Pension Funding Framework Review November 23, 2017 The CBA comments on the Nova Scotia government's pension funding framework review and advocates sustainability, clarity and harmonization in considering any changes to the funding model.
Filing Fees for Merger Reviews November 22, 2017 The CBA comments on the Competition Bureau's proposal to increase filling fees for merger reviews.
Coalition for Small Business Tax Fairness Feedback on Revised Tax Proposals for Private Corporations November 22, 2017 While the Coalition for Small Business Tax Fairness welcomes some movement to proposed tax rules for Canadian-controlled private corporations, more consultation is needed to understand and address the consequences of the complex proposals.
Medical Inadmissibility of Immigrants November 17, 2017 The CBA says application of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for medical inadmissibility must be consistent with the Canadian Charter of Rights and international human rights standards.
GST/HST Amendments - Investment Limited Partnerships November 09, 2017 The CBA makes recommendations to clarify proposed GST/HST changes on services provided by general partners to partnerships engaged in investment activities.
Bill S-224 — Canada Prompt Payment Act November 09, 2017 The CBA urges the federal government to conduct broad stakeholder consultation before the House of Commons considers Senate Bill S-224 (government payments under construction contracts)
Bill C-58, Access to Information Act Amendments October 31, 2017 The CBA comments on Bill C-58, addressing changes to the Access to Information Act, proactive publication, and solicitor-client privilege.
Bill C-51 — Criminal Code: Sexual Assault amendments October 30, 2017 The CBA cautions that Bill C-51 will not improve justice for either complainants or accused in sexual assault cases, and highlights sections likely to attract constitutional scrutiny.
Asylum Seekers – Policy and Legislative Options October 25, 2017 The CBA suggests ways to address the recent influx of asylum seekers arriving in Canada from the US, balancing border integrity and Canadian security with refuge and protection for people in need.
Statutory Review of Canada's Anti-Spam Law October 23, 2017 The CBA says that Canada's Anti-Spam Law must strike a balance between protecting consumers from unwanted, deceptive and damaging commercial electronic messages and allowing businesses to compete in a global marketplace.