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Start Date: 2025-03-23
End Date: 2025-03-29

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Canada and Yukon Announce Funding for Whitehorse Convention Centre

The Government of Canada and the Government of Yukon have committed $56.25 million to construct the Yukon Gathering Place, a new convention centre in Whitehorse. This project aims to enhance Yukon's tourism industry by attracting meetings and events, and is expected to create economic opportunities for northern Indigenous communities. The centre will be located on the Whitehorse waterfront and owned by the Kwanlin Dün First Nation.

Sources: Announcements: www.canada.ca

Anti-Dumping Order on Chinese Wall Modules Extended

The Canadian International Trade Tribunal has extended, without amendments, its anti-dumping order on unitized wall modules from China. This decision continues measures against unfair pricing and subsidizing practices, impacting construction materials imported from China. The order aims to protect domestic manufacturers from competitive disadvantages.

Sources: Gazette, Part I: www.gazette.gc.ca

Regulatory Amendment for GST/HST Rebate on Rental Housing

The federal government has amended the Real Property Regulations to implement a GST/HST rebate for new purpose-built rental housing in New Brunswick. This rebate applies to construction projects starting between November 2024 and 2028, with completion by 2030, promoting affordable housing development.

Sources: Canada Gazette, Part II: www.gazette.gc.ca