• Oct 8, 2025

    Part 2, Volume 159 #21

    • Canadian canola farmers are receiving increased financial support through the Advance Payments Program due to trade challenges.
    • Amendments to various regulations aim to align with international standards and improve environmental protection, agricultural resilience, and competitiveness.
    • Changes to the Canadian Payments Act expand membership eligibility to include more financial entities, fostering competition and innovation.
    • Indigenous communities are transitioning to selfdetermined electoral systems, enhancing governance autonomy.
    • The Canadian government is updating regulations to support counterterrorism efforts and align with international nuclear nonproliferation obligations.

    Topics: Agriculture, Trade, Regulations, Environment, Elections, Taxation, Payments, Nuclear, Indigenous, Terrorism
  • Oct 4, 2025

    Part 1, Volume 159 #40

    • The Canadian International Trade Tribunal is addressing appeals and inquiries related to trade and procurement issues.
    • The Canadian Radiotelevision and Telecommunications Commission has released decisions on broadcasting matters.
    • The CUSMA Secretariat is handling requests for panel reviews on U.S. countervailing duties for Canadian lumber.
    • The Public Service Commission of Canada is allowing public servants to run for municipal elections in Quebec.
    • The Minister of the Environment has announced a proposed agreement on methane emissions regulations and issued corrections to air quality standards.

    Topics: Trade, Procurement, Telecommunications, Regulations, Environment, Elections, Emissions, Air Quality, Complaints, Duties
  • Sep 27, 2025

    Part 1, Volume 159 #39

    • 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.

    Topics: Dumping, Subsidizing, Trade, Inquiry, Environmental Protection, Regulations, Elections, Public Input, Wildlife, Conservation
  • Sep 24, 2025

    Part 2, Volume 159 #20

    • The Canadian Turkey Marketing Agency has updated turkey production quotas for provinces, with approval from the National Farm Products Council.
    • Control of the Canadian Coast Guard has been transferred to the Department of National Defence.
    • The Domestic Substances List has been amended to include new substances, following assessments by the Minister of the Environment and the Minister of Health.
    • Fire Prevention Week is designated with a focus on lithiumion battery safety, encouraging fire prevention activities.
    • Saint Mary’s First Nation has transitioned to the First Nations Elections Act for governance, with an upcoming election scheduled.
    • Cheam First Nation has adopted its own election code, moving away from the Indian Act, to enhance governance autonomy.
    • These changes support Indigenous selfdetermination and traditional governance practices.

    Topics: Agriculture, Environment, Substances, Elections, Indigenous, Governance, Autonomy, Safety, Fire Prevention, Defense
  • Sep 20, 2025

    Part 1, Volume 159 #38

    • The CBSA has identified dumping and subsidizing of thermal paper rolls from China, leading to provisional duties.
    • The CITT is investigating potential injury to the Canadian industry and reviewing the expiry of a finding on steel sheets from Türkiye and Vietnam.
    • Several charities lost registration for not meeting tax requirements.
    • The CITT is holding hearings on goods classification under the Customs Act.
    • The CRTC is processing applications and decisions related to broadcasting.
    • Public servants have been permitted to run for municipal elections.
    • Amendments to the Canadian Environmental Protection Act update the Nondomestic Substances List.
    • Health guidance has been issued to improve indoor air quality in office buildings.
    • A name change for a chamber of commerce has been approved.
    • Two individuals from the Winnipeg Police Service have been designated as fingerprint examiners.
    • New technical guidelines for radio systems have been published.
    • Public input is being sought for the CUSMA review, focusing on trade and environmental standards.
    • SOCAN tariffs outline royalties for performances at theme parks and Canada’s Wonderland, with specific calculation methods and requirements.

    Topics: Trade, Tariffs, Environment, Broadcasting, Public Service, Industry, Health, Customs, Charities, Agreements
  • Sep 13, 2025

    Part 1, Volume 159 #37

    • 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.

    Topics: Trade, Environment, Duties, Charities, Procurement, Habitat, Elections, Substances, Spectrum, Archives