffs, Appointments, Energy, Charities, Amalgamation, Risk Management
  • Part 2, Volume 159 #13

    • The Canadian Hatching Egg Producers have updated levies and quotas for broiler hatching eggs, affecting several provinces and interprovincial trade.
    • The Canadian Pork PromotionResearch Agency has revised levies for imported hogs and pork products to support their promotion and research plan.
    • The Canadian Minister of Agriculture and AgriFood has increased compensation for cattle destroyed due to disease risks, reflecting current market values.
    • The Canadian government has extended the remission of customs duties on Ukrainian goods to support Ukraine's economy, excluding certain products to protect domestic industries.

    Topics: Agriculture, Levies, Trade, Compensation, Disease, Economy, Imports, Export, Regulations, Market
  • Part 1, Volume 159 #24

    • The Canadian International Trade Tribunal has maintained its order on the dumping and subsidizing of certain goods from China.
    • The CRTC provides access to its regulatory documents and has received applications for radio station renewals and amendments.
    • The Minister of Transport has issued interim orders for pilotage services to address safety and environmental risks.
    • Environment and Climate Change Canada is focusing on protecting critical habitats for certain species and evaluating emergency orders for others.
    • Endurance Specialty Insurance Ltd. is authorized to insure various risks in Canada.
    • ABCU Credit Union Ltd. plans to transition to a federal credit union, affecting deposit insurance coverage from provincial to federal.

    Topics: Trade, Telecommunications, Pilotage, Environment, Insurance, Credit Unions, Deposit Insurance, Regulations, Wildlife, Safety