Ottawa – The Department of Finance hosted a recurring briefing with Canadian industry and labour stakeholders, as well as provincial and territorial representatives, on Canada-U.S. economic issues. Canada’s Embassy in the U.S. also joined the call. The discussion focused on the recent tariff actions by the U.S., including the International Emergency Economic Powers Act invoked on April 2 to apply “reciprocal tariffs” …
Ottawa – Chris Forbes, Deputy Minister of Finance, hosted a second briefing with Canadian industry and labour stakeholders, and provincial and territorial representatives on Canada-U.S. economic issues. Canada’s Deputy Ambassador to the United States of America, Arun Alexander, also joined the call. During this session, officials discussed the latest actions taken by U.S. President Trump, including the memorandum concerning an …
Ottawa – Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, issued the following statement in response to China’s anti-dumping investigation into Canadian canola seed exports: “Our canola producers work tirelessly to deliver top-quality products to Canadians, and the world. Their products meet the highest standards, our inspection systems are robust, and we adhere to rules-based trade. Today, China initiated an anti-dumping investigation …
Toronto – The City of Toronto is inviting residents and industry members to share their views on the vehicle-for-hire regulations at a series of virtual and in-person public consultations Wednesday, June 12 through Wednesday, June 25. The Licensing of Vehicles-for-Hire Bylaw regulates vehicles-for-hire (taxicabs and limousines) and private transportation companies (such as Uber and Lyft) in Toronto. Under the bylaw, industry members …
Ottawa – On January 5, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the state of Florida’s plan to import select Canadian prescription drugs in bulk. The Government of Canada is taking all necessary action to safeguard the drug supply and ensure Canadians have access to the prescription drugs they need and has been clear in its position: bulk importation …
TORONTO – Today, the Ontario government released The Future of the Great Lakes Economy: Ontario’s Marine Transportation Strategy, outlining actions the province will take to strengthen Ontario’s position as a leader in marine transportation. Part of the government’s plan to build Ontario, the strategy will create more jobs, trade and economic opportunities for the future. “Linking to our railway and road …
