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Manitoba
Reforming Teacher Qualifications

The amendment to the Teaching Certificates and Qualifications Regulation, under the Education Administration Act in Manitoba (Regulation 109/2024), introduces several updates impacting teacher certification requirements...

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Newfoundland & Labrador
From Pay to Perks: Councillor Compensation Rules

The Newfoundland and Labrador Councillor Remuneration and Reimbursement Regulations under the Towns and Local Service Districts Act (Regulation 70/24), filed on October 24, 2024, establishes...

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Quebec
Cybersecurity Resilience Among Financial Institutions

Order 2024-13, issued by the Minister of Finance on October 7, 2024, establishes a regulation focused on managing and reporting information security incidents by certain...

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Quebec
Oversight in Derivatives Trading

On October 11, 2024, the Minister of Finance issued Order number 2024-15, which concerns amendments to Regulation 91-507. This regulation governs Trade Repositories and Derivatives...

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Ontario
Statutory Accident Benefits

Ontario Regulation 383/24, made under the Insurance Act introduces amendments to Ontario Regulation 34/10, particularly in relation to the Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule. Effective July...

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Alberta
Electricity Rate of Last Resort

Alberta Regulation 166/2024, known as the Regulated Rate Option Amendment Regulation revises the existing Regulated Rate Option Regulation (AR 262/2005) by introducing new terms, definitions,...

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Prince Edward Island
Regulating Off-Highway Vehicles

On October 8, 2024, the Lieutenant Governor in Council approved amendments to the Off-Highway Vehicle Act Regulations (EC2024-916), aimed at updating and clarifying the regulations...

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Quebec
Automobile Insurance Contributions

The "Notice of Automobile Insurance Act (Chapter A-25) Insurance Contributions – Amendment" outlines changes made by the Société de l’assurance automobile du Québec (SAAQ) to...

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Nova Scotia
Shifting from Compensation to Counselling for Crime Victims

On October 8, 2024, Nova Scotia enacted two regulations, N.S. Reg. 212/2024 and N.S. Reg. 213/2024, which are amendments to the Criminal Injuries Compensation Regulations...

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Canada
Timber Dimension Measuring Devices

On September 20, 2024, the Government of Canada registered the "Regulations Amending the Weights and Measures Regulations" under the Weights and Measures Act (SOR/2024-183). This...

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Prince Edward Island
Improving Animal Welfare Standards

The recent amendment to the Animal Welfare Act in Prince Edward Island, effective October 19, 2024, introduces revisions to the Animal Welfare Regulations (EC2024-917). These...

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Alberta
Improving Effectiveness in Policing

Alberta Regulation 156/2024 outlines a framework for police governance under the Police Act. Established by the Lieutenant Governor in Council, this regulation reflects changes made...

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Manitoba
AgriInsurance Program

The "AgriInsurance Regulation, M.R. 102/2024" is a legislative framework established under The Manitoba Agricultural Services Corporation Act, designed to provide a production insurance program for...

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Canada
Unfair Competition from Chinese Electric Vehicles

The China Surtax Order (2024) introduces a trade measure aimed at countering unfair competition from Chinese electric vehicles (EVs) within the Canadian market. This order...

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Newfoundland & Labrador
Regulating Mortgage Brokers and Mortgage Brokerages

The Newfoundland and Labrador Regulation 2024 (Regulation 66/24) governs mortgage brokerages and brokers under the Mortgage Brokerages and Brokers Act establishes comprehensive guidelines for the...

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Quebec
Changes to Minimum Wage in the Cartage Industry

O.C. 1450-2024 issued on September 25, 2024 outlines amendments to the collective agreement decrees governing the cartage industry within the Quebec region, operating under the...

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Canada
Adding 65 New Fish Stocks for Management and Conservation

The proposed Regulations Amending the Fishery (General) Regulations authorized under the Fisheries Act and sponsored by the Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO) aim to...

