The Canadian government has made legislative changes to increase the minimum age of employment in federally regulated industries to 18 years, aligning with international labor standards.
Amendments to the Canada Labour Code and related regulations will enforce restrictions on hazardous work and night hours for young workers.
The CDIC has updated its bylaws to include the TaxFree First Home Savings Account for separate insurance coverage.
The Canadian Hatching Egg Producers and the Canadian Egg Marketing Agency have adjusted levy rates for producers in various provinces.
The Canadian Securities Regulation Regime Transition Office is being dissolved, with its functions and knowledge transferred to the Department of Finance Canada.
Amendments to the CCOFTA Rules of Origin Regulations have been made to facilitate trade with Colombia and reflect updates to the international goods classification system.
The critical habitat for the threatened Silver Shiner species in Ontario is legally protected to prevent habitat destruction.
Corrections and adjustments to the Customs Tariff Schedule have been made, including a remission order for certain tobacco products to correct an unintended duty increase.
Changes to the Domestic Substances List include the addition of new substances and the updating of organism names.
The Kinistin Saulteaux Nation has transitioned to the First Nations Elections Act for its electoral system.
A remission order has been issued for antidumping duties on large diameter line pipe imports needed for natural gas projects due to domestic short supply.
Overpayments to beneficiaries of the Public Service Income Benefit Plan for Survivors of Employees Slain on Duty have been forgiven due to administrative errors.
Canada has banned the import of steel and aluminum goods from Russia as part of its sanctions in response to the invasion of Ukraine.
The CRTC has updated the Telecommunications Fees Regulations to align with current accounting standards and streamline the annual reporting process for service providers.
The CDIC has amended a bylaw to include penalties for noncompliance with the Eligible Financial Contracts Bylaw, aiming to ensure financial stability.
The Minister of the Environment has repealed an outdated service charges order to reduce regulatory confusion.
Corrections were made to the Firearms Act regulations regarding the registration and transfer of handguns.
Health Canada is remitting fees for expedited medical device license applications during the COVID19 pandemic to alleviate financial burdens on applicants.
Canada has imposed sanctions on additional Iranian individuals for human rights violations, aligning with international partners.
New sanctions have been introduced against Russia, targeting individuals and entities to pressure changes in behavior and policy due to ongoing aggression in Ukraine and human rights abuses.
The Canadian Chicken Marketing Levies Order has been amended to adjust the levy rate for chicken producers in Nova Scotia.
New Copyright Board Rules of Practice and Procedure have been established to improve the tariffsetting process for collective societies in Canada.
Chile has completed the ratification of the CPTPP, leading Canada to extend its tariff commitments to Chile under the agreement.
A new directive to the CRTC focuses on promoting competition, affordability, consumer interests, and innovation in Canadian telecommunications.
An amendment to the Domestic Substances List includes a new substance used in cosmetics, with Significant New Activity provisions due to potential health concerns.
The schedule to the Expungement of Historically Unjust Convictions Act has been expanded to include additional offenses, allowing for the expungement of related convictions.
The Manitoba Fishery Regulations, 1987, have been amended to support sustainable recreational fishing and align with Manitoba's Recreational Angling Strategy.
The Special Economic Measures (Haiti) Regulations have been amended to impose sanctions on two Haitian nationals for corruption and supporting criminal gangs.
The Special Import Measures Regulations have been amended to address nonmarket economy conditions in Russia and Belarus, allowing for more effective application of antidumping duties.
Canada's Minister of Finance has updated the Customs Tariff descriptions for clarity and alignment with current standards, without affecting duty rates.
Health Canada has introduced fees for certain COVID19 medical devices no longer deemed urgent, with fee reductions for small businesses.
Beausoleil First Nation will conduct elections under the First Nations Elections Act, enhancing governance autonomy.
Frog Lake First Nations has adopted its own election code, moving away from the Indian Act's regime to strengthen selfdetermination.
Canada has banned the manufacture and import of lead wheel weights to protect health and the environment, with alternatives being considered.
Permanent regulations for COVID19 medical devices have been established, continuing expedited authorization pathways from an interim order.
New regulations allow health officials to access unauthorized drugs during emergencies, streamlining procurement and distribution.
Canada has updated sanctions against Myanmar and Russia, targeting military officials and entities involved in disinformation, respectively.
Amendments to the Species at Risk Act have been made, adding and reclassifying species to ensure their protection and support recovery efforts.