Highlights

  • The CBSA has determined dumping and subsidizing of PET resin from China and Pakistan, with the CITT continuing its inquiry into potential injury to Canadian industry.
  • Preliminary determinations of dumping and subsidizing of steel strapping from several countries have been made, with the CITT conducting a full inquiry.
  • The CITT terminated an expiry review on steel plate dumping from Ukraine.
  • Public servants have been permitted to participate in upcoming elections, with some granted leave of absence.
  • Reports and agreements related to environmental regulations and telecommunications are open for public comment.
  • Amendments to Wildlife Area Regulations will discontinue a controlled hunt program and eliminate entrance fees at Cap Tourmente NWA to increase public access and align with conservation commitments.

CBSA and CITT Investigate Dumping and Subsidizing of PET Resin and Steel Strapping

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has made final determinations of dumping of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) resin from China and Pakistan, and subsidizing of PET resin from China. The Canadian International Trade Tribunal (CITT) is continuing its inquiry into the injury to the Canadian industry and will decide by mid-October. Provisional duties will remain until the CITT’s decision. If injury is confirmed, anti-dumping and countervailing duties will be applied to future imports.

The CBSA also made preliminary determinations of dumping of steel strapping from China, Korea, Türkiye, and Vietnam, and subsidizing from China. The CITT will conduct a full inquiry into the injury to the Canadian industry, with provisional duties payable on the goods released during the investigation period.

The CITT terminated an expiry review concerning the dumping of hot-rolled carbon steel plate and high-strength low-alloy steel plate from Ukraine, rescinding a previous order.

The CITT has initiated an inquiry into the dumping and subsidizing of steel strapping from several countries, with a hearing scheduled for December. Interested parties must file notices of participation and representation by early October.

The Public Service Commission of Canada has granted permission to several public servants to seek nomination and be candidates in upcoming municipal and territorial elections, with some granted leave of absence without pay during the election period. [Source]

Regulatory Updates and Public Consultations in Canada

The Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999, has made available a report summarizing how comments and objections were addressed regarding the Agreement on the Equivalency of Federal and Alberta Regulations on Methane Release in Alberta. The Fisheries Act has opened a 60-day public comment period for a proposed administrative agreement between Saskatchewan and Canada on Wastewater Systems Effluent Regulations. A petition was received under the Telecommunications Act concerning a decision by the CRTC, with submissions due by October 28, 2025. Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada released new documents on Radio Standards Specification for equipment operating in the 6 to 300 GHz frequency band. The Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions set the basic rate for pension plans at $12.00 for the year starting April 1, 2026. Environment and Climate Change Canada is evaluating the need for the Emergency Order for the Protection of the Western Chorus Frog in Longueuil, Quebec, and is seeking public input on potential threats and mitigation measures. [Source]

Amendments to Cap Tourmente NWA Regulations: Ending Fall Hunt and Eliminating Entrance Fees

The Wildlife Area Regulations are being amended to discontinue the controlled fall hunt program for migratory game birds at the Cap Tourmente National Wildlife Area (NWA) due to the stabilization of the Greater Snow Goose population and changes in their migratory behavior, which have reduced grazing pressure on the American Bulrush marsh. Additionally, entrance fees to the Cap Tourmente NWA will be eliminated to align with other NWAs in Canada, supporting the government’s initiative to increase public access to nature. The amendments aim to manage the NWA based on scientific data and encourage Canadians to explore protected areas. The repeal of the hunt program and entrance fees is expected to reduce administrative costs, increase visitor numbers, and enhance public enjoyment of nature. Consultations revealed mixed reactions, with some hunting organizations opposing the repeal of the hunt program, while most stakeholders supported the removal of entrance fees. The amendments are consistent with Canada’s commitments to biodiversity and nature conservation, and no significant environmental or economic impacts are anticipated. The changes will be implemented upon registration, with compliance and enforcement measures in place to ensure adherence to the new regulations. [Source]

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