Canada Gazette, Part I, Volume 146, Number 2: GOVERNMENT NOTICES
January 14, 2012
DEPARTMENT OF THE ENVIRONMENT
CANADIAN ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ACT, 1999
Ministerial Condition No. 16579
Whereas the Minister of the Environment and the Minister of Health have assessed information pertaining to the substance Substituted alkane, alkyl, reaction products with bisphenol A-epichlorohydrin polymer and diethylene triamine;
And whereas the ministers suspect that the substance is toxic or capable of becoming toxic,
The Minister of the Environment, pursuant to paragraph 84(1)(a) of the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999, hereby permits the manufacture or import of the substance in accordance with the conditions of the following annex.
PETER KENT
Minister of the Environment
ANNEX
Conditions
(Paragraph 84(1)(a) of the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999)
1. The following definitions apply in these ministerial conditions:
“notifier” means the person who has, on September 12, 2011, provided to the Minister of the Environment the prescribed information concerning the substance, in accordance with subsection 81(1) of the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999.
“substance” means Substituted alkane, alkyl, reaction products with bisphenol A-epichlorohydrin polymer and diethylene triamine.
“waste” includes effluents resulting from rinsing transport vessels, storage vessels or blending vessels that contained the substance, process effluents, and any residual amounts of the substance.
2. The notifier may manufacture or import the substance in accordance with the present ministerial conditions.
Restriction
3. The notifier may import the substance to use it only as follows or to transfer it to a person who the notifier has reason to believe will use it only as follows:
- (a) a component of coatings for vehicle and equipment refinishing operations in any amounts; or
- (b) a component of coatings for original equipment manufacturing operations, when the amount of the substance being used is less than 5 000 kg per year per site.
4. At least 120 days prior to beginning manufacturing the substance in Canada, the notifier shall inform the Minister of the Environment, in writing, and provide the following information:
- (a) the information specified in item 5 of Schedule 10 to the New Substances Notification Regulations (Chemicals and Polymers);
- (b) the information specified in paragraph 11(c) of Schedule 11 to those Regulations;
- (c) a brief description of the manufacturing process that details the reactants and monomers used, reaction stoichiometry, nature (batch or continuous) and scale of the process;
- (d) a flow diagram of the manufacturing process that includes features such as process tanks, holding tanks and distillation towers; and
- (e) a brief description of the major steps in manufacturing operations, the chemical conversions, the points of entry of all the reactants and monomers and the points of release of the substance, and the processes to eliminate environmental release.
Environmental Release
5. Where any release of the substance to the environment occurs, other than a release normally resulting from a use described in paragraphs 3(a) and/or (b), the person who has the physical possession or control of the substance shall immediately take all measures necessary to prevent any further release and to limit the dispersion of the substance. Furthermore, the person shall inform the Minister of the Environment immediately by contacting an enforcement officer, designated under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999, of the Environment Canada Regional Office that is closest to where the release occurred.
Application
6. Items 7 to 9 do not apply to the person mentioned in item 3 to whom the notifier transfers the substance.
Disposal
7. The notifier must destroy or dispose of the substance or any waste in their physical possession or under their control in the following manner:
- (a) incinerating it in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction where the disposal facility is located; or
- (b) depositing it in a secure landfill, in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction where the landfill is located, if it cannot be destroyed or disposed of in accordance with paragraph (a).
Record-keeping Requirements
8. (1) The notifier shall maintain electronic or paper records, with any documentation supporting the validity of the information contained in these records, indicating
- (a) the use of the substance;
- (b) the quantity of the substance that the notifier manufactures, imports, purchases, sells and uses;
- (c) the name and address of each person to whom the notifier transfers the physical possession or control of the substance; and
- (d) the name and address of the person in Canada who has disposed of the substance or of the waste for the notifier, the method used to do so, and the quantities of the substance or waste shipped to that person.
(2) The notifier shall maintain electronic or paper records mentioned in subitem (1) at the notifier’s principal place of business in Canada for a period of at least five years after they are made.
