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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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Quebec
Protecting Public Interest in Housing Sales

The 2024 Act to amend various legislative provisions with respect to housing, which includes specific changes to the alienation (sale or transfer) of immovable properties,...

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Canada
Canada’s Offshore Renewable Potential

The Canada Offshore Renewable Energy Regulations (SOR/2024-272) provide a comprehensive framework for regulating offshore renewable energy (ORE) projects and offshore power lines in Canada's federal...

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Nunavut
The Road to Recovery: Rebuilding Governance

On December 4, 2024, the Chief Legislative Counsel registered Hamlets Act R-034-2024, an order repealing the Kinngait Municipal Supervision Order. This legislative action was based...

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Alberta
From Fields to Turbines: Planning for Energy Coexistence

Alberta Regulation 203/2024, titled the Electric Energy Land Use and Visual Assessment Regulation, was introduced under the Alberta Utilities Commission Act. This regulation governs land...

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Ontario
Bridging Boards for Community Policing

Ontario Regulation 516/24, enacted under the Community Safety and Policing Act, 2019, addresses transitional matters related to the Nishnawbe Aski Police Service Board (NAPSB). The...

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Quebec
The End of Internal Combustion Engine Motor Vehicles

The regulation in question is aimed at reducing the environmental impact of motor vehicles and internal combustion engines in Québec. It lays out specific prohibitions...

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Newfoundland & Labrador
Changes in Disability Benefits

The Disability Benefit Regulations under the Income Tax Act, 2000, also known as Newfoundland and Labrador Regulation 102/24, were established to provide a monthly disability...

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Canada
Aligning with Global Safeguards

The 30-day consultation period running until January 20, 2025, concerns proposed amendments to Canada’s Export Control List (ECL) under the Export and Import Permits Act...

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Canada
Cracking Down on Immigration Fraud

The 45-day consultation period for proposed regulatory amendments under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA) and Citizenship Act (CA) is open until February 4,...

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Canada
Adjusted Postage Rates Reflect Evolving Service Demands

The Regulations Amending Certain Regulations Made Under the Canada Post Corporation Act (SOR/2024-262) address critical financial challenges confronting Canada Post, stemming from declining letter mail...

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Ontario
Fire Safety Extension for Long-Term Care Homes

Ontario Regulation 505/24, Compliance Extension for Long-Term Care Homes, under the Fire Protection and Prevention Act, 1997, establishes a compliance extension for long-term care homes...

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Ontario
Cutting Risks of Zoonotic Disease Spread

Ontario Regulation 495/24, filed on December 6, 2024, under the Health Protection and Promotion Act, introduces several amendments to Regulation 557 of the Revised Regulations...

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Ontario
Modernizing Access to Trades and Professions

Ontario Regulation 479/24 amends Ontario Regulation 261/22 under the Fair Access to Regulated Professions and Compulsory Trades Act, 2006. The amendment introduces several key provisions...

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Ontario
Ensuring Qualified Support in Long-Term Care

Ontario Regulation 471/24, enacted under the Fixing Long-Term Care Act, 2021, amends the existing Ontario Regulation 246/22 to refine standards and qualifications for personal support...

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Quebec
Extending Bridge Toll Suspension Period

On December 10, 2024, the Minister of Transport and Sustainable Mobility issued Ministerial Order 2024-21 under the Highway Safety Code to extend the suspension of...

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Nova Scotia
Provincial Winter Parking Bans

The Winter Parking Ban Regulations, made under subsection 202(1) of Chapter 293 of the Revised Statutes of Nova Scotia, 1989, the Motor Vehicle Act. These...

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Manitoba
Safety and Compliance for Regulated Vehicles

The Regulated Vehicles (Safety Fitness, Operator Identification and Records and Vehicle Exemptions) Regulation, M.R. 132/2024 is a regulation enacted under The Highway Traffic Act, C.C.S.M....

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Canada
Sable Island’s Regulatory Shift to Parks Canada

The Regulations Repealing the Sable Island Regulations (Miscellaneous Program) were enacted under subsection 274(2) of the Canada Shipping Act, 2001 (CSA 2001), following the recommendation...

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Canada
Technical Tax Amendments Modernize Pension Rules and Investments

The Regulations Amending the Income Tax Regulations (Technical Amendments), SOR/2024-231 aim to address several identified issues in the Income Tax Regulations by making 46 technical...

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Canada
Overhauling Animal Destruction Compensation Rules

The Regulations Amending the Compensation for Destroyed Animals Regulations (SOR/2024-224) addresses issues identified during the 2022–2024 outbreak of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in Canada....

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Ontario
Changes in Rules and Permits for Mineral Recovery

Ontario Regulation 463/24, made under the Mining Act, addresses the process and requirements for the recovery of minerals from lands under specific conditions. The regulation...

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Ontario
Ensuring Compliance with Surety Bonds in Land Use Planning

Ontario Regulation 461/24, enacted under the Planning Act sets out detailed provisions regarding the use of surety bonds in land use planning matters. This regulation...

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Nunavut
Building Equity in Legislative Salaries

The Legislative Assembly and Executive Council Act Amending Regulations, 2024 introduces revisions to Schedule C of the Legislative Assembly and Executive Council Act, refining the...

