INSIGHTS

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Canada
Holding Those Responsible for Undermining Democracy and Stability Accountable

The Regulations Amending the Special Economic Measures (Venezuela) Regulations, SOR/2025-112, registered on March 20, 2025, by the Governor in Council, aim to respond to the...

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Northwest Territories
Payment Protection in Construction

The Builders’ Lien Regulations (R-031-2025), enacted under the authority of section 92 of the Builders’ Lien Act, set out the detailed administrative and procedural framework...

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Nunavut
Tying Minimum Wages to Inflation and Average Earnings

In April 2025, an amendment to the Wages Regulations under the Labour Standards Act was registered bringing notable changes to how minimum wages are set...

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Newfoundland & Labrador
Linking Immigration With Workforce Strategy

The Department of Immigration, Population Growth and Skills Notice (Newfoundland and Labrador Regulation 37/25), issued under section 5 of the Executive Council Act and dated...

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Quebec
Regulatory Revisions in End-of-Life Care and MAiD

On April 10, 2025, a regulatory update was enacted concerning the conditions for accessing and operating the advance medical directives register and advance requests for...

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Saskatchewan
Financial Integrity and Legal Certainty in Franchising

The Saskatchewan government introduced new regulations under The Franchise Disclosure Act. The Franchise Disclosure Regulations (29/2025) set detailed standards for franchise disclosures in the province....

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Saskatchewan
Prioritizing Private Investment in Oil Projects

The Oil Infrastructure Investment Program Amendment Regulations, 2025 under Saskatchewan Regulations 30/2025 make several significant changes to the existing regulatory framework as authorized by sections...

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Quebec
The Mission of the Parity Committee

The Internal Regulation of the Comité paritaire de l’industrie des services automobiles de la région de Montréal establishes comprehensive rules governing the operations and internal...

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Manitoba
Regulating Residential Cannabis Sales and Cultivation

Manitoba Regulation 33/2025 amends the Cannabis Regulation, Manitoba Regulation 120/2018 by introducing several changes related to cannabis cultivation and distribution. This regulation seeks to update...

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Canada
Protecting Local Interests Amid Global Tariffs

The Order Amending the United States Surtax Order (2025-1) and the United States Surtax Order (Steel and Aluminum 2025) under the Customs Tariff, reflects Canada's...

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Quebec
Implementation of Delegated Regulatory Powers in the Financial Sector

The Government of Québec has approved the delegation of certain functions and powers of the Autorité des marchés financiers (AMF) to the Canadian Investment Regulatory...

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Quebec
Addressing Cancer Risks for Firefighters

The Order in Council 532-2025 officially approves amendments to the Regulation respecting occupational diseases under the Act respecting industrial accidents and occupational diseases. The amendment...

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Quebec
Amending the Rules for Rent Determination

The draft regulation concerning the "Act respecting the Administrative Housing Tribunal" and the "Civil Code of Québec" proposes amendments to the criteria and methods used...

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Prince Edward Island
Adjusting the Wage Floor

The Lieutenant Governor in Council of Prince Edward Island approved the Employment Standards Act Minimum Wage Order EC2025-326. This order establishes new minimum wage rates...

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British Columbia
Bypassing the Usual Regulatory Processes

The British Columbia Utilities Commission has issued a regulation under the authority of section 45(4) of the Utilities Commission Act, R.S.B.C. 1996, c. 473. This...

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Canada
Importers Win Reprieve as Security Deadline Shifts

The amendment to subsection 69(2) of the Regulations Amending Certain Regulations Administered and Enforced by the Canada Border Services Agency changes the coming into force...

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Manitoba
Complaint to Consequence: Amending Independent Police Investigations

Manitoba Regulation 31/2025 introduces several amendments to the Independent Investigations Regulation (Manitoba Regulation 99/2015), under the authority of The Police Services Act. These changes aim...

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British Columbia
Overhaul of Police Oversight

The Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia has enacted official order 164/2025 which takes effect on May 1, 2025. This order makes several significant legislative changes,...