Other Requirements
9. The notifier shall inform any person to whom they transfer the physical possession or control of the substance, in writing, of the terms of the present ministerial conditions. The notifier shall obtain, prior to any transfer of the substance, written confirmation from this person that they were informed of the terms of the present ministerial conditions. This written confirmation shall be maintained at the notifier’s principal place of business in Canada for a period of at least five years from the day it was received.
Coming into Force
10. This Ministerial Condition comes into force on January 10, 2012.
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DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE
BUDGET IMPLEMENTATION ACT, 2007
BUDGET AND ECONOMIC STATEMENT IMPLEMENTATION ACT, 2007
Coming into force
Notice is hereby given as follows:
- (a) that pursuant to section 84 (see footnote a) of the Budget Implementation Act, 2007 (see footnote b), section 79 of that Act, which enacted the current version of section 220.1 of the Canada-Newfoundland Atlantic Accord Implementation Act (see footnote c), is deemed to have come into force on April 1, 2010;
- (b) that pursuant to section 84 (see footnote d) of the Budget Implementation Act, 2007 (see footnote e), section 82 of that Act, which enacted the current version of the definition of “fiscal equalization payment” in section 18 of the Nova Scotia and Newfoundland and Labrador Additional Fiscal Equalization Offset Payments Act (see footnote f), is deemed to have come into force on April 1, 2010; and
- (c) that pursuant to section 175 of the Budget and Economic Statement Implementation Act, 2007 (see footnote g), section 172 of that Act, which enacted the current version of section 220 of the Canada-Newfoundland Atlantic Accord Implementation Act (see footnote h), is deemed to have come into force on April 1, 2010.
November 24, 2011
JAMES M. FLAHERTY
Minister of Finance
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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
FOOD AND DRUGS ACT
Food and Drug Regulations — Amendments
Interim Marketing Authorization
Provision currently exists in the Food and Drug Regulations (the Regulations) for the use of sodium carboxymethyl cellulose as an emulsifying, gelling, stabilizing and thickening agent in various food products at levels ranging from 0.5% to levels consistent with good manufacturing practice.
Health Canada has received a submission to permit the use of sodium carboxymethyl cellulose to prevent the formation of hesperidin crystals in canned mandarin oranges at a maximum level of use of 0.005%. Evaluation of available data supports the safety and effectiveness of sodium carboxymethyl cellulose in the production of these food products.
The use of sodium carboxymethyl cellulose will benefit consumers and industry by enhancing the appearance of canned mandarin orange syrup. It will also benefit industry through more efficient and improved manufacturing conditions.
Therefore, it is the intention of Health Canada to recommend that the Regulations be amended to permit the use of sodium carboxymethyl cellulose to prevent the formation of hesperidin crystals in canned mandarin oranges at levels of use consistent with good manufacturing practice.
As a means to improve the responsiveness of the regulatory system, an Interim Marketing Authorization (IMA) is being issued to permit the immediate use of sodium carboxymethyl cellulose, as indicated above, while the regulatory process is undertaken to amend the Regulations. Canned mandarin oranges are exempted from sections 6 and 6.1 of the Food and Drugs Act, paragraphs B.01.042(b) and B.11.101(c), and section B.16.007 of the Regulations only with respect to the use of sodium carboxymethyl cellulose.
The proposed regulatory amendments would be enabling measures to allow the sale of additional foods containing sodium carboxymethyl cellulose to prevent the formation of hesperidin crystals. The amendments are supported by the safety assessment and would have a low impact on the economy and on the environment. Consequently, the regulatory amendments may proceed directly to final approval and publication in the Canada Gazette, Part Ⅱ.
Interested persons may make representations, with respect to Health Canada’s intention to amend the Regulations, within 75 days after the date of publication of this notice. All such representations must cite the Canada Gazette, Part Ⅰ, and the date of publication of this notice, and be addressed to the contact person identified below.
Contact
Rick O’Leary, Acting Associate Director, Bureau of Food Regulatory, International and Interagency Affairs, Health Canada, 251 Sir Frederick Banting Driveway, Address Locator 2203B, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0K9, 613-957-1750 (telephone), 613-941-6625 (fax), sche-ann@hc-sc.gc.ca (email).