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Ontario
Strengthening Farmers Rights Against Trespassing

Ontario Regulation 374/24, made under the Security from Trespass and Protecting Food Safety Act, 2020, introduces amendments aimed at clarifying and refining existing regulations. These...

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Prince Edward Island
Teacher Certification and Standards

The amendment to the Education Act concerning Teacher Certification and Standards Regulations (EC2024-889), approved by the Lieutenant Governor in Council on October 1, 2024, introduces...

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Manitoba
Apprenticeships for Hairstylists

The "Trade of Hairstylist Regulation" amendment, M.R. 98/2024 introduces changes to Manitoba Regulation 251/2014, which governs hairstylist training and certification under the Apprenticeship and Certification...

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Newfoundland & Labrador
Chemical and Global Warming Potentials (GWPs)

The Newfoundland and Labrador Regulation 64/24, formally known as the "Management of Greenhouse Gas Reporting Regulations (Amendment)" under the Management of Greenhouse Gas Act, was...

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Nova Scotia
Introducing Habitable Rooms and Tiny Houses into the Building Code

Nova Scotia Building Code Regulations, N.S. Reg. 198/2024, introduces an update to the province’s building code framework, effective April 1, 2025. This order repeals the...

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Saskatchewan
Oversight of Derivatives Transactions

The Saskatchewan Securities Commission recently updated regulations under The Securities Act, 1988, to align with Multilateral Instrument (MI) 93-101, which focuses on business conduct in...

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Ontario
Regulating Vegetable Processing Negotiations

Ontario Regulation 362/24, an amendment to Regulation 440 of R.R.O. 1990 under the Farm Products Marketing Act, introduces significant changes to the regulation of vegetable...

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Prince Edward Island
Granting the Chief Electrical Inspector More Authority

The Electrical Inspection Act regulations have been amended by regulation EC2024-874, these revisions to the Electrical Inspection and Code Regulations are to align with the...

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Saskatchewan
Specialized v. Basic Uniforms in Municipal Policing

The Municipal Police Clothing and Rank Amendment Regulations, 2024, officially titled as such, were established under the Saskatchewan Police Act, 1990, and filed on September...

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Nunavut
Updating Standards for Boilers and Pressure Vessels

The "Boilers and Pressure Vessels Act" (R-026-2024), registered on September 12, 2024, introduces amendments to the Boilers and Pressure Vessels Regulations, N.W.T. Reg. R-006-93. These...

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Northwest Territories
Alcohol-Free Zone at Annual General Assembly and Annual Hand Games…

The "Wrigley Temporary Prohibition Order," issued on September 4, 2024, under the Liquor Act (R-086-2024), responds to a request made by the Pehdzeh Ki First...

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Prince Edward Island
Expanding Beyond Traditional Pharmacy Tasks

The "EC2024-870 Pharmacy Act General Regulations Amendment" introduces important updates to the Pharmacy Act regulations in Prince Edward Island, focusing on modernizing definitions, operational requirements,...

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Ontario
Revise Rules and Geographic Definitions for Wine-Growing Regions

Ontario Regulation 359/24 amends Ontario Regulation 406/00, which sets the rules for Vintners Quality Alliance (VQA) wines in Ontario. These amendments bring in new restrictions...

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Newfoundland & Labrador
Framework for Regulating Pharmacy Practice

On September 27, 2024, the Board of Directors of the College of Pharmacy of Newfoundland and Labrador, with the approval of the Minister of Health...

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Canada
Authorizations to Carry Restricted Firearms No Longer CFO Responsibility

The Regulations Amending the Authorizations to Carry Restricted Firearms and Certain Handguns Regulations (SOR/2024-176) under the Firearms Act and are designed to reflect changes in...

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Canada
Optional Survivor Benefit for Canadian Forces

The Regulations Amending the Canadian Forces Superannuation Regulations, registered as SOR/2024-175 aim to rectify various inconsistencies and outdated provisions within the Canadian Forces Superannuation Regulations...