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Quebec
Cracking Down on High-Volume Water Use

The Regulation to amend the Regulation respecting the regulatory scheme applying to activities on the basis of their environmental impact, enacted by the Gouvernement du...

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Saskatchewan
Water Power Rental System

The newly issued The Water Power Amendment Regulations, 2025 (25/2025) amends The Water Power Regulations under The Water Power Act. These changes introduce updates, including...

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Alberta
Royalty Credits for Oil Sands

Alberta Regulation 27/2025, titled "Alberta Oil Sands Resource Credit Regulation," is a legal framework that outlines the conditions under which royalty credits can be applied...

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Canada
Billions for National Progress

The special warrant under Order in Council P.C. 2025-462, authorized a total amount of $40,343,209,650 to be drawn from the Consolidated Revenue Fund on April...

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Canada
Voter Roll Call Across Canada

The Chief Electoral Officer of Canada issued an official notice under subsection 93(3) of the Canada Elections Act announcing the determination of the number of...

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Saskatchewan
Critical Mineral Exploration Incentive

Saskatchewan Regulation 17/2025 amends provisions under The Mineral Resources Act, 1985, specifically section 10.5. The amendment introduces changes to The Mineral Exploration Tax Credit Regulations,...

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Quebec
Election Officer Compensation

The Minister of Municipal Affairs introduced amendments to the Regulation respecting the tariff of remuneration payable for municipal elections and referendums, as outlined in the...

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British Columbia
Mining, Culture, and Compromise in Canada

The Mineral Land Reserve (New Prosperity) Regulation, issued by the Chief Gold Commissioner of the Ministry of Mining and Critical Minerals, establishes a mineral land...

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Canada
Port Authority Secures More Borrowing Power

The Department of Transport issued a government notice under the Canada Marine Act regarding an amendment to the letters patent of the Trois-Rivières Port Authority....

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Canada
Fuel Charge Gone, But Carbon Costs Remain

The Regulations Amending the Output-Based Pricing System Regulations (SOR/2025-108) introduce modifications to the federal Output-Based Pricing System (OBPS) under Canada’s Greenhouse Gas Pollution Pricing Act....

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Canada
Federal and Provincial Governments Boost Rental Housing Investment

The Regulations Amending the Real Property (GST/HST) Regulations (SOR/2025-76) introduce changes to the Goods and Services Tax (GST) and Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) framework in...

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Ontario
Fighting Back Against U.S. Trade Aggression

Ontario Regulation 25/25, made under the Electricity Act, 1998, addresses a series of amendments designed to protect Ontario from the negative economic impacts of unjustified...

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Prince Edward Island
Making Eye Care More Accessible to Young Canadians

The Health and Dental Services Cost Assistance Regulations have been amended under the Health and Dental Services Cost Assistance Act. These changes introduce a series...

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Northwest Territories
Ophthalmic Medical Assisting in the Northwest Territories

The amendments to the Ophthalmic Medical Assistants Regulations, under the authority of the Ophthalmic Medical Assistants Act, are outlined in a series of adjustments designed...

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Manitoba
Help for Farmers: Updates to Wildlife Damage Insurance

The Wildlife Damage Compensation Regulation, amendment, M.R. 24/2025, modifies Manitoba Regulation 20/98 under The Wildlife Act, with changes to definitions, compensation eligibility, and administrative terminology....

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Quebec
New Consumer Protection Rule Lets Restaurants Charge for No-Shows

The draft regulation to amend the Regulation respecting the application of the Consumer Protection Act (CPA) introduces an exemption for restaurant service providers from the...

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Ontario
Electricity Rebate Reboot: Reduced Rates and Refined Eligibility

Ontario Regulation 24/25, made under the Ontario Rebate for Electricity Consumers Act, 2016, introduces amendments to Ontario Regulation 363/16 (General). This regulation primarily modifies eligibility...

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Nunavut
Updates to Vendor and Seller Regulations

The Consumer Protection Act R-004-2025 introduces a series of amendments to the Consumer Protection Regulations, originally set out in R.R.N.W.T. 1990, c.C-16. These modifications aim...