January 3, 2012
PAUL GLOVER
Assistant Deputy Minister
Health Products and Food Branch
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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
FOOD AND DRUGS ACT
Food and Drug Regulations — Amendments
Interim Marketing Authorization
Provision currently exists in the Food and Drug Regulations (the Regulations) for the use of the enzyme xylanase derived from various sources in the production of bread, flour, whole wheat flour and unstandardized bakery products at levels consistent with good manufacturing practice.
Health Canada has received a submission to permit the use of xylanase derived from Bacillus subtilis strain XAS in the production of bread, flour, whole wheat flour and unstandardized bakery products such as cookies and cakes at levels consistent with good manufacturing practice. Evaluation of available data supports the safety and effectiveness of xylanase derived from Bacillus subtilis (XAS) in these food products.
The use of xylanase derived from this micro-organism will benefit the consumer by increasing the availability of quality food products. It will also benefit industry through more efficient and improved manufacturing conditions.
Therefore, it is the intention of Health Canada to recommend that the Regulations be amended to permit the use of xylanase derived from Bacillus subtilis (XAS) in the production of bread, flour, whole wheat flour and unstandardized bakery products at levels consistent with good manufacturing practice.
As a means to improve the responsiveness of the regulatory system, an Interim Marketing Authorization (IMA) is being issued to permit the immediate use of this xylanase enzyme, as indicated above, while the regulatory process is undertaken to amend the Regulations. Bread, flour, and whole wheat flour are exempted from the application of sections 6 and 6.1 of the Food and Drugs Act, paragraph B.01.042(c) and section B.16.007 of the Regulations only with respect to the use of xylanase derived from Bacillus subtilis (XAS). Unstandardized bakery products are exempted from paragraph B.01.043(a) and section B.16.007 of the Regulations only with respect to the use of xylanase derived from Bacillus subtilis (XAS).
The proposed regulatory amendments would be enabling measures to allow the sale of the additional foods mentioned above that have been manufactured through the use of xylanase derived from Bacillus subtilis (XAS). The amendments are supported by the safety assessment and would have low impact on the economy and on the environment. Consequently, the regulatory amendments may proceed directly to final approval and publication in the Canada Gazette, Part Ⅱ.
Interested persons may make representations, with respect to Health Canada’s intention to amend the Regulations, within 75 days after the date of publication of this notice. All such representations must cite the Canada Gazette, Part Ⅰ, and the date of publication of this notice, and be addressed to the contact person identified below.
Contact
Rick O’Leary, Acting Associate Director, Bureau of Food Regulatory, International and Interagency Affairs, Health Canada, 251 Sir Frederick Banting Driveway, Address Locator 2203B, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0K9, 613-957-1750 (telephone), 613-941-6625 (fax), sche-ann@hc-sc.gc.ca (email).
January 3, 2012
PAUL GLOVER
Assistant Deputy Minister
Health Products and Food Branch
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DEPARTMENT OF INDUSTRY
OFFICE OF THE REGISTRAR GENERAL
| Name and position | Order in Council |
|---|---|
| Attia, Paul | 2011-1642 |
| Canadian Race Relations Foundation | |
| Director of the Board of Directors | |
| Auditor General of Canada | 2011-1600 |
| Canada Employment Insurance Financing Board | |
| Auditor | |
| Baxter, Judith | 2011-1649 |
| Canadian Museum of Civilization | |
| Trustee of the Board of Trustees | |
| Bélisle, Richard | 2011-1562 |
| National Parole Board | |
| Part-time member | |
| Borbey, Patrick | 2011-1527 |
| Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency | |
| President | |
