Caution: Baby on Board! Canada’s Stroller Safety Standards

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On May 18, 2023, the Governor General of Canada approved the Carriages and Strollers Regulations under the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act. These regulations introduce new safety standards and requirements for carriages and strollers sold

Changes in Arctic Shipping Standards

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The Regulations Amending Certain Department of Transport Regulations (Miscellaneous Program), known as SOR/2023-105. These amendments apply to the Arctic Waters Pollution Prevention Act and the Canada Shipping Act, 2001. The regulations aim to address various

Regulating Chemicals in the Opioid Crisis

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The “Regulations Amending the Precursor Control Regulations (Novel Fentanyl Precursors): SOR/2023-102” introduces new measures to combat the growing issue of fentanyl and its analogues in Canada. These regulations, implemented under the Controlled Drugs and Substances

Financial Oversight in Utility Operations

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Newfoundland and Labrador Regulation 40/23, titled the Public Utilities Regulations, was enacted under the authority of the Public Utilities Act. The regulation outlines essential provisions governing the operations of public utilities within the province, ensuring

Medical Staff Governance

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The “Nova Scotia Health Authority Medical Staff By-laws,” established under the Health Authorities Act, provide a framework for the governance of medical staff within the Nova Scotia Health Authority (NSHA). These by-laws define key terms,

Changes to Notifiable Diseases Regulations

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The Governor in Council of Nova Scotia issued an amendment to the Reporting of Notifiable Diseases and Conditions Regulations. This amendment is part of an ongoing effort to manage public health and ensure the state

Safeguarding Whistleblowers

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British Columbia implemented amendments to the Public Interest Disclosure Act through B.C. Reg. 131/2023. This regulation modifies the existing rules governing public interest disclosures. One key change involves the Government Body Designation Regulation (B.C. Reg.

Early Learning and Child Care Funding Regulations

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The Early Learning and Child Care Funding Regulations (R-018-2023) establish a framework for the administration of the Early Learning and Child Care Funding Program under the Child Day Care Act, These regulations aim to enhance

Ensuring High Standards for Early Learning and Child Care

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The Early Learning and Child Care Standards Regulations are established under Section 47 of the Child Day Care Act, with guidance from the Minister and enforcement by the Commissioner. These regulations are intended to ensure