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Ottawa releases consultation reports on forced-labour rules

Two federal reports summarize feedback on proposed measures to strengthen Canada’s forced-labour import ban and supply-chain due-diligence rules.

Oct 9, 2026 1 min read

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Ottawa opens charity-sector consultation through December 3

Finance Canada and the Canada Revenue Agency are seeking feedback on registration, digital service, compliance and appeal processes for registered charities.

Oct 9, 2026 1 min read

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Business

Ottawa announces rebates of up to $10,000 for home heat pumps

The federal government has announced a $2-billion retrofit package, including proposed heat-pump rebates of up to $10,000 for eligible lower-income households.

Oct 9, 2026 1 min read

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Canada

Anand heads to Iceland for Arctic security and trade talks

Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand will visit Reykjavík on October 8 and 9 for the Arctic Circle Assembly and meetings with Icelandic leaders.

Oct 8, 2026 1 min read

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Business

Canada raises $2 billion in seventh green-bond issue

Canada has priced a $2-billion, 10-year green bond, bringing total federal green-bond issuance since 2022 to $19.5 billion.

Oct 8, 2026 1 min read

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Business

Ottawa introduces Bill S-7 to reduce federal red tape

The proposed law would amend statutes and regulations across 11 departments and agencies, but must still pass Parliament.

Oct 8, 2026 1 min read