• Part 1, Volume 158 #10

    • Danske Commodities US LLC seeks permission from the Canada Energy Regulator to export electricity to the U.S. for 10 years.
    • The regulator is calling for public input on the potential impacts of the export.
    • Endurance Specialty Insurance Ltd. plans to apply to insure various risks in Canada and will set up its Canadian office in Toronto.

    Topics: Electricity Export, Energy Regulation, Public Consultation, Insurance, Financial Supervision, Risk Management, International Business, Market Access, Bilingual Operations, Corporate Expansion
  • Part 1, Volume 158 #9

    • The Canadian International Trade Tribunal is holding a hearing on the classification of electric bidet toilet seats and reviewing an order on carbon steel welded pipe to assess the impact of its expiry on domestic industry.
    • A Compliance Officer at the Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada has been authorized to run for federal election and granted leave.
    • Amendments to the Rural and Northern Community Immigration Class instructions have been made, affecting the validity period of recommendations.
    • The Minister of the Environment has imposed conditions on the manufacture or import of a potentially toxic substance for experimental studies.
    • Health Canada is seeking public input on updating regulations for tobacco and vaping product reporting.
    • Various federal appointments have been announced, including the Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, and opportunities for Governor in Council positions are open.
    • Endurance Specialty Insurance Ltd. intends to apply to insure risks in Canada, with operations based in Toronto.

    Topics: Trade, Tariffs, Legal Review, Environmental Protection, Health Regulations, Immigration, Public Service, Financial Compliance, Insurance, Diversity
  • Part 2, Volume 158 #5

    • Canada has updated offshore petroleum regulations for Newfoundland and Labrador and Nova Scotia to enhance safety, environmental protection, and resource management, allowing for the use of advanced technologies.
    • Amendments to administrative monetary penalties have been made in both regions, categorizing violations and corresponding penalties.
    • The levy rate for chicken marketing in Ontario has been adjusted.
    • The critical habitat for the White Sturgeon in the Nechako River has been protected through a regulatory order.
    • The Hatchery Exclusion Regulations have been repealed due to redundancy after modernized hatchery regulations were introduced.
    • Marine safety fees have been revised to better recover service costs, affecting vessel registry services with annual adjustments based on the Consumer Price Index.
    • The Minister of State (Online Harms) has been assigned to assist the Minister of Canadian Heritage and will also serve as Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada.
    • Electronic administration and enforcement in the Customs Act have been authorized to streamline border processes.
    • Special permits can be issued for activities related to Guatemala that would otherwise be restricted under economic sanctions due to corruption and human rights violations in the country.

    Topics: Regulations, Offshore, Petroleum, Environmental Protection, Safety, Administrative, Levies, Critical Habitat, Digitalization, Sanctions
  • Part 1, Volume 158 Extra Edition #2

    • A byelection is scheduled in the Durham electoral district in Ontario.
    • The revised list of electors includes 116,107 individuals eligible to vote.

    Topics: Electoral Process, By-Election, Voter Eligibility, Durham District, Electorate, Political Participation, Democracy, Voting Rights, Civic Duty, Representation
  • Part 1, Volume 158 #6

    • Two public servants in Canada have been authorized to run for political office, with leaves of absence granted for their campaign periods.
    • Amendments to immigration policies have been made to facilitate the application process for the Agrifood Immigration Class and study permits.
    • Certain outdated provisions of various Acts have been repealed.
    • The government is seeking diverse candidates for various leadership roles through a meritbased appointment process.
    • Credit Suisse AG and KOHO Financial Inc. are taking steps related to their operations in Canada, with opportunities for public input.
    • Canada Post Corporation proposes postage rate increases to address financial challenges, with a public consultation period open.
    • Regulatory amendments are proposed to facilitate local trade in Lloydminster, a city on the AlbertaSaskatchewan border.
    • The Canadian government is proposing regulations to ensure pay equity in ministers' offices, with a public comment period available.

    Topics: Elections, Regulations, Financial Services, Postal Services, Food Safety, Pay Equity, Public Consultation, Immigration, Education, Municipal Affairs
  • Part 1, Volume 158 #5

    • Canada has set a cap on study permit applications and requires a provincial attestation letter for processing.
    • Two substances have been removed from the Nondomestic Substances List, and six out of 12 assessed substances may be added to a concern list due to health risks.
    • New guidelines for antimony in drinking water have been established to protect against health effects.
    • Measures to support rural and remote access to communication services have been announced, including a new licensing framework and policy improvements for Indigenous access to spectrum resources.
    • Royal Bank of Canada is set to amalgamate with several financial entities following its acquisition of HSBC Bank Canada.
    • Various federal appointment opportunities are open, aiming for a meritbased and diverse selection process.
    • Credit Suisse AG's Toronto Branch is seeking to release its assets in Canada, with a deadline for opposition.
    • KOHO Financial Inc. is applying to establish a new bank, with a period for objections to the application.

    Topics: Immigration, Education, Environment, Health, Telecommunications, Finance, Banking, Indigenous, Policy, Diversity