• Part 1, Volume 157 #29

    • The Canadian International Trade Tribunal has found that imports of wind towers from China may harm domestic industry and dismissed complaints regarding procurement and contract awards.
    • The CRTC has scheduled hearings and made decisions affecting various Canadian broadcasting undertakings.
    • The Department of Industry has announced new government appointments across various judicial and administrative bodies.
    • Senators have been appointed to represent Newfoundland and Labrador and Nova Scotia in the Senate of Canada.
    • New fees for telecommunications and radio apparatus services have been announced, along with technical requirements for broadband equipment.
    • A directive from the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions outlines the duty to inform the Attorney General about significant cases.
    • Innovation Federal Credit Union has been authorized to commence business.
    • The Privy Council Office has listed various appointment opportunities.
    • Citco Bank Canada has a new address for receiving enforcement notices.
    • Corrections are needed for errors in the Regulations Amending the Valuation for Duty Regulations, and stakeholders are encouraged to comment online.

    Topics: Trade, Appointments, Telecommunications, Broadcasting, Legislation, Financial Institutions, Public Prosecutions, Military, Infrastructure, Diversity
  • Part 2, Volume 157 #15

    • The role of Canadian citizenship judges in determining citizenship cases has been extended until July 31, 2027.
    • Canada's grain grading standards have been updated to align with current export standards.
    • The Canadian Egg Marketing Agency has revised levy rates for egg producers in various regions.
    • Canada has issued a remission order to waive customs duties on medical isotope Cobalt60 imports from Russia for five years, acknowledging the need to find alternative suppliers.

    Topics: Immigration, Citizenship, Grain Regulations, Agriculture, Egg Marketing, Levies, Trade, Medical Isotopes, Sanctions, Customs Duties
  • Part 1, Volume 157 #2

    • A byelection is scheduled in the Calgary Heritage electoral district in Alberta.
    • The revised list of electors includes 83,582 registered voters.

    Topics: Electoral List, By-Election, Calgary Heritage, Electors, Revised List, Alberta, Voting, Democracy, Representation, Constituency
  • Part 1, Volume 157 #28

    • The Canadian International Trade Tribunal is investigating a complaint by Storit Systems Ltd. about a procurement process by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police.
    • The CRTC has updated its website with recent decisions and notices, and is inviting public interventions on various broadcasting matters.
    • The Minister of the Environment has granted waivers to certain companies, allowing them to bypass some information requirements for new substances and living organisms under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999.
    • The Canadian government is encouraging applications from diverse individuals for Governor in Council positions across various organizations to promote diversity in leadership.
    • Pacific Life Re Limited is seeking authorization to release its Canadian assets, with a deadline for objections from policyholders or creditors.

    Topics: Trade Tribunal, Procurement Complaint, Crtc, Broadcasting, Environmental Protection, Substance Regulation, Diversity, Appointments, Financial Institutions, Asset Release
  • Part 1, Volume 157 #27

    • The Canada Revenue Agency plans to revoke the charity status of "Canadian Friends of Cuban Jewry" due to noncompliance.
    • The Canadian International Trade Tribunal found a procurement complaint by Steeple Incorporated partially valid and is inquiring into a complaint by Mercuri Conferencing.
    • The CRTC is considering license renewal/amendment requests for various broadcasters and has issued an order on telecommunications fees.
    • The Department of Health in Canada is seeking public comments on proposed fees for natural health products.
    • The Privy Council Office is promoting a meritbased, diverse appointment process for various government positions.
    • Pacific Life Re Limited seeks to release its Canadian assets, subject to opposition from policyholders or creditors.
    • RBC plans to merge with HSBC Bank Canada, pending the acquisition of shares and approval from the Minister of Finance.
    • The Commercial Radio Reproduction Tariff outlines royalty rates and reporting requirements for Canadian radio stations.
    • The Copyright Board has set tariffs for the use of SOCAN's music at sports events and in hotel/motel inroom services, detailing payment and reporting obligations.

    Topics: Charity, Compliance, Trade, Telecommunications, Health Products, Appointments, Insurance, Banking, Copyright, Sports Events
  • Part 2, Volume 157 #14

    • The Canadian government has made regulatory changes to improve transparency and efficiency across various sectors.
    • Fees associated with access to information requests have been reduced, and identity verification for requesters has been clarified.
    • New frameworks for monetary penalties have been established to enforce compliance in the marine sector and motor vehicle safety.
    • Updates to the unclaimed asset regime will facilitate the recovery of assets by Canadians.
    • Amendments to the Public Service Employment Act address systemic barriers in staffing, promoting diversity.
    • Financial support for students has been increased to make postsecondary education more affordable.
    • Changes to the Canadian Pork PromotionResearch Levies Order and fee waivers for Afghan nationals support specific industry and humanitarian efforts.
    • Adjustments to free trade and tariff regulations with Honduras and Brunei enhance international trade agreements.
    • Environmental protection and wildlife conservation efforts are bolstered through updated enforcement regulations.
    • New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland and Labrador are included in the federal carbon pollution pricing system.
    • The Squamish Nation in British Columbia is granted jurisdiction over education on their lands, enhancing selfdetermination.
    • Commemorative coins will be issued to honor significant Canadian figures and events.
    • Sanctions have been imposed on individuals from Haiti and Iran for human rights violations and corruption.
    • The Squamish Nation is enabled to apply British Columbia's residential tenancy laws to its reserve lands, promoting housing development.
    • The Transportation of Dangerous Goods Regulations have been corrected for minor technical issues.
    • Amendments to several regulations under the United Nations Act allow for exceptions in providing humanitarian assistance.

    Topics: Regulations, Amendments, Sanctions, Indigenous, Environment, Trade, Transportation, Education, Human Rights, Currency