Canada Pension Plan |
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| Review Tribunal | |
Members |
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Adams, Barry William — St. Catharines |
2011-1612 |
Baturensky, Maria Pia Christina — Scarborough |
2011-1620 |
Bellows, Carmen Yellena — Edmonton |
2011-1604 |
Bjornson, Peter David — Winnipeg |
2011-1614 |
Byrne, Lianne Marcella — Mississauga |
2011-1622 |
Chahal, Simerjit — Etobicoke |
2011-1616 |
Crowell, Cameron David — Bridgewater |
2011-1623 |
Dekker, Nancy Kathryn — Kitchener |
2011-1613 |
Fitzgerald, Andrew Alexander — St. John’s |
2011-1607 |
Hodder, Catherine Mary — St. John’s |
2011-1624 |
Korman, Jerry Peter — Winnipeg |
2011-1719 |
MacFarlane, Gordon Malcolm — Charlottetown |
2011-1606 |
O’Neill, William James — Corner Brook |
2011-1609 |
Persi, Adriano — Mississauga |
2011-1603 |
Reimer, Jeffrey Peter — Regina |
2011-1601 |
Robinson, Lorraine Pearle — Charlottetown |
2011-1610 |
Rohrer, Michael Christopher — Windsor |
2011-1617 |
Ross, Donald Cormack — Hamilton |
2011-1720 |
Sacco, Jo-Ann Mary — St. Catharines |
2011-1605 |
Saunders, Virginia Lee — Vancouver |
2011-1618 |
Shpir, Margareta — Toronto |
2011-1615 |
Singh, Amandeep — Scarborough |
2011-1619 |
Stapleton, Deanne Helen — St. John’s |
2011-1608 |
Sweeney, Kimberley Ann Amy — Barrie |
2011-1602 |
Taylor, Tracey Elaine — Barrie |
2011-1621 |
Young, Murray Robert — Ottawa |
2011-1611 |
| Carnogursky, Jozef | 2011-1572 |
| Gwich’in Land Claims Settlement Act | |
Renewable Resources Board |
|
Alternate Member |
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| Chabot, Steven W. | 2011-1648 |
| Military Police Complaints Commission | |
| Part-time member | |
| Chowaniec, Adam | 2011-1573 |
| Export Development Canada | |
| Director of the Board of Directors | |
| Clarkson, John A. | 2011-1652 |
| Canadian Transportation Accident Investigation and Safety Board | |
| Full-time member | |
Council of the North Atlantic Salmon Conservation Organization |
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| Canadian representatives | |
| Bird, J. W. Bud | 2011-1566 |
| Nadeau, Richard | 2011-1565 |
| Crampton, The Hon. Paul S. | 2011-1658 |
| Federal Court | |
| Chief Justice | |
| Federal Court of Appeal | |
| Member ex officio | |
| Cullen, The Hon. Austin F. | 2011-1663 |
| Supreme Court of British Columbia | |
| Associate Chief Justice | |
| Dion, Mario | 2011-1701 |
| Public Sector Integrity Commissioner | |
| Donnelly, Mary-Lou | 2011-1716 |
| Canada Employment Insurance Commission | |
| Commissioner | |
Employment Insurance Act |
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| Chairpersons of the Boards of Referees | |
Alberta |
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Crarer, Jacqueline — Calgary |
2011-1578 |
McCauley, Kelly — Edmonton |
2011-1580 |
Whistlecraft, Barry — Calgary |
2011-1584 |
Wicks, Laura Joyce — Calgary |
2011-1579 |
British Columbia |
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Gray, Robert Earl — Lower Mainland |
2011-1587 |
Perry, Ted — Prince George |
2011-1585 |
Prefontaine, Edouard — Greater Victoria |
2011-1591 |
Robertson, Amy Kathleen — Greater Victoria |
2011-1594 |
Manitoba |
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Hébert, Marcella — Winnipeg |
2011-1583 |
Nova Scotia |
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Saxton, David Paul — Yarmouth |
2011-1582 |
Ontario |
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Barber, Randy — Brampton |
2011-1576 |
Bogren, Cameron Bruce — Mississauga |
2011-1589 |
Chen, Donald — Toronto |
2011-1598 |
Christie, Ron — Kenora |
2011-1590 |
Harris, Robert Gardner — York |
2011-1596 |
McIntosh, Bruce — Toronto |
2011-1592 |
McMahon, Jim — Peterborough |
2011-1577 |
Smith, Diana — Toronto |
2011-1597 |
Villella, Leanna — Toronto |
2011-1593 |
Woolfrey, Glenn — Peterborough |
2011-1581 |
Quebec |
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Ash, Robert Norman — Richelieu-Yamaska |
2011-1595 |
Cossette, Marie-Claude — Vaudreuil-Dorion |
2011-1586 |
Godue, Marie-Claude — Repentigny |
2011-1588 |
