Anhydrous Ammonia

Over the past few years, Transport Canada has been working on amending the Transportation of Dangerous Goods Regulations. One of the proposed amendments would affect the transportation of anhydrous ammonia …

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CUSMA Consultation

The Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement goes under a joint review in 2026. Global Affairs Canada launched a consultation and sought feedback from Canadians about the trade agreement. Manitoba producers rely heavily …

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Planning Legislation Review

In 2024, the provincial government began a consultation reviewing potential changes to planning and development legislation. The review looked at previous amendments made to the Planning Act and the City …

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Right to Repair Consultation

Innovation, Science, and Economic Development Canada launched a right to repair consultation. The consultation follows Budget 2024’s announcement of developing a repairability policy. The right to repair is about the …

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CN/CPKC Labor Dispute

Collective bargaining negotiations between CN, CPKC, and Teamsters Canada Rail Conference began in late 2023. Teamsters Canada Rail Conference represents 9000 railway workers at both CN and CPKC. The union …

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Disaster Financial Assistance Program

In July 2024, the Government of Manitoba began a consultation on improving the Disaster Financial Assistance program. This cost-sharing program between the federal and provincial governments provides financial assistance to …

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Plant Breeders’ Rights Consultation

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency undertook a consultation seeking feedback on proposed amendments to the Plant Breeders’ Rights Regulations. The Plant Breeders’ Rights Act and Regulations provide intellectual property rights …

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Safe Food for Canadians Act

Every five years, the Safe Food for Canadians Act undergoes a review to assess the effectiveness of the legislation. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency administers the Act, which deals with …

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