• Part 1, Volume 157 #47

    • The Canada Revenue Agency is revoking the registration of several charities for not meeting filing requirements.
    • The Canadian International Trade Tribunal validated a complaint against the National Research Council and is reviewing antidumping measures on steel products from Asia.
    • The CRTC is handling broadcasting applications and public consultations.
    • A government employee has been authorized to run for federal office.
    • Various judicial and administrative appointments have been made across federal institutions.
    • The government is consulting on spectrum license renewals and considering an insurance company's request to operate federally.
    • A proposed amalgamation between two trust companies is under review.
    • The Copyright Board has set royalty rates for music use at events and recreational facilities for the next few years.

    Topics: Charities, Compliance, Trade, Inquiry, Steel, Broadcasting, Appointments, Judiciary, Spectrum, Copyright
  • Part 2, Volume 157 #24

    • The Canadian government has increased loan forgiveness for healthcare professionals in rural areas to incentivize their retention and improve healthcare access.
    • New production and marketing limits for chicken have been set by Chicken Farmers of Canada for a specified period.
    • An Order has been issued to the CRTC to establish a sustainable and equitable broadcasting regulatory framework, emphasizing diversity and participation of Indigenous peoples.
    • Amendments to the Domestic Substances List have been made, adding new chemical substances and updating organism listings.
    • Regulatory changes under the FederalProvincial Fiscal Arrangements Act have been made to improve the accuracy of Equalization and TFF program calculations.
    • Ministerial responsibilities have been reassigned for the Office of the Commissioner of Official Languages and the Homelessness Policy Directorate.
    • The Royal Canadian Mint is issuing new circulation coins featuring King Charles III.
    • The Minister of Small Business and Tourism has been designated for roles related to the Business Development Bank of Canada.
    • Responsibilities concerning the Parliamentary Employment and Staff Relations Act and the Accessible Canada Act have been transferred to specified ministers.
    • Amendments to environmental regulations aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve implementation.
    • Implementation dates for provisions of the Retail Payment Activities Act have been set to enhance financial system safety and foster innovation.
    • New Retail Payment Activities Regulations establish a supervisory regime for payment service providers.
    • Additional sanctions have been imposed on Russia, while some individuals have been removed from the sanctions list.
    • Certain tobacco products have been relieved from special duty and marking requirements to aid Canadian manufacturers.
    • Trade restrictions on elephant tusks and rhinoceros horns have been tightened to support conservation efforts.

    Topics: Healthcare, Student Loans, Rural Communities, Loan Forgiveness, Regulations, Broadcasting, Environmental Protection, Financial Assistance, Sanctions, Trade Regulations
  • Part 1, Volume 157 #46

    • The CRA intends to revoke the charitable status of two organizations due to noncompliance with the Income Tax Act.
    • The CITT will hold a hearing to resolve a classification dispute over JPAQ polypropylene cases.
    • Parks Canada has identified critical habitat for the American Badger jeffersonii subspecies, which will receive legal protection.
    • The Privy Council Office is seeking diverse candidates for various Governor in Council positions.
    • The Treasury Board Secretariat is reviewing regulations to improve supply chains and invites public input.
    • Alan CA Inc. seeks to become a federally regulated life insurance company.
    • The Canadian Transit Company will hold its annual shareholders' meeting to elect directors and discuss business matters.
    • Central 1 Trust Company is designated for service of enforcement notices for support orders across Canada.
    • Proposed amendments to immigration regulations aim to streamline the removal order process for certain inadmissibility cases.
    • The government is amending the Pay Equity Regulations to clarify and enforce equal pay provisions in federally regulated workplaces.
    • Proposed regulations aim to mitigate environmental and health risks by restricting products with toxic substances like coal tars, PAHs, and 2BE.

    Topics: Charity, Tax, Trade, Environment, Wildlife, Diversity, Regulation, Immigration, Pay Equity, Health Safety
  • Part 1, Volume 157 #45

    • The Canada Revenue Agency has corrected the registration status of three charities, with two revocations rescinded and one published in error.
    • The federal Minister of Energy and Natural Resources has suspended an offshore petroleum exploration licence.
    • The Canadian International Trade Tribunal is addressing appeals on goods classification by Bridgestone Canada Inc. and an individual regarding folding knives.
    • The CRTC is processing a renewal application for a CBC radio station and has renewed licenses for several television stations.
    • Interest rates for Canada Student Loans have been set, with no interest required on guaranteed student loans due to recent legislation.
    • Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada is consulting on RF field guidelines and has made decisions on spectrum licensees' site information requirements, also releasing two Standard Radio System Plans.
    • The Privy Council Office is accepting applications for Governor in Council positions.
    • The Department of the Environment is consulting on genetically modified fish and proposing to reclassify the Eastern Wolf as threatened under SARA.
    • The Canadian Transit Company is holding its annual shareholders' meeting.
    • The reclassification of the Eastern Wolf aims to enhance its protection and recovery, with consultations showing majority support despite some concerns about socioeconomic impacts.

    Topics: Charities, Energy, Trade, Broadcasting, Education, Consultation, Environment, Wildlife Conservation, Indigenous, Compliance
  • Part 2, Volume 157 #23

    • The Canadian government has extended the amnesty for owners of prohibited firearms to comply with new regulations until October 30, 2025.
    • The Eastern Wolf in Canada has been reclassified as a distinct species and is now considered threatened, with steps being taken towards its protection.
    • Levy rates for egg producers in various Canadian regions have been updated, effective November 5, 2023.
    • The Atlantic Mudpiddock, a bivalve mollusc, is listed as threatened, and its critical habitat in Nova Scotia is legally protected.
    • Amendments to the Divorce Act will come into force on February 1, 2024, to align with the International Recovery of Child Support Convention.
    • Three First Nations have been added to the First Nations Fiscal Management Act, allowing them access to financial management services.
    • Vehicle exemption label requirements in Canada have been simplified, with compliance monitored by Transport Canada.
    • Canada has updated sanctions against Myanmar and Iran to address human rights violations and security concerns, respectively.
    • A remission order has been approved for three appointees within the Department of Employment and Social Development due to administrative errors.

    Topics: Firearms, Wildlife Conservation, Agriculture, Marine Protection, Family Law, Indigenous Communities, Vehicle Safety, International Sanctions, Nuclear Non-Proliferation, Administrative Errors
  • Part 1, Volume 157 #44

    • The Canada Revenue Agency is revoking the registration of several charities due to consolidation or mergers.
    • The CRTC has updated its website with various communications industry documents and is processing applications for broadcasting renewals and amendments.
    • The CRTC approved a new broadcasting distribution undertaking and amended broadcasting regulations.
    • Mary Ellen TurpelLafond's Order of Canada appointment has been terminated at her request.
    • The Minister of Transport issued interim orders affecting pilotage areas in Summerside and Placentia Bay.
    • ISED released a new radio standard specification for Intelligent Transportation Systems.
    • The Privy Council Office is offering diverse leadership role appointments.
    • The Canadian Transit Company announced its annual shareholder meeting.
    • The Canadian government proposes to repeal outdated lead smelter regulations due to redundancy with provincial and municipal laws.
    • Significant amendments to the Food and Drug Regulations are proposed to modernize food standards and safety frameworks.
    • SOCAN Tariff 13.A sets royalty rates for music played in aircraft for 20232025.
    • The Copyright Board has set tariffs for recorded music used on passenger ships and public conveyances for 20232025.

    Topics: Charities, Crtc, Broadcasting, Pilotage, Regulations, Innovation, Environment, Food Safety, Copyright, Transportation