Grégoire, Gaétan — Richelieu-Yamaska |
2011-1718 |
Imbeault, Gérard — Baie-Comeau |
2011-1574 |
Massicotte, Nicole — Sainte-Thérèse |
2011-1575 |
Payment, Jean-Philippe — Brossard |
2011-1599 |
Zakharian, Larissa — Laval |
2011-1717 |
| Frustaglio, Joyce | 2011-1629 |
| Citizenship Act | |
| Citizenship judge — Part-time basis | |
| Gleason, Mary J. L. | 2011-1659 |
| Federal Court | |
| Judge | |
| Federal Court of Appeal | |
| Member ex officio | |
| Grieve, David Bradley | 2011-1645 |
| Great Lakes Pilotage Authority | |
| Member | |
| Grundy, David | 2011-1653 |
| Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety | |
| Governor of the Council | |
| Hare, Geoffrey C. | 2011-1644 |
| Canadian Transportation Agency | |
| Member and Chairperson | |
Hazardous Materials Information Review Commission |
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| Governors — Council | |
| Blais, Richard | 2011-1563 |
| Rowe, Gerald | 2011-1564 |
| Hungerford, George, Q.C. | 2011-1560 |
| North Pacific Anadromous Fish Commission | |
| Canadian representative — Canadian Section | |
Immigration and Refugee Board |
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| Full-time members | |
| Atallah, Sherif | 2011-1636 |
| Beauquier, Jean-Pierre | 2011-1638 |
| Berry, Clifford | 2011-1635 |
| Buttigieg, Coralie | 2011-1632 |
| Cyr, Roxane | 2011-1640 |
| Delisle, Ruth | 2011-1637 |
| Fortney, Douglas Bruce | 2011-1630 |
| Garner, Robert Sinclair | 2011-1631 |
| Geronimo, Mamerto | 2011-1633 |
| Jobin, Michel | 2011-1639 |
| Landry, Girard | 2011-1641 |
| Wong, Bing | 2011-1634 |
International Commission for the Conservation of Atlantic Tunas |
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| Canadian Commissioners | |
| Atkinson, Troy | 2011-1567 |
| Fraser, James Douglas | 2011-1568 |
| Jenkins, Robert W., Q.C. | 2011-1664 |
| Supreme Court of British Columbia | |
| Judge | |
| Joyal, The Hon. Glenn D. | 2011-1688 |
| Government of Manitoba | |
| Administrator | |
| December 22, 2011, to January 2, 2012 | |
| Klippenstein, John D. | 2011-1657 |
| Farm Credit Canada | |
| Director of the Board of Directors | |
| Lampert, Jerry | 2011-1569 |
| British Columbia Treaty Commission | |
| Commissioner | |
| Lane, The Hon. J. Gary | 2011-1689 |
| Government of Saskatchewan | |
| Administrator | |
| January 18 to January 21, 2012 | |
| Moloney, David | 2011-1528 |
| Privy Council Office | |
| Senior Advisor | |
| Neyelle, Michael | 2011-1571 |
| Sahtu Dene and Metis Land Claims Settlement Act | |
| Renewable Resources Board | |
Alternate Member |
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| Orsborn, The Hon. David B. | 2011-1687 |
| Government of Newfoundland and Labrador | |
| Administrator | |
| December 20 to December 28, 2011 | |
| Popescul, The Hon. Martel D. | 2011-1665 |
| Her Majesty’s Court of Queen’s Bench for Saskatchewan | |
| Chief Justice | |
Port Authority |
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| Directors | |
| Généreux, Bernard — Québec | 2011-1646 |
| Watson, Colin D. — Toronto | 2011-1647 |
| RLB LLP | 2011-1656 |
| Canadian Turkey Marketing Agency | |
| Auditor | |
| Robinson, Anne-Marie | 2011-1728 |
| Public Service Commission | |
| Acting President | |
Royal Canadian Mint |
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| Directors of the Board of Directors | |
| Bennett, Claude F. | 2011-1628 |
| Dancosse, Guy | 2011-1625 |
| Harvey, Ghislain | 2011-1627 |
| Joynt, Carman | 2011-1626 |
| Rutherford, The Hon. Douglas | 2011-1650 |
| Pension Appeal Board | |
| Chairman | |
| Samson, Clément | 2011-1662 |
| Superior Court for the district of Québec in the province of Quebec | |
| Puisne Judge | |
Specific Claims Tribunal |
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| Part-time members | |
| Geoffroy, The Hon. Jocelyn | 2011-1715 |
| Mainville, The Hon. Johanne | 2011-1713 |
Superior Court of Justice in and for the Province of Ontario |
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| Judges | |
Court of Appeal for Ontario |
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| Judges ex officio | |
