• Sep 23, 2023

    Part 1, Volume 157 #38

    • The CRTC has updated its website with various regulatory documents and decisions, including approvals for broadcasting undertakings in several Canadian provinces.
    • Canada has initiated a CUSMA panel review against the U.S. regarding countervailing duties on Canadian softwood lumber, with established procedures for interested parties to participate.
    • Under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, the use of a potentially toxic substance is permitted with conditions, including restrictions on its use in consumer products and requirements for environmental safety and recordkeeping.
    • The Canadian government has made several appointments across judicial, police, financial, and environmental sectors, and continues to offer opportunities for Canadians to apply for Governor in Council positions, promoting a meritbased and diverse selection process.

    Topics: Regulation, Broadcasting, Trade, Environment, Toxic Substances, Compliance, Judicial Appointments, Public Participation, Diversity, Policy
  • Sep 16, 2023

    Part 1, Volume 157 #37

    • The Canada Revenue Agency is revoking the registration of some charities for not meeting filing requirements.
    • The Canadian International Trade Tribunal is hearing appeals on the classification of a knife and the importation of a vehicle.
    • Chantier Davie Canada Inc. and Wärtsilä Canada Inc. partially won a complaint about a procurement process for a government vessel.
    • The CITT upheld measures against the dumping of steel line pipe from Korea.
    • The CRTC issued decisions on broadcasting operations and updated service conditions for discretionary services.
    • The Canadian Department of the Environment plans to amend the Domestic Substances List to indicate polymers with reduced regulatory requirements.
    • Critical habitat for the Bank Swallow is identified and protected under the Species at Risk Act.
    • The Privy Council Office is advertising Governor in Council positions, focusing on diversity and representation.

    Topics: Charities, Taxation, Trade Tribunal, Customs, Procurement, Broadcasting, Environmental Protection, Chemicals, Wildlife Conservation, Appointments
  • Sep 13, 2023

    Part 2, Volume 157 #19

    • Levy rates for chicken marketing have been adjusted across various Canadian provinces.
    • Quebec's egg producers have a new levy rate for marketing eggs.
    • Canada has designated a week in October as "Fire Prevention Week" and a day for "Fire Service Recognition."
    • Canada has updated its export permit regulations to include restrictions on certain dualuse goods and technology.
    • Additional sanctions have been imposed by Canada on Russian individuals and entities in response to the conflict in Ukraine.

    Topics: Agriculture, Levies, Fire Prevention, Safety, Export, Regulations, Sanctions, Defense, Foreign Policy, Trade
  • Sep 9, 2023

    Part 1, Volume 157 #36

    • An error in a Canada Gazette notice regarding the name of an entity in an electricity export application to the U.S. has been corrected.
    • The CITT is reviewing complaints from two companies alleging unfair practices in government procurement processes.
    • The CRTC has released decisions on various broadcasting licenses and renewals.
    • The Canadian Minister of Citizenship and Immigration has set forth guidelines for processing permanent resident visa applications for parents or grandparents sponsored under the family class for 2022 and 2023.
    • A limited number of sponsorship applications will be accepted in 2023, with a specific process for submission and selection.

    Topics: Electricity Export, Trade Tribunal, Complaints, Procurement, Broadcasting, Immigration, Sponsorship, Permanent Residency, Visa Applications, Regulations
  • Sep 2, 2023

    Part 1, Volume 157 #35

    • The Canada Energy Regulator is considering an application from AlbertaEx, L.P. to export electricity to the U.S. and is seeking public input.
    • The Canadian International Trade Tribunal is handling appeals on duty refunds for beer cans and the classification of fish oil capsules, has resolved a complaint against the DND, is reviewing an order on steel pipe imports, and is addressing a procurement complaint by Coady Construction.
    • The CRTC has issued decisions on broadcasting undertakings, proposed new Broadcasting Fees Regulations, and set transitional provisions for upcoming fiscal years.
    • The Bank of Canada's financial statement shows its total assets, liabilities, and a deficit.
    • The Department of Industry has made various board and position appointments, emphasizing a meritbased, diverse selection process.
    • The Canadian government is introducing the Online News Act to ensure fair compensation for news content used by digital platforms, with the CRTC overseeing its implementation.
    • An error in the contact information for inquiries about the Canadian Aviation Regulations amendment was corrected.

    Topics: Energy, Trade, Broadcasting, Finance, Appointments, Legislation, Digital Platforms, News Media, Aviation, Regulation
  • Aug 30, 2023

    Part 2, Volume 157 #18

    • Canada grants legal status and privileges to the NATO Climate Change and Security Centre of Excellence in Montreal, providing tax relief and immunities to its international personnel.
    • Canada imposes additional sanctions on Russian individuals and entities, freezing assets and prohibiting transactions, in response to human rights violations and aggression in Ukraine.
    • The Squamish Nation Residential Tenancy Regulations align with British Columbia's laws, providing a dispute resolution mechanism and culturally safe supports for Indigenous residents on specific Squamish Nation reserve lands.

    Topics: Nato, Climate Change, Security, Legal Status, Privileges, Immunities, Sanctions, Russia, Human Rights, Indigenous Services