Firearm Framework Balances Safety and Exemptions

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B.C. Reg. 64/2026, the Firearm Violence Prevention General Regulation made under sections 79, 80, 81 and 85 of the Firearm Violence Prevention Act, provides the detailed rules, exemptions and enforcement mechanisms needed to implement the

Tighter Controls for Amateur Standardbred Racing

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The Régie des alcools, des courses et des jeux has published a draft regulation proposing amendments to Quebec’s rules governing Standardbred horse races held at amateur race tracks. The proposal would amend the Rules respecting

New Standards for Court Hearings

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British Columbia is introducing broad procedural changes to its superior court and tax appeal rules. The changes are established through an Order in Council and amend the Supreme Court Civil Rules, the Supreme Court Family

Regulations Bring Structure to Fire Code Challenges

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The Northwest Territories’ Plan Review Appeals Board Regulations under the Fire Prevention Act establish the structure, procedures, and administrative framework for a specialized appeal body responsible for reviewing disputes related to fire prevention decisions. Registered

Financial Safeguards for Children Born of Sexual Assault

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Québec has introduced new rules establishing how financial contributions will be calculated to support children born as a result of sexual assault. The Regulation respecting the financial contribution as support for the needs of a

Urban Boundaries and Provincial Frameworks

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Nova Scotia Regulation 172/2026, known as the Order Criteria and Factors Regulations, establishes the framework the Minister of Municipal Affairs must follow when considering orders to extend or alter urban service areas within the Halifax

Changes to Inmate Disciplinary Process

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Saskatchewan Regulations 49/2026, made under the The Correctional Services Act, 2012, introduce significant amendments to the province’s correctional disciplinary framework. The Correctional Services Amendment Regulations, 2026 modernize procedures for inmate discipline, clarify the roles of

Municipalities Gain New Powers

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Bill 22, An Act to Broaden the Intervention Powers of Municipalities and to Amend Other Legislative Provisions, introduces a package of reforms aimed at increasing municipal flexibility, strengthening local decision-making, improving transparency, and expanding the

Public Registry for Foreign Influence Activities

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The Foreign Influence Transparency and Accountability Regulations (SOR/2026-152) operationalize the framework established under the Foreign Influence Transparency and Accountability Act (FITAA), a Canadian legislative regime designed to increase transparency around foreign-directed activities that seek to