Highlights

  • 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 gene-edited 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.

Canadian Trade Investigations and Regulatory Updates

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has initiated investigations into the alleged dumping and subsidizing of thermal paper rolls from China, with the Canadian International Trade Tribunal (CITT) conducting a preliminary inquiry into potential injury to Canadian industry. Interested parties can submit written submissions by October 20, 2025. Emera Energy Capacity (2020) Incorporated has applied to the Canada Energy Regulator for authorization to export electricity to the U.S., and the Commission seeks public input on the application by July 21, 2025. The Canada Revenue Agency has issued a notice of intention to revoke the registration of several charities for not meeting filing requirements. The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission has posted applications for renewal or amendment and decisions on its website. A request for panel review of a U.S. antidumping order on large diameter welded pipe from Canada has been filed under the Canada—United States—Mexico Agreement. Parks Canada Agency has identified critical habitat for Quebec Rockcress in Forillon National Park. The Public Service Commission of Canada has granted permission to several individuals to seek municipal election candidacy while employed in public service roles. [Source]

Canadian Appointments to the Order of St. John of Jerusalem

The Governor General of Canada, on behalf of the King and upon the recommendation of the Grand Prior, has appointed several Canadians to the Most Venerable Order of the Hospital of St. John of Jerusalem. The appointments include Knights, Dames, Commanders, Officers, and Members of the Order. Notable appointees include Douglas Anthony Alberts, Thomas Gordon Hannah, and His Honour the Honourable Gerald W. Kisoun as Knights; Her Honour the Honourable Joan Marie Josephine Aylward as a Dame; and Marika Beaumont and Major-General Guy Chapdelaine as Commanders. The list also includes various military personnel and civilians recognized for their contributions. The honours were awarded through instruments dated in 2024 and early 2025. [Source]

Ministerial Conditions and Regulatory Updates on Substances and Gene-Edited Pigs in Canada

The Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999, has led to the imposition of ministerial conditions on certain substances suspected of being toxic. For the substance carbopolycycle, acid-treated, oxidized, the conditions allow its manufacture or import for specific uses, such as a precursor in manufacturing another substance or as an additive in certain products, with strict handling and disposal requirements to prevent environmental release. Another substance, 2H-isoindole-2-hexaneperoxoic acid, is permitted for use in specific cosmetics at regulated concentrations, with restrictions on its use in other consumer products. A third substance, 1,3,5-triazine-2,4,6(1H,3H,5H)-trione, requires notification before manufacturing in Canada, with detailed information on its handling and potential environmental impact. Additionally, a consultation is underway for four lines of gene-edited pigs to assess potential risks to the environment and human health. The document also includes a notice of statutory repeals and the schedule for upcoming Supreme Court of Canada sessions. [Source]

Financial Institutions Announce Office Relocations, Capital Reduction, and Amalgamation Plans

Equitable Bank has relocated its designated offices for the service of enforcement notices in British Columbia to 601 West Hastings Street, Suite 1400, Vancouver, and in Ontario to 2200-25 Ontario Street, Toronto. Fiduciary Trust Company of Canada plans to apply for approval to reduce the stated capital of its common shares by up to $22 million, following a special resolution passed by its sole shareholder. This reduction is subject to approval by the Superintendent of Financial Institutions. Royal & Sun Alliance Insurance Company of Canada, Intact Insurance Company, and 13130100 Canada Inc. intend to apply for letters patent of amalgamation to merge into one company named “Intact Insurance Company” in English and “Intact Compagnie d’assurance” in French, with the head office in Toronto. The proposed amalgamation is expected to take effect on January 1, 2026, pending approval from the Minister of Finance. [Source]

Bank of Canada 2024 Financial Overview and Risk Management

The Bank of Canada’s financial statements for the year ending December 31, 2024, were prepared in accordance with IFRS Accounting Standards. The Bank’s management is responsible for the integrity and reliability of these statements, which have been audited by Ernst & Young LLP and PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP. The Board of Directors, through its Audit and Finance Committee, oversees the financial reporting and internal controls. The Bank reported a comprehensive loss of $2,866 million for 2024, with a net loss of $3,079 million. The Bank’s assets totaled $277,243 million, while liabilities and deficiency amounted to $285,955 million and $8,712 million, respectively. The Bank’s primary functions include monetary policy, financial system promotion, funds management, retail payments supervision, and currency issuance. The Bank’s financial instruments are classified and measured according to their nature, with investments primarily in Government of Canada bonds. The Bank is exposed to financial risks, including credit, market, and liquidity risks, and manages these through a comprehensive risk management framework. The Bank’s employee benefits include pension plans and other post-employment benefits, with a net defined-benefit asset of $387 million. The Bank’s capital is managed to ensure compliance with the Bank of Canada Act, with no external capital requirements imposed. The Bank’s related parties include the Government of Canada and the Bank of Canada Pension Plan, with key management personnel compensation totaling $6 million in 2024. [Source]

SOCAN Tariff 22D3 Royalties for Online Audiovisual Services 2014-2024

The SOCAN Tariff 22.D.3 outlines the royalties for online allied audiovisual services from 2014 to 2024. It applies to services that communicate works in SOCAN’s repertoire to the public via telecommunication, excluding certain uses covered by other SOCAN tariffs. Allied Audiovisual Services that do not separately track subscribers for internet streams are exempt from certain royalties if they meet specific conditions. The tariff defines key terms such as “Allied Audiovisual Service,” “AV Ratio,” and “Internet-Related Revenue.”

Royalties are calculated based on service type: per-program fees, subscriptions, or internet-related revenue, with specific rates and minimum fees. Services with low music use can qualify for reduced rates. Services with no revenue pay a flat fee annually. Reporting requirements include providing service identification and monthly sales reports detailing usage and revenue. Royalties are due monthly, with interest on late payments. Adjustments and audits are allowed, and records must be kept for six years. Confidentiality is required for information shared under the tariff, with exceptions for legal and administrative purposes. [Source]

Television Retransmission Tariff Guidelines for 2014-2018

The Television Retransmission Tariff for 2014-2018 outlines the royalties to be collected for retransmitting distant television signals in Canada. It defines key terms such as “distant signal,” “local signal,” “retransmitter,” and “small retransmission system.” The tariff applies to retransmissions involving works owned or controlled by listed collective societies.

For small retransmission systems, the annual royalty is $100, with specific conditions for determining if a system qualifies as small. Unscrambled Low Power Television Stations (LPTVs) and Multichannel Multipoint Distribution Systems (MDSs) also have a $100 annual royalty. Other retransmission systems pay monthly royalties based on the number of premises receiving distant signals, with rates increasing with the number of premises.

Discounts are available for retransmissions in Francophone markets, for TVA signals, and for certain non-residential premises like hospitals and schools. The tariff specifies how royalties are allocated among various collective societies and includes detailed reporting requirements for retransmitters, including information about the retransmission system, service area, and signals distributed.

The document also addresses administrative provisions such as reporting dates, forms, error corrections, and confidentiality. It includes provisions for adjustments, interest on late payments, and transitional arrangements for additional royalties due to differences between interim and final tariffs. The tariff specifies the addresses for notices and payments and outlines the process for reallocating royalties among collective societies based on new and old allocations. [Source]

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