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Prince Edward Island
Fueling Compliance with Marked Gasoline Regulations

The Gasoline Tax Regulations Amendment (EC2025-251) outlines the detailed provisions surrounding the gasoline tax under the Gasoline Tax Act. These regulations intend to provide clarity...

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Canada
New Mortgage Rules: 30-Year Mortgages, Higher Limits, and Secondary Suites

The government introduced several amendments to the Eligible Mortgage Loan Regulations and the Insurable Housing Loan Regulations. These regulatory amendments were made pursuant to the...

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Canada
Standardized Suspension Notification for Firearms Licences

The Regulations Amending the Firearms Licences Regulations (Notice of Suspension) introduce modifications to the existing Firearms Licences Regulations to establish formal procedures for notifying firearms...

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Newfoundland & Labrador
Credit Unions Enabled to Offer Larger Loans

The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador has filed Regulation 30/25, amending the Credit Union Regulations, 2009 under the authority of the Credit Union Act, 2009....

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Quebec
Maximum Taxable Value on Agriculture Assessed Annually

The draft regulation concerning the maximum taxable value of agricultural land under the Act respecting municipal taxation proposes several changes to the frequency and methodology...

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Saskatchewan
Grazing Land Rent Calculations Change

On March 6, 2025, Order in Council 112/2025 introduced an amendment to The Provincial Lands (Agriculture) Regulations under The Provincial Lands Act, 2016. The amendment...

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Prince Edward Island
Expanding the Roles for RNs and RPNs

The Regulated Health Professions Act Registered Nurses and Registered Psychiatric Nurses Regulations Amendment introduces changes to the existing regulatory framework governing the professional responsibilities of...

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New Brunswick
Stricter Oversight for Insurance Agents

The Amendment Instrument to the Financial and Consumer Services Commission of New Brunswick Rule INS-001 introduces several modifications to the existing regulatory framework governing insurance...

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British Columbia
Roll Out of Comprehensive Hydrogen Rules

The British Columbia Energy Regulator has introduced the Hydrogen Facility Regulation to oversee the establishment and operation of hydrogen facilities. This regulation outlines various requirements,...

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Newfoundland & Labrador
Regulating Vehicle for Hire

The Town of Happy Valley-Goose Bay has enacted a Vehicle for Hire By-law under the authority of the Towns and Local Service Districts Act, SNL...

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Quebec
Ensuring Social Security Coverage Across Borders

Order in Council O.C. 200-2025 ratifies the Agreement between Québec and the Kingdom of Belgium, amending the existing Agreement on Social Security. The purpose of...

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Quebec
Immigration Amendment: Shorter Timelines, Bigger Impact

The Québec government has introduced an amendment to the Québec Immigration Regulation through Order in Council 154-2025. This amendment is authorized under section 15 of...

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Quebec
Tougher Exams and Training for Future Financial Advisors

The Minister of Finance amended the Regulation respecting the Issuance and Renewal of Representatives’ Certificates under the Act respecting the Distribution of Financial Products and...

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Newfoundland & Labrador
Expanded Authority for Burin Peninsula Service Board

The Newfoundland and Labrador Regulation 28/25 introduces amendments to the Burin Peninsula Regional Service Board Regulations under the authority of the Regional Service Boards Act,...

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Canada
NOTAM: Changing Notice to Airmen to Notice to Air Missions

The 2023 amendments to the Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs) address various issues identified by Transport Canada’s Aviation Safety Regulatory Review initiative and feedback from the...

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Canada
Restoring Opportunity for Former Canadian Forces Members

The Eligibility of Certain Former Members of the Canadian Forces Regulations (SOR/2025-25) is a legislative update aimed at addressing a technical issue that impacted the...

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Manitoba
A Broader Scope for Critical Incident Reporting

Manitoba Regulation 154/2015, known as The Critical Incident Reporting Regulation, has been amended to refine and expand its reporting requirements. The amendment introduces changes to...

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British Columbia
Minimum Wage Reforms and Annual Adjustments

The Employment Standards Regulation, B.C. Reg. 396/95, has been amended to reflect changes in various wage rates and ensure that these rates are adjusted annually...

