Amending the Employment Equity Regulations

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The “Regulations Amending the Employment Equity Regulations: SOR/2023-267” will come into effect on January 1, 2024. This update addresses necessary adjustments resulting from revisions to the National Occupational Classification (NOC), specifically its 2021 version. Under

Deterring Environmental Violations Through Increased Fines

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The “Regulations Amending the Contraventions Regulations (Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999)” (SOR/2023-266) introduces adjustments to improve the enforcement of environmental regulations in Canada. These amendments are designed to ensure that the ticketing process established under

Tax Treatment of Motor Vehicle Expenses

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The Regulations Amending the Income Tax Regulations (Motor Vehicle Expenses and Benefits 2018–2023), registered as SOR/2023-246 on November 24, 2023, introduce updates to the treatment of automobile expenses and benefits under the Income Tax Act.

Addressing Regulatory Gaps in Immigration Policy

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The Regulations Amending the Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations (Miscellaneous Program), registered as SOR/2023-249 on November 24, 2023, aim to address several technical issues identified by the Standing Joint Committee for the Scrutiny of Regulations

Regulating Payment Service Providers

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The movement of funds is critical to the health of Canada’s economy, particularly as retail payment activities evolve through technology and innovation. With the rise of various payment service providers (PSPs), such as digital wallets

Continuing Pressure on Iran’s Nuclear Program

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On October 18, 2023, Canada registered the “Regulations Amending the Regulations Implementing the United Nations Resolutions on Iran” (SOR/2023-219) to the enforcement of United Nations Security Council Resolution 2231 (UNSCR 2231), which was adopted on

Response to Russian Aggression in Moldova

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The “Regulations Amending the Special Economic Measures (Moldova) Regulations” (SOR/2023-218) IS Canada’s response to escalating tensions in Moldova, influenced by Russia’s aggressive actions in Ukraine. The regulations are enacted under the Special Economic Measures Act