Highlights

  • Canadian agencies and boards are involved in various regulatory and administrative activities, including trade, broadcasting, and procurement processes.
  • Significant government funding has been allocated to various departments and agencies for operational purposes.
  • New appointments have been made to key government positions, affecting departments such as the Treasury Board, Crown-Indigenous Relations, and Foreign Affairs.
  • Measures have been implemented to protect North Atlantic Right Whales, including vessel speed limits in certain areas.
  • Credit unions are considering becoming federal entities, which would change their deposit insurance coverage.
  • Tariffs outline the royalties commercial radio stations must pay for broadcasting music, with specific rates and reporting requirements.

Canadian Agencies Announce Decisions on Trade, Charities, and Broadcasting

The Canada Border Services Agency concluded that imports of container chassis from Vietnam are not circumventing Canadian trade tribunal findings related to dumping and subsidizing from China. The Canada Revenue Agency announced the revocation of registration for several charities at their request, effective immediately. The Canada–Newfoundland and Labrador Offshore Petroleum Board issued calls for bids on parcels of land in the offshore area, with specific terms and conditions for exploration licenses. The Canadian International Trade Tribunal determined that a complaint by 5D Property Management Group regarding a procurement process was not valid and found evidence of injury from the dumping and subsidizing of polyethylene terephthalate resin from China and Pakistan. The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission posted applications and decisions related to broadcasting undertakings. The Public Service Commission of Canada granted permission to Marie-Josée Gauthier to run for municipal office in Lévis, Quebec. [Source]

Government Allocates Over $33 Billion for Departmental Funding in 2025

Her Excellency the Governor General authorized a payment of $33,102,676,499 from the Consolidated Revenue Fund for various departments and agencies for the period from May 16 to June 29, 2025. The funds are allocated to numerous government entities, with significant amounts directed to the Department of National Defence ($5,927,118,276), Department of Employment and Social Development ($5,596,206,630), and Department of Indigenous Services ($3,337,192,952). Other notable allocations include the Royal Canadian Mounted Police ($1,565,171,334), Department of Health ($1,036,385,388), and Department of Veterans Affairs ($996,327,826). The schedule also includes smaller allocations to various other departments and agencies, supporting a wide range of governmental functions and services. [Source]

Canadian Government Announces New Appointments and Whale Protection Measures

The Canadian government has announced several new appointments, including Shafqat Ali as President of the Treasury Board, Rebecca Alty as Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, and Indira Anita Anand as Minister of Foreign Affairs. Other notable appointments include Gary Anandasangaree as Minister of Public Safety, François-Philippe Champagne as Minister of Finance and National Revenue, and Chrystia Freeland as Minister of Transport and Internal Trade. Additionally, an Interim Order has been issued for the protection of North Atlantic Right Whales in the Gulf of St. Lawrence, imposing speed limits on vessels over 13 meters in length in certain zones to protect the whales. Exceptions to these speed limits are provided for vessels in distress, government vessels on specific duties, and certain commercial fishing activities. The order also outlines conditions under which speed limits can be suspended due to weather conditions or other factors. Furthermore, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada has published a new standard for fixed line-of-sight radio systems operating in the 6425-6930 MHz band, detailing technical requirements for efficient use of this frequency band. [Source]

Credit Unions Consider Federal Transition and Amalgamation with Changes to Deposit Insurance

ABCU Credit Union Ltd. is considering becoming a federal credit union under the Bank Act and plans to amalgamate with Innovation Federal Credit Union. Members will vote on this proposal, which includes changes to deposit insurance coverage. Currently, deposits with ABCU are insured by the Credit Union Deposit Guarantee Corporation (CUDGC) in Alberta. If ABCU becomes a federal credit union, it will join the Canada Deposit Insurance Corporation (CDIC), and CUDGC coverage will cease. CDIC insures deposits up to $100,000 per category, unlike CUDGC, which insures the full amount. A transition period will allow pre-existing deposits to be insured by CDIC to the same extent as CUDGC coverage. After the transition, standard CDIC coverage will apply. The notice also highlights that the approval process is not guaranteed and that changes in deposit insurance coverage may occur.

Prospera Credit Union is also considering becoming a federal credit union and amalgamating with Coast Capital Savings Federal Credit Union and Sunshine Coast Credit Union. Members will vote on this proposal, which involves changes to deposit insurance. Currently, deposits with Prospera are insured by the Credit Union Deposit Insurance Corporation of British Columbia (CUDIC). If the amalgamation occurs, CDIC will provide deposit insurance, and CUDIC coverage will end. CDIC insures deposits up to $100,000 per category, while CUDIC insures the full amount. A transition period will allow pre-existing deposits to be insured by CDIC to the same extent as CUDIC coverage. After the transition, standard CDIC coverage will apply. The notice emphasizes that the approval process is not guaranteed and that changes in deposit insurance coverage may occur.

Sunshine Coast Credit Union is considering a similar move to become a federal credit union and amalgamate with Coast Capital Savings and Prospera Credit Union. Members will vote on this proposal, which includes changes to deposit insurance. Currently, deposits with SCCU are insured by CUDIC. If the amalgamation occurs, CDIC will provide deposit insurance, and CUDIC coverage will end. CDIC insures deposits up to $100,000 per category, while CUDIC insures the full amount. A transition period will allow pre-existing deposits to be insured by CDIC to the same extent as CUDIC coverage. After the transition, standard CDIC coverage will apply. The notice highlights that the approval process is not guaranteed and that changes in deposit insurance coverage may occur. [Source]

Canadian Commercial Radio Royalty Tariff Overview

The Re:Sound Commercial Radio Tariff outlines the royalties commercial radio stations in Canada must pay for broadcasting published sound recordings of musical works. It applies to over-the-air radio broadcasting and simulcasts but excludes performances in public or communications via pay audio, satellite radio, or non-interactive webcasts. The tariff specifies different royalty rates for low-use stations and others, with rates increasing over time. Stations must report their gross and simulcasting income monthly and provide detailed lists of sound recordings broadcast. Re:Sound can audit station records, and confidentiality of information is maintained, with exceptions for service providers and legal requirements. Adjustments for errors in royalty payments are made in subsequent payments, and late payments incur interest. Notices and payments can be delivered through various methods, and transitional provisions address rate increases and record availability for past simulcasting income. [Source]

SOCAN Tariff 1.A Royalty Structure for Commercial Radio Stations 2014-2018

SOCAN Tariff 1.A outlines the royalties commercial radio stations must pay for broadcasting musical works in SOCAN’s repertoire from 2014 to 2018. Gross income includes payments for broadcasting services, excluding unrelated business income, commissioned program production, and certain broadcast rights recoveries. Low-use stations, broadcasting SOCAN works for less than 20% of their time, pay 1.5% of their annual gross income monthly. Other stations pay 3.2% on the first $1.25 million of gross income and 4.4% on the remainder. Stations must report gross income and provide detailed lists of broadcasted musical works monthly. SOCAN can audit station records, and stations must maintain records for specified periods. Information shared with SOCAN is confidential, with exceptions for legal and royalty distribution purposes. Adjustments for errors are made in subsequent payments, and late payments incur interest. Notices and payments have specific delivery requirements. [Source]

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