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Nova Scotia
Strengthening Livestock Protection

The Designation of Insurable Crops and Livestock Regulations and the Livestock Price Insurance Plan Regulations in Nova Scotia were amended through legislative actions involving the...

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Quebec
Criminologists and the Duty of Integrity

The draft regulation for the "Code of Ethics of Criminologists" outlines the professional duties and ethical standards for criminologists in Quebec. It emphasizes the responsibility...

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Prince Edward Island
Protecting Temporary Foreign Workers and Regulating Recruiters

The Temporary Foreign Worker Protection Act General Regulations outline the procedures for licensing, regulating, and enforcing the activities of foreign worker recruiters in Prince Edward...

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Canada
China Tariffs and the Exceptions

The China Surtax Remission Order (2024), registered as SOR/2025-12, was enacted by the Government of Canada under section 115 of the Customs Tariff on January...

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Newfoundland & Labrador
Tax Breaks and Rule Changes for Vehicles, Gas, and Sugary…

The Newfoundland and Labrador Regulation 19/25, an amendment under the Revenue Administration Act, introduces several revisions to existing revenue administration regulations. These amendments affect various...

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Quebec
Redefining Student Life Services and Revising Learning Evaluations

The draft regulation to amend the Basic School Regulation for preschool, elementary, and secondary education introduces several modifications aimed at updating and improving the existing...

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Alberta
Oil & Gas Rules: Stricter Deposits, Greater Accountability

Alberta Regulation 12/2025 introduces amendments to the Oil and Gas Conservation Rules, updating security deposit requirements and modifying regulatory definitions and procedures. The regulation replaces...

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Ontario
Targeting Healthcare Talent with Immigration Changes

Ontario Regulation 15/25, made under the Ontario Immigration Act, 2015, introduces amendments to Ontario Regulation 422/17, which governs various aspects of the province's immigration framework....

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Newfoundland & Labrador
New Structure Improves Social Services for Children, Seniors, and Social…

The Newfoundland and Labrador Regulation 5/25, issued under the Executive Council Act, formally establishes the updated structure, powers, and responsibilities of the Department of Children,...

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Ontario
Binding Judicial Dispute Resolution in Family Court

Ontario Regulation 9/25, made under the Courts of Justice Act, amends Ontario Regulation 114/99, known as the Family Law Rules, to introduce updates to the...

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Quebec
Healthy Ethics: Dietitian Code of Conduct

On January 23, 2025, the Government of Quebec approved the Code of Ethics for dietitians, establishing the ethical duties and obligations dietitians must adhere to...

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Prince Edward Island
Becoming an Independent Student

The Education Act Student Regulations Amendment changes to the Education Act Student Regulations (EC531/16) under the Education Act R.S.P.E.I. 1988. The amendment primarily focuses on...

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Nova Scotia
Municipal Penalty Overhaul

The amendment to the Summary Offence Tickets Regulations, designated as N.S. Reg. 8/2025 was enacted under Section 8 of the Summary Proceedings Act, Chapter 450...

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Canada
Canada Cracks Down on a Repressive Foreign Government

The Regulations Amending the Special Economic Measures (Venezuela) Regulations (SOR/2025-1) were enacted under the Special Economic Measures Act in response to severe and ongoing human...

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Ontario
Justice, Streamlined: Major Changes to the Small Claims Process

Ontario Regulation 3/25, enacted under the Courts of Justice Act, introduces several amendments to the Rules of the Small Claims Court with the aim of...

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Quebec
Outfitter Licencing Framework

The 2025 Order 2025-0001, issued by the Minister of the Environment, the Fight Against Climate Change, Wildlife and Parks of Québec, enacts the Regulation respecting...

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Manitoba
Amendments to Driving Training School Regulations

Manitoba Regulation 5/2025, which amends the Driver Training Schools, Driving Instructors, and Training Vehicles Regulation (Manitoba Regulation 46/2006), introduces various updates to the existing framework...

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Manitoba
New Certification Paths for Ice Facility Operators

The Manitoba Regulation 9/2025 amends the Power Engineers Regulation (Manitoba Regulation 40/92) under the Power Engineers Act, bringing changes to the certification and operation requirements...