| Broad, David A. | 2011-1660 |
| Stevenson, Suzanne | 2011-1661 |
| Talarico, Darielle | 2011-1570 |
| Canadian Polar Commission | |
| Member of the Board of Directors | |
| Velshi, Rumina | 2011-1561 |
| Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission | |
| Permanent member | |
| Vergette, Bob | 2011-1651 |
| National Energy Board | |
| Temporary member | |
Welch LLP |
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| Canadian Hatching Egg Producers | 2011-1655 |
| and | |
| Chicken Farmers of Canada | 2011-1654 |
| Auditors | |
| Zwicker, Donna Joy Alexander | 2011-1643 |
| Historic Sites and Monuments Board of Canada | |
| Member — Representative of the Province of Alberta | |
January 6, 2012
DIANE BÉLANGER
Official Documents Registrar
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DEPARTMENT OF INDUSTRY
TRADE-MARKS ACT
Geographical indications
The Minister of Industry proposes that the following geographical indications be entered on the list of geographical indications kept pursuant to subsection 11.12(1) of the Trade-marks Act, where “(i)” refers to the file number, “(ii)” refers to the indication and whether it identifies a wine or spirit, “(iii)” refers to the territory, or the region or locality of a territory in which the wine or spirit is identified as originating, “(iv)” refers to the name of the responsible authority (the person, firm or other entity that is, by reason of state or commercial interest, sufficiently connected with and knowledgeable of the wine of spirit), “(v)” refers to the address in Canada for the responsible authority, and “(vi)” refers to the quality, reputation or other characteristic of the wine or spirit that, in the opinion of the Minister, qualifies that indication as a geographical indication:
- (i) File No. 1266452
- (ii) Veronese (Wine)
- (iii) Region of Veneto, in Italy: in the province of Verona.
- (iv) Ministero delle Politiche Agricole e Forestali
Via XX Settembre, No. 20 - 00187 Roma
ITALY
- (v) Embassy of Italy
275 Slater Street
Ottawa, Ontario
K1P 5H9
- (vi) The name listed in (ii) is recognized and protected in Italy as a geographical indication for wine in Decreto ministero Risorse agricole of 21.11.1995, modified by DM 27.02.1996 and DM 21.03.1996, and L. No. 164 of 10.02.1992, and is in accordance with European Union Council Regulation (EC) No. 1493/1999 and EC No. 753/2002.
CHRISTIAN PARADIS
Minister of Industry
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NOTICE OF VACANCY
CANADIAN RADIO-TELEVISION AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION
Chairperson (full-time position)
Salary range: $256,100–$301,200
Location: National Capital Region
The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) is an independent regulatory body, established under the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission Act. As a member of the Canadian Heritage Portfolio, the CRTC is responsible for regulating and supervising all aspects of the Canadian broadcasting system with a view to implementing the broadcasting policy set out in the Broadcasting Act. It also regulates telecommunications in Canada to implement the policy set out in the Telecommunications Act. The CRTC’s role is thus to maintain a delicate balance “in the public interest” between the cultural, social and economic goals of the legislation on broadcasting and telecommunications. The CRTC is accountable for its activities to Parliament through the Minister of Canadian Heritage.
As Chief Executive Officer of the CRTC, the Chairperson establishes the corporate vision and values, defines the strategic priorities and plans and sets up the organization structure and operational systems and processes to guide the work of members and staff. This includes assigning members to panels and providing strong functional direction and expertise to members to enhance their conduct of delegated panel responsibilities and other areas of activity and to ensure executive direction of professional staff. He or she directs the development of policies, recommends their approval to the CRTC members and oversees their implementation.
