Highlights

  • Investigations are underway into the dumping and subsidizing of PET resin from China and Pakistan, with a focus on potential injury to Canadian industry.
  • Several charities face revocation of registration for not meeting tax filing requirements.
  • Complaints about unfair procurement practices in various services are being investigated.
  • The order on dumping and subsidizing of wall modules from China remains unchanged.
  • Critical habitat for a species at risk has been identified and will be protected.
  • Public servants have been granted permission to run in elections, ensuring legal compliance.
  • New appointments have been made in various government roles and agencies.
  • Financial institutions are undergoing amalgamations and incorporations, with some seeking asset release or continuance certificates.

Canadian Trade Investigations and Regulatory Updates

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has initiated investigations into the alleged dumping and subsidizing of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) resin from China and Pakistan. The Canadian International Trade Tribunal (CITT) will conduct a preliminary inquiry to assess potential injury to the Canadian industry. Interested parties can submit written submissions electronically by July 25, 2025. The CITT has also initiated a preliminary injury inquiry to determine if the dumping and subsidizing of PET resin have caused or threaten to cause injury.

The Canada Revenue Agency has issued a notice of intention to revoke the registration of several charities for not meeting filing requirements under the Income Tax Act. The revocation is effective upon publication of the notice.

The Canadian International Trade Tribunal is conducting inquiries into complaints regarding procurement processes for dry cleaning, laundry services, fire damper repairs, and wildlife control services. These complaints allege unfair practices and improper awarding of contracts.

The Tribunal has continued its order regarding the dumping and subsidizing of unitized wall modules from China, maintaining previous findings without amendment.

The Parks Canada Agency has identified critical habitat for the Broad-banded Forestsnail in Point Pelee National Park, which will be protected under the Species at Risk Act.

The Public Service Commission of Canada has granted permission and leave for several public servants to seek nomination and candidacy in upcoming federal and municipal elections, ensuring compliance with the Public Service Employment Act. [Source]

Government Appointments and Regulatory Updates in Canada

The Minister of the Environment has appointed Justin Duncan to the roster of review officers for a three-year term. Waivers for information requirements under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999, have been granted to several companies, including AskBio Inc., Atara Biotherapeutics, Inc., and Boeringer-Ingelheim Canada Ltd., among others, for data related to the effects of living organisms and substances. The decision to grant waivers is made on a case-by-case basis, with around 100 waivers granted annually.

Several appointments have been made across various government departments and agencies, including Maryse Monique Marie Tremblay as Chairperson of the Canada Industrial Relations Board, Macky Tall as Chairperson of the Canada Infrastructure Bank, and Mark Fisher as President of the Canada Water Agency. Other notable appointments include Indira Anita Anand as Minister of Industry and Gary Anandasangaree as Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada.

The Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions has issued letters patent for the amalgamation of National Bank of Canada and Canadian Western Bank, as well as for the incorporation of Questbank. Additionally, Santander Consumer Bank has been amalgamated and authorized to commence business. [Source]

Canadian Asset Release and Continuance Applications for Insurance Companies

CorePointe Insurance Company plans to request the release of its Canadian assets from the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (Canada) after April 28, 2025. Policyholders or creditors opposing this release can file their opposition by mail or email by the same date. Quebec Assurance Company intends to apply for a certificate of continuance under the Canada Business Corporations Act after April 7, 2025. The board of directors may withdraw the application before it is processed. Approval for both actions is subject to review and discretion by the relevant authorities. [Source]

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