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Curiosity Alert: As of September 8, 2025, the Bank of Canada officially began supervising nearly 1,500 Payment Service Providers (PSPs) under the Retail Payment Activities Act (RPAA), marking a major shift in Canada’s digital payments landscape. What’s Being...

The Government of Canada has announced significant investments in Northern Ontario, introducing new measures to protect, build, and transform Canada’s workforce. This initiative targets workforce development, skill enhancement, and job security across key sectors,...

Atlantic Canada Gets $80M Boost: What It Means for Your Business Prime Minister Carney has unveiled a strategic $80 million investment from the Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI) to support businesses in Atlantic Canada.  This funding aims to assist industries...

September 03, 2025 — Canada and Ontario are investing up to $14.6 million into the Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program (RALP)—accelerating long-term resilience and sustainability across Ontario’s farmlands. What’s in the Funding Mix? $9.6M for the RALP Marginal...

The Canada Gazette, Part I (Volume 159, No. 36), on September 6, 2025, is updated —and packed with proposed regulations, appointments, and public notices that could shape your next strategic move. Why this matters: Catching these updates early helps you stay informed...

September 5, 2025 — The Competition Bureau has launched a pivotal market study on competition in financing for Canada’s small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs). Recognizing that SMEs drive over 98% of Canadian employment, the Bureau is now soliciting public feedback...

The Ontario Energy Board (OEB) has named Geoff Owen as its new Board Chair, effective July 31, 2025. Recommended by Ontario’s Minister of Energy and Mines, Owen steps into this leadership role at a crucial time, guiding the OEB through the implementation of the...

September 8, 2025 — The Government of Canada and Quebec have announced new commitments to strengthen economic growth and innovation across the province. This collaboration highlights the role of Canada’s Federal and Provincial governments in shaping the future of...

As corporations grow and evolve, so does the amount of information they need to manage. Whether it's keeping up with industry trends, monitoring regulatory changes, or tracking competitor activity, staying on top of the topics that matter is crucial for success....

As a government relations professional, it's essential to stay up-to-date on legislative changes and committee activities that could affect your organization or clients. With the constant stream of bills and committee meetings, manually monitoring them all can be an...