Continuing the Suspension of New Exploration and Hydrocarbon Development in the Arctic The Order Amending the Order Prohibiting Certain Activities in Arctic Offshore Waters, 2022 (SOR/2023-268) extends the existing prohibition on offshore oil and gas
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.
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
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
On October 20, 2023, the Canadian government approved the Order Amending the Order Declaring an Amnesty Period (2020) under the Criminal Code (SOR/2023-223). This amendment extends the amnesty period for individuals and businesses in lawful
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
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
The General Preferential Tariff (GPT), General Preferential Tariff Plus (GPT Plus), and Least Developed Country Tariff (LDCT) Rules of Origin Regulations, registered as SOR/2023-210 on October 6, 2023, outline the criteria for determining the origin
On October 6, 2023, the Governor General in Council issued Order SOR/2023-213, exempting certain navigable waters in Quebec from Section 23 of the Canadian Navigable Waters Act (CNWA). This order follows a request from Critical
The Online Undertakings Registration Regulations (SOR/2023-203) establishes formal registration requirements for online broadcasting undertakings in Canada as mandated by the Broadcasting Act. This regulatory framework is designed to enhance transparency and oversight in the online
