Highlights

  • The CBSA has identified potential dumping of steel wire from certain countries, leading to provisional duties.
  • The CITT is investigating potential injury to Canadian industry from these imports.
  • Several charities have lost their registration for not complying with tax requirements.
  • A procurement complaint involving a government department is under inquiry.
  • A panel review is requested concerning antidumping duties on Canadian lumber.
  • Parks Canada is protecting critical habitats for endangered species.
  • Public servants have been permitted to run for municipal elections.
  • The Canadian Environmental Protection Act imposes conditions on potentially toxic substances.
  • Waivers for information requirements have been granted for some substances and organisms.
  • Critical habitats for certain endangered species are identified for protection.
  • An auction for spectrum licenses is announced.
  • Library and Archives Canada is updating its fee structure to align with digital services.

Canada addresses trade issues and environmental protection measures

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has made a preliminary determination of dumping concerning certain carbon and alloy steel wire from several countries, including China and India. The Canadian International Trade Tribunal (CITT) will investigate the potential injury to Canadian industry and decide within 120 days. Provisional duties are now payable on these goods. The Canada Revenue Agency has revoked the registration of several charities for failing to meet Income Tax Act requirements. The Canadian International Trade Tribunal is also conducting an inquiry into a complaint about a procurement process by the Department of Employment and Social Development. Additionally, a panel review has been requested under the Canada–United States–Mexico Agreement regarding antidumping duties on Canadian softwood lumber products. Parks Canada has announced the protection of critical habitat for the Chestnut-collared Longspur in Grasslands National Park. The Public Service Commission has granted permission to several public servants to run for municipal elections. [Source]

Environmental Regulations and Updates on Substances, Species Protection, Spectrum Auction, and Library Fees

The Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999, allows the Minister of the Environment to impose conditions on the manufacture or import of substances suspected to be toxic. Three substances have been assessed and are subject to specific ministerial conditions, including requirements for notifying the Minister before manufacturing, providing exposure and manufacturing information, and maintaining records. In case of environmental release, immediate measures must be taken to prevent further release, and the notifier must inform relevant authorities. Additionally, waivers for certain information requirements have been granted for living organisms and substances, allowing some companies to bypass specific data submissions. The Species at Risk Act identifies critical habitats for endangered species like the Chestnut-collared Longspur, Slender Mouse-ear-cress, Sprague’s Pipit, and Swift Fox, with protections to apply within 90 days. The Radiocommunication Act announces the 2026 Auction of Residual Spectrum Licences, detailing the auction process and rules. Lastly, Library and Archives Canada has repealed its 2005 reprography fee structure to modernize services and align with digital advancements, with a new fee schedule to be published online. [Source]

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