New Home Construction Rebate

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On December 14, 2023, the Saskatchewan government enacted amendments to The New Home Construction Rebate (Provincial Sales Tax) Remission Regulations through Order in Council 638/2023, under the authority of The Financial Administration Act, 1993. These

Managing the Nature and Risks of Derivatives

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Regulation 93-101 concerning the business conduct of derivatives under the Derivatives Act (chapter I-14.01) was formally approved on December 5, 2023. The regulatory provisions under the Derivatives Act empower the Autorité des marchés financiers (AMF)

Fostering Appliance Energy Efficiency

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Ontario Regulation 350/23, made under the Electricity Act of 1998, amends Ontario Regulation 509/18, which sets forth energy and water efficiency standards for appliances and products. This regulation introduces various updates designed to improve energy

Bypassing Usual Regulatory Scrutiny

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The O.I.C. 2023/143 outlines regulations related to the Atlin Hydro Expansion Project under the Public Utilities Act, designating it as an “excluded undertaking.” This classification exempts the project from certain regulatory requirements typically applied to

Sustainable Practices in Water Use

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The Water Security Agency Amendment Regulations, 2023, formally cited as Saskatchewan Regulations 123/2023, were enacted under the Saskatchewan Water Security Act, specifically referencing Order in Council 625/2023, dated December 6, 2023. This amendment introduces changes

Cultivating a Healthier Gaming Ecosystem

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On November 28, 2023, the Government of Nova Scotia enacted N.S. Reg. 212/2023, an amendment to the Casino Regulations under the Gaming Control Act. Its primary aim is to improve regulatory compliance and security protocols

Amending the Surrogate Rules

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Alberta Regulation 139/2023 introduces amendments to the Surrogate Rules under the Judicature Act. These changes aim to modernize and clarify procedural requirements for estate management and administration in Alberta. One key amendment is in Rule

Consequences of Non-Consensual Distribution of Intimate Images

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On December 18, 2023, the British Columbia government approved B.C. Reg. 293/2023, establishing the Intimate Images Protection Regulation under the Intimate Images Protection Act (S.B.C. 2023, c. 11). This regulation aims to protect individuals from