Highlights

  • The Canadian International Trade Tribunal is investigating a complaint by Stor-it Systems Ltd. about a procurement process by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police.
  • The CRTC has updated its website with recent decisions and notices, and is inviting public interventions on various broadcasting matters.
  • The Minister of the Environment has granted waivers to certain companies, allowing them to bypass some information requirements for new substances and living organisms under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999.
  • The Canadian government is encouraging applications from diverse individuals for Governor in Council positions across various organizations to promote diversity in leadership.
  • Pacific Life Re Limited is seeking authorization to release its Canadian assets, with a deadline for objections from policyholders or creditors.

Canadian Tribunal Inquiry and CRTC Updates on Broadcasting Decisions

The Canadian International Trade Tribunal is conducting an inquiry into a complaint by Stor-it Systems Ltd. regarding a procurement by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police for U-shaped workbenches with cabinets and drawers. Stor-it alleges that their bid was improperly deemed non-compliant with the solicitation’s mandatory requirements.

The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) has updated its website with various decisions, notices, and applications. Interested parties can access detailed original documents, including decisions and notices of consultation, at the Commission’s office or online. Recent applications for renewal, amendment, or complaints have been posted, with deadlines for public interventions, comments, or replies ranging from July 31 to August 3, 2023, involving broadcasters from Alberta, Ontario, and Manitoba.

Additionally, the CRTC has issued administrative decisions and other decisions affecting various broadcasting undertakings in Manitoba, New Brunswick, Ontario, Northwest Territories, and Prince Edward Island. These decisions pertain to the approval of certain undertakings and the renewal of licenses for radio stations. [Source]

Canadian Environmental Protections and Governance Opportunities Update

The Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999 (CEPA) requires importers or manufacturers of new substances to provide specific information to the Minister of the Environment. However, the Minister can waive these information requirements on a case-by-case basis. Waivers have been granted to several companies, including Arkema Canada Inc., BASF Canada Inc., Brenntag Canada Inc., Sika Canada Inc., and SNF Holding Company, exempting them from providing certain data such as melting point, boiling point, vapour pressure, and biodegradation tests, among others.

Similarly, for living organisms not listed on the Domestic Substances List, information requirements can also be waived. Companies like Allogene Therapeutics Inc., Editas Medicine, Inc., Freeline Therapeutics Limited, Fumoir Grizzly Inc., Future Fields, and Janssen Inc. have been granted waivers, excusing them from providing data on the effects of living organisms on various species and their antibiotic susceptibility.

The Canadian government is seeking applications from diverse Canadians for various Governor in Council positions across different organizations. These positions include roles such as Director, Chairperson, Chief Commissioner, Member, CEO, and others in entities like the Asia-Pacific Foundation of Canada, Bank of Canada, Business Development Bank of Canada, Canada Revenue Agency, Canadian Accessibility Standards Development Organization, and many more. The aim is to reflect Canada’s diversity in leadership roles and to maintain a healthy, respectful, and harassment-free work environment. [Source]

Pacific Life Re Limited Seeks Approval to Release Canadian Assets

Pacific Life Re Limited plans to request authorization from the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (Canada) to release its assets maintained in Canada as per section 651 of the Insurance Companies Act (Canada). The application for this order will be made on August 3, 2023. Policyholders or creditors with objections to the release of these assets can file their opposition with the Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (Canada) by mail or email by the same date. [Source]

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