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Alberta
Building Accountability: Police Governance Redefined

Alberta Regulation 174/2024, Police Governance (Ministerial) Regulation under the Police Act, establishes guidelines for the structure and function of policing committees across Alberta. This regulation...

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Quebec
Justice Specialization: Establishing a Court for Sexual and Domestic Violence

On November 18, 2024, the Minister of Justice of Québec issued Order 5309, which formally established a specialized court dedicated to addressing cases of sexual...

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Quebec
Updating Rules for Health Data Sharing

The Minister of Health's Order 2024-021 amends the Regulation respecting access authorizations and the duration of use of information held in a health information bank...

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Manitoba
School Funding Overhaul

Manitoba Regulation 27/2024 introduces amendments to the Funding of Schools Program Regulation (160/2022), updating critical aspects of the funding framework for the 2023-2024 academic year....

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Prince Edward Island
Raising the Bar on Recreational Camp Hygiene

The amendment to the Public Health Act Recreational Camp Regulations (EC416/15) introduces stringent new measures to improve hygiene and sanitation in recreational camps. These updates,...

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Ontario
New Rules, Same Mission: Update for Special Constables

Ontario Regulation 450/24, made under the Community Safety and Policing Act, 2019, introduces amendments to Ontario Regulation 87/24, focusing on training requirements for special constables....

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Newfoundland & Labrador
Supporting Seniors in Remote Labrador Regions

The Coastal Labrador Seniors' Food and Heating Supplement Regulations under the authority of section 68 of the Income Tax Act, 2000, establishes a financial support...

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Canada
Safer Tents Safer Adventures

The Tents Regulations (SOR/2024-217), issued under the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act (CCPSA), update safety standards for tents to address modern material flammability risks and...

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Canada
Driving Hemp Research and Promotion

The Canadian Industrial Hemp Promotion-Research Agency Proclamation, SOR/2024-220, under the Farm Products Agencies Act, establishes a national body dedicated to promoting and advancing industrial hemp...

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Ontario
Tightening the Reins on Business Immigration

Ontario Regulation 439/24, enacted under the Ontario Immigration Act, 2015, introduces amendments to Ontario Regulation 422/17, which governs immigration and business establishment in the province....

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Yukon
Assisting in Fertility Travel Costs

The Travel for Medical Treatment Regulations (2024), officially amended under O.I.C. 2024/163, introduces updates to financial assistance policies related to travel for medical care, particularly...

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Quebec
Simplifying Food Safety and Distribution Regulations

The amendment to the Regulation respecting food, outlined in the O.C. 1562-2024 introduces a series of changes aimed at improving food safety, regulatory efficiency, and...

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Nova Scotia
Increased Withdrawal Percentage of Life Income Funds

N.S. Reg. 232/2024 amends the Pension Benefits Regulations under the Pension Benefits Act (Chapter 41 of the Acts of 2011). The amendment introduces changes to...

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Newfoundland & Labrador
Setting Qualification Standards for Medical Radiation Technicians

The Medical Radiation Technologists Regulations under the Health Professions Act (78/24) establishes guidelines for the registration and regulation of medical radiation technologists in the province....

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Canada
Changes to the Output-Based Pricing System (OBPS) Regulations

On November 9, 2024, the Department of the Environment issued a notice regarding proposed amendments to the Output-Based Pricing System (OBPS) Regulations under the Greenhouse...

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Canada
Paris Commitments and Oil and Gas Sector Greenhouse Gas Emissions…

The Department of the Environment and the Department of Health issued a notice proposing regulations to cap greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from Canada’s oil and...

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Manitoba
Revamping Turkey Quotas: New Rules for Producers

Manitoba Regulation 114/2024 introduces significant updates to the management of turkey production quotas in Manitoba. This amendment modifies the original Turkey Quota Order (Regulation 38/2008)...

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Quebec
New School Bus Rules: Greener Rides for School Kids

Order in Council (O.C.) 1553-2024 issued on October 23, 2024 amends the regulations governing road vehicles used for school transportation, as per the Transport Act,...

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Canada
Loan Forgiveness for Healthcare Professionals Working in Under-Served Rural and…

Recent amendments to the Canada Student Loans Regulations and Canada Student Financial Assistance Regulations aim to broaden the scope of loan forgiveness for healthcare professionals...

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Prince Edward Island
New Regulations to Strengthen Credit Union Security and Stability

The recent amendment to the Credit Unions Act General Regulations, approved on October 25, 2024, establishes new regulatory standards governing unclaimed balances, borrowing restrictions, equity...

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Ontario
Stabilizing Pensions: A Breakdown of Target Benefit Regulations

Ontario Regulation 386/24, enacted on October 10, 2024, establishes new guidelines and requirements for pension plans offering "target benefits" in Ontario. This regulation falls under...

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Quebec
Rules Governing Ownership and Securities Holdings

Order in Council (O.C. 1519-2024) amends Quebec’s financial regulations, specifically impacting the rules governing ownership and securities holding for various financial institutions. This order amends...

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Nova Scotia
Clear Rules, Stronger Integrity: Rules for Municipal Leaders

On October 15, 2024, the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing for the Province of Nova Scotia, introduced N.S. Reg. 218/2024 under the Halifax Regional...

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Alberta
New Guidelines for Municipal Political Parties

Alberta Regulation 170/2024 establishes guidelines for local political parties and slates involved in municipal elections in cities like Calgary and Edmonton, under the framework of...

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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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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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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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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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