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New Brunswick
Oversight of Apple Production and Marketing

The "Licensing and Fees Order #2024-01" of the Apple Growers of New Brunswick was enacted under the Natural Products Act SNB 1999, c N-1.2, to...

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British Columbia
Derivatives and Business Conduct

The regulatory framework established by the British Columbia Securities Commission (BCSC) concerning the business conduct of derivatives firms specifically addressing National Instrument 93-101, titled "Derivatives:...

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British Columbia
Restricting Activities of Dietitians

The Dietitians Regulation under the British Columbia Health Professions Act, first established by B.C. Reg. 279/2008, has been amended through a Ministerial Order issued on...

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Quebec
Diversify Energy Supply and Integrate Renewable Energy Sources

The Order in Council (O.C.) 1376-2024 deals with the implementation of a regulation under the Act respecting the Régie de l'énergie (chapter R-6.01) to establish...

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Quebec
Harmonizing Financial Market Oversight Across Multiple Regulatory Frameworks

M.D., 2024-12: Ministerial Order on the Amendment of the Derivatives Regulation amends the Derivatives Regulation under the Derivatives Act (chapter I-14.01), a legal framework governing...

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Saskatchewan
Adult Basic Education Programs

The Training Programs Regulations, 2024, filed under the Post-Secondary Education and Skills Training Act, 2022, introduce several updates and procedures concerning adult education programs in...

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Ontario
Administration and Cost-Sharing of Assistance Programs

Ontario Regulation 341/24, enacted under the Ontario Works Act of 1997, introduces amendments to Ontario Regulation 135/98, particularly concerning the administration and cost-sharing of assistance...

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Alberta
Management, Disclosure, and Updating of Student Records

Alberta Regulation 151/2024, known as the Student Record Amendment Regulation, was filed on August 30, 2024, under the Education Act. Established by the Minister of...

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Ontario
Gasoline Volatility Standards

Ontario Regulation 335/24, made under the Environmental Protection Act and filed on August 30, 2024, introduces amendments to Ontario Regulation 271/91, which addresses gasoline volatility...

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Canada
Solvency Reserve Accounts and Multi-Employer Pension Plans

Regulations Amending the Pension Benefits Standards Regulations, 1985 (Solvency Reserve Accounts and Multi-Employer Pension Plans) outlines proposed amendments designed to improve the financial flexibility and...

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Quebec
Primary Care Services Via Remote or Virtual Means

Ministerial Order (M.O.) 2024-016, dated August 23, 2024, was enacted under the authority of the Minister of Health of Quebec. This order, titled “Regulation respecting...

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Canada
How Many Eggs in Your Basket: Federal Quotas for Egg…

The "Regulations Amending the Canadian Egg Marketing Agency Quota Regulations, 1986: SOR/2024-171" were issued under the authority of the Farm Products Agencies Act and published...

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Canada
Restricting the Importation of Russian Diamonds

The Regulations Amending the Special Economic Measures (Russia) Regulations (SOR/2024-172), registered on August 30, 2024, under the Special Economic Measures Act, aim to strengthen Canada’s...

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Ontario
Operational Aspects of Liquor Sales in Grocery Stores and Wine…

Ontario Regulation 339/24 which governs liquor sales licensing in the province. The regulation introduces several changes to clarify and update the operational aspects of liquor...

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British Columbia
Regulating Washrooms at Construction Sites

The order, effective October 1, 2024, modifies the British Columbia Occupational Health and Safety Regulation, B.C. Reg. 296/97, under the authority of the Workers Compensation...

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Prince Edward Island
The Operation and Inspection of Boilers and Pressure Vessels

The Boilers and Pressure Vessels Act Regulations Amendment (EC2024-795), approved on August 27, 2024, introduces several modifications to the existing regulations governing the operation and...

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Saskatchewan
The Settlement of Mutual Fund Transactions

The Saskatchewan Regulations 65/2024, enacted under the Securities Act of 1988, specifically amend the Securities Commission (Adoption of National Instruments) Regulations to improve clarity and...

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