The successful candidate should possess a degree from a recognized university in a relevant field of study or a combination of equivalent education, job-related training and/or experience. Significant leadership experience at a senior executive level in the operation of a public sector tribunal, an agency or a major public and/or private organization is required. The qualified candidate should possess proven decision-making experience with respect to sensitive and complex issues. Experience in the broadcasting, telecommunications or digital media industries, and experience related to the conduct and/or management of a quasi-judicial tribunal are necessary.
The ideal candidate should possess knowledge of the legislative framework and mandate of the CRTC and other related federal legislation. Knowledge of the regulatory and technological environments in which the broadcasting, telecommunications and digital media sectors operate in Canada and abroad is necessary. The suitable candidate should have an understanding of global, societal and economic trends; consumer interests; stakeholder concerns; the role of government in formulating public policy; and how these relate to the CRTC. Knowledge of the responsibilities, procedures and practices of leading and managing a public sector tribunal is required. The successful candidate is financially literate and knowledgeable of sound governance and management principles and practices. He/she should have knowledge and understanding of the procedures and practices involved in quasi-judicial hearings.
The ability to guide the Commission in carrying out its mandate in accordance with the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission Act is essential. The preferred candidate must be able to interpret the provision of various statutes, regulations, policies and other documents. The ability to render fair, equitable and timely decisions, while anticipating their short- and long-term consequences, in a rapidly evolving environment is required, as is the ability to develop effective working relationships and build consensus. Superior communication skills, both written and oral, are required, as well as the ability to act as the CRTC’s media spokesperson on sensitive issues, to appear before Parliamentary Committees and to represent the CRTC with a wide range of stakeholders.
The selected candidate must have sound judgment, integrity and impartiality. The chosen candidate must adhere to high ethical standards and have superior interpersonal skills, tact and diplomacy.
Proficiency in both official languages would be preferred.
The successful candidate must be a Canadian citizen under the terms of the Citizenship Act, or a permanent resident as defined in the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act. A person is not eligible to be appointed if, directly or indirectly, as owner, shareholder, director, officer, partner or otherwise, the person is engaged in a telecommunications undertaking, or has any pecuniary or proprietary interest in a telecommunications undertaking, or in the manufacture or distribution of telecommunication apparatus, except where the distribution is incidental to the general merchandising of goods by wholesale or retail.
The successful candidate must reside in or be prepared to relocate to the National Capital Region or to a location within reasonable commuting distance, and be prepared to travel across Canada.
The Government is committed to ensuring that its appointments are representative of Canada’s regions and official languages, as well as of women, Aboriginal peoples, disabled persons and visible minorities.
The preferred candidate must comply with the Ethical and Political Activity Guidelines for Public Office Holders. The guidelines are available on the Governor in Council Appointments Web site, under “Reference Material,” at www.appointments-nominations.gc.ca.
The selected candidate will be subject to the Conflict of Interest Act. Public office holders appointed on a full-time basis must submit to the Office of the Conflict of Interest and Ethics Commissioner, within 60 days of appointment, a confidential report in which they disclose all of their assets, liabilities and outside activities. For more information, please visit the Office of the Conflict of Interest and Ethics Commissioner’s Web site at http://ciec-ccie.gc.ca.
This notice has been placed in the Canada Gazette to assist the Governor in Council in identifying qualified candidates for this position. It is not, however, intended to be the sole means of recruitment.
Further details about the CRTC and its activities can be found on its Web site at www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/welcome.htm.
Should you be interested in learning more about this leadership opportunity, please visit www.renaudfoster.com for the full job specification. To apply in confidence, please forward your curriculum vitae and a letter of introduction to tfoster@renaudfoster.com or npoirier@renaudfoster.com. All submissions will be acknowledged.
English and French notices of vacancies will be produced in an alternative format (audio cassette, diskette, Braille, large print, etc.) upon request. For further information, please contact Publishing and Depository Services, Public Works and Government Services Canada, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0S5, 613-941-5995 or 1-800-635-7943.
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