• Part 2, Volume 159 #19

    • Amendments have been made to various Canadian regulations, including those related to beef cattle levies, chicken marketing quotas, and child support guidelines, to refine classifications, update procedures, and ensure fairness.
    • The Canada Deposit Insurance Corporation has updated its premiums system to better reflect risk profiles and incentivize issue resolution.
    • Tariffs on certain U.S. goods are being removed to support dutyfree trade under CUSMA and reduce consumer costs.
    • The Domestic Substances List under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act has been updated to include new substances, ensuring compliance and transparency.
    • Sanctions have been imposed on individuals and entities linked to Russian interference in Moldova, and the price cap on Russian crude oil has been lowered to reduce Russia's revenue.
    • A General Permit for humanitarian transactions with Syria has been extended to support aid and stabilization efforts.
    • Storage tank regulations have been updated to align with industry standards and enhance enforcement measures.

    Topics: Regulations, Amendments, Environment, Trade, Sanctions, Agriculture, Finance, Compliance, Health, Industry
  • Part 1, Volume 159 #36

    • Several public service employees have been granted permission to run in municipal elections in Canada.
    • Amendments have been made to the Nondomestic Substances List under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, affecting the Domestic Substances List.
    • New documents related to Radio Standards Specification have been released, detailing compliance procedures for equipment in a specific frequency band.
    • St. Paul Fire and Marine Insurance Company and Travelers Insurance Company of Canada plan to apply for approval to reinsure parts of their insurance businesses with each other.
    • Corrections have been made to a previously published supplement regarding the Television Retransmission Tariff for 20142018.

    Topics: Elections, Environment, Insurance, Regulations, Compliance, Amendments, Public Service, Tariffs, Errors, Documentation
  • Part 1, Volume 159 #35

    • A complaint by Resolution Alliance Inc. against the Department of Employment and Social Development was found valid by the Canadian International Trade Tribunal.
    • The Canadian Radiotelevision and Telecommunications Commission provides access to documents related to its proceedings online.
    • The Government of Canada is seeking feedback on potential amendments to the Cannabis Tracking System Order to reduce regulatory burdens while maintaining oversight.
    • Proposed changes aim to streamline reporting, reduce duplication, and improve efficiency in cannabis tracking.
    • Health Canada is reviewing stakeholder concerns about current reporting complexities and administrative burdens.
    • Feedback is being collected to inform future regulatory proposals regarding cannabis tracking.

    Topics: Trade, Complaint, Evaluation, Broadcasting, Regulation, Cannabis, Oversight, Reporting, Efficiency, Consultation
  • Part 2, Volume 159 #18

    • The Canadian Egg Marketing Agency has adjusted the levy rate for egg producers in Alberta, with approval from the National Farm Products Council.
    • The Ministikwan Lake Cree Nation has transitioned to the First Nations Elections Act, enhancing governance autonomy and allowing for elections every four years.
    • This change supports selfdetermination, traditional governance, and inclusivity within the community.

    Topics: Levies, Marketing, Elections, Governance, Autonomy, Legislation, Community, Inclusivity, Planning, Transition
  • Part 1, Volume 159 #34

    • The Canada Border Services Agency is investigating the dumping of oil country tubular goods from multiple countries.
    • The Canada Energy Regulator is reviewing electricity export applications to the U.S. and seeking public input.
    • The Canadian International Trade Tribunal is examining the classification of imported metal shelving and investigating dumping of thermal paper rolls and oil country tubular goods.
    • The Canadian Radiotelevision and Telecommunications Commission has posted broadcasting and telecommunications applications and decisions.
    • The Public Service Commission of Canada has allowed public servants to run for municipal elections in Quebec.
    • Several insurance companies plan to merge into a single entity, subject to regulatory approval.
    • Re:Sound Tariff 6.C sets royalties for using recorded music in adult entertainment venues in Canada.
    • SOCAN Tariff 1.B outlines royalties for noncommercial radio stations using SOCAN's music repertoire.

    Topics: Investigation, Dumping, Export, Electricity, Tariff, Royalties, Amalgamation, Insurance, Broadcasting, Audit
  • Part 1, Volume 159 #33

    • The CBSA is extending investigations into steel strapping imports from several countries due to complexity and evidence issues.
    • TransCanada Energy Sales Ltd. seeks to export electricity to the U.S., with public input requested on its impact and fairness.
    • The Canadian International Trade Tribunal is reviewing a steel plate dumping order and a procurement complaint.
    • The CRTC has released new administrative decisions and policies.
    • The Public Service Commission has allowed some public servants to run for municipal elections.
    • Innovation Federal Credit Union and ABCU Credit Union Ltd. plan to merge into a single federal credit union.
    • Several insurance companies intend to amalgamate under the name "Aviva Insurance Company of Canada."
    • Both financial and insurance amalgamations are subject to regulatory approval.

    Topics: Trade, Investigation, Export, Energy, Regulation, Procurement, Telecommunications, Election, Amalgamation, Insurance