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Quebec
The End of Non-Compliant E-Bikes, E-Scooters, and Such

Order 2024-24 of the Minister of Transport and Sustainable Mobility addresses the use of specific two- or three-wheeled motor vehicles on public highways in Québec....

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Quebec
Reporting Guidelines for Life Insurance Invested in Segregated Funds

Order number 2025-01, issued by the Minister of Finance pertains to the regulation concerning the information to be provided to holders of individual variable insurance...

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Newfoundland & Labrador
Family Violence Protection Rule Amendments

The Provincial Court Family Violence Protection Rules were amended under the Provincial Court Act, 1991making several changes to the existing regulations. These updates are designed...

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British Columbia
New Rules for Short-Term Rentals

The Short-Term Rental Accommodations Act, S.B.C. 2023, c. 32, introduced a framework for regulating short-term rental accommodations in the province. The provisions cover various aspects,...

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Prince Edward Island
Cracking Down on Tobacco Flavors

The amendment to the Tobacco and Electronic Smoking Device Sales and Access Act Regulations, introduces significant updates to improve tobacco control measures in Prince Edward...

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Alberta
Wind and Solar Energy Impacted by Increased Regulatory Control

Alberta Regulation 222/2024, enacted under the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act, introduces amendments to the Activities Designation Regulation (AR 276/2003) to address renewable energy operations,...

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Canada
Evolving Regulations for Public Service Employees

The Regulations Amending the Public Service Employment Regulations (SOR/2024-295) represent significant updates to the Public Service Employment Regulations (PSER) under the Public Service Employment Act...

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Canada
Canada Deposit Insurance Corporation Overhauls Premium Categories

The Canada Deposit Insurance Corporation (CDIC) has proposed a new Differential Premiums By-law. The By-law aims to modernize the framework for determining premiums paid by...

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Alberta
Increased Standards for the Child Care Sector

The Early Learning and Child Care Amendment Regulation (Alberta Regulation 223/2024) introduces comprehensive changes to the existing framework governing early learning and child care in...

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Canada
Egg Market Gets New 2025 Federal Limits

The Regulations Amending the Canadian Egg Marketing Agency Quota Regulations, 1986 (SOR/2024-288) under the authority of the Farm Products Agencies Act follows the establishment of...

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Canada
Firearms Classification Record-Keeping Simplified

The Regulations Repealing the Firearms Records Regulations (Classification) (SOR/2024-276) reflects the Canadian government's decision to remove specific record-keeping requirements under the Firearms Act. The repeal...

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Quebec
Higher Wages for Election Officials

The draft Regulation amending the Regulation respecting the tariff of remuneration payable for municipal elections and referendums seeks to adjust the remuneration provided to officials...

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Quebec
New Rules for Apprentices in the Automotive Industry

The proposed amendments to the Decree respecting the automotive services industry in the Québec region, pursuant to the Act respecting collective agreement decrees, seek to...

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Manitoba
New Regulation Supports Life-Saving Actions

Regulation 1/2025 amends the Regulated Health Professions General Regulation, Manitoba Regulation 189/2013, by introducing a new section, 13.1, concerning first responders. The purpose of this...

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Manitoba
Important Changes to Off-Road Vehicle Insurance Laws

The Off-Road Vehicle Insurance Coverage Regulation, Manitoba Regulation 139/2000, has undergone amendments through Regulation 3/2025. These changes include a series of updates to various provisions...

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Ontario
Tires and Accountability: A Circular Economy Upgrade

Ontario Regulation 555/24, made under the Resource Recovery and Circular Economy Act, 2016, amends Ontario Regulation 225/18 regarding tire collection and management in Ontario. This...

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Quebec
Shifts in Pension Plans for Federal Employees

T.B. 231645 outlines amendments to the Pension Plan for federal employees who have transferred to employment under the Gouvernement du Québec. This plan operates under...

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Ontario
Tightening Battery Recovery Standards

Ontario Regulation 556/24, made under the Resource Recovery and Circular Economy Act, 2016, introduces amendments to Ontario Regulation 30/20 concerning the management of batteries. These...

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