This is Queen Street Analytics' weekly digest of regulatory developments, legislative discussions and other government-related news concerning most types of manufacturing activities (except agricultural, automotive, aerospace, food, and pharmaceutical), e.g. textile and apparel, chemical, electronics, wood and paper, metals, plastics and rubber, packaging, and machining. Once a week, we break down the most important updates in this space in under five minutes.

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Dates: 2026-02-15 to 2026-02-21

📋 In This Week's Newsletter

• 🏛️ This Week's Parliamentary Calendar
• 🇨🇦 Federal Government News
• 🗺️ Provincial Government News
• 💬 Government Consultations
• 📚 What We're Reading This Week

This Week's Parliamentary Calendar

• Finance Committee Reviews Bill C-15, Budget Implementation: The House of Commons Finance Committee will hold a clause-by-clause review of Bill C-15, the federal budget implementation act, on February 23, 2026, with multiple departmental officials as witnesses.
• Environment and Sustainable Development Assessing 2030 Emissions Reduction Plan: The Environment Committee will discuss the draft report on the effectiveness and improvements of Canada's 2030 Emissions Reduction Plan on February 24, 2026.
• Industry and Technology Committee Examines Productivity Gaps: On February 23, 2026, the Industry and Technology Committee will discuss reports on productivity gaps, capital outflow, and the Defence Industrial Strategy.
• National Defence Committee Studies Critical Minerals Sector and Security: The National Defence Committee, with representatives from mining and industry associations, will meet on February 23, 2026, to discuss connections between critical minerals, national defence, and security.
• Natural Resources Committee to Consider Critical Minerals Report: The Natural Resources Committee meets in camera on February 24, 2026, to consider the draft report on development of critical minerals in Canada.
• Senate Agriculture and Forestry to Review National Strategy on Soil Health: The Senate Agriculture and Forestry Committee, hearing from Fertilizer Canada, will meet on February 24, 2026, regarding Bill S-230, a national soil health strategy.
• Senate Banking, Commerce and the Economy to Consider Amendments to Weights and Measures: The Senate Committee on Banking, Commerce and the Economy will discuss Bill S-3, which amends the Weights and Measures Act and the Electricity and Gas Inspection Act, with input from the Canadian Fuels Association, on February 25, 2026.

Federal Government News

Canada’s Clean Technology Trade Data for 2024 Published

Statistics Canada reports Canada exported $20.2 billion in environmental and clean technology (ECT) products in 2024, a 5.2% decrease from 2023. Imports of these products climbed 2.8%, reaching $35.8 billion. ECT products comprised 2.0% of Canada’s total imports and 3.5% of total exports for the year. The new dataset provides details by origin and destination, allowing manufacturers of equipment and materials in the clean tech sector to assess shifts in international demand and supply. These trade figures may signal supply chain adjustment needs and sectoral dependencies for firms positioned within environmental goods.

Sources: www.statcan.gc.ca

Industrial Product and Raw Materials Price Indexes – January Data

January’s Industrial Product Price Index posted a month-over-month increase of 2.7% and was up 5.4% year-over-year, according to new Statistics Canada data. The Raw Materials Price Index also rose, climbing 7.7% in January and 8.0% compared to January of the previous year. These broad-based price increases affect manufacturing costs for inputs such as metals, chemicals, and plastics. Manufacturers may see pricing volatility influence procurement, inventory management, and contract arrangements as input cost pressures persist.

Sources: www.statcan.gc.ca

December Mineral Production Data Available

Monthly Mineral Production Survey figures for December 2025 are now published by Statistics Canada. The dataset includes information from Canadian smelters and metal refineries, providing details on output levels and input requirements relevant for upstream and downstream industrial operators. The data supports analysis of trends across base metals and critical input commodities for the manufacturing and processing industries.

Sources: www.statcan.gc.ca

Manufacturing Sales Up in December; Decline in Petroleum Subsector

Statistics Canada’s Monthly Survey of Manufacturing showed a 0.6% rise in Canadian manufacturing sales for December 2025. Increased sales in motor vehicles and food products drove the gains, while the petroleum and coal product subsector saw the most notable decline. Segment-level insights provide context for output and supply chain planning, especially as activity in automotive and food manufacturing lifted overall performance despite subdued petroleum-related sales.

Sources: www.statcan.gc.ca

Provincial Government News

Alberta Positions for Federal Defence Industrial Strategy Benefits

Alberta's Minister Joseph Schow announced Alberta’s intention to leverage its workforce and military infrastructure as Canada launches its Defence Industrial Strategy, highlighting provincial efforts to secure investment and growth in the defence manufacturing sector.

Sources: www.alberta.ca

New Brunswick Financial Support Targets Industrial Modernization

The New Brunswick government committed up to $54.3 million over three years to support local companies, including manufacturers, with modernization and productivity initiatives through Opportunities NB.

Sources: www2.gnb.ca

Quebec Confirms Quarry and Sand Pit Rights for 2026

The Quebec government set municipal rates for quarry and sand pit operations for 2026 at $0.71 per metric ton and $1.35 per cubic meter, with higher rates for dimension stone.

Sources: www.quebec.ca

Ontario Receives $141 Million Investment in Brampton Manufacturing

Ontario announced a $141 million investment by Coca-Cola Canada Bottling to expand its Brampton manufacturing and distribution centre with a new high-capacity production line, expected to substantially boost local output.

Sources: news.ontario.ca

Support for Mining Projects in British Columbia

British Columbia’s Critical Minerals Office has prioritized three mining projects—Northisle Copper and Gold, Surge Copper, and Defense Metals—for early co-ordination in environmental assessment and permitting.

Sources: news.gov.bc.ca

Government Consultations

CNSC Launches Consultation on Safeguards and Nuclear Material Accountancy

The Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission opened consultation on REGDOC-2.13.1, covering safeguards requirements for licensees managing nuclear material, through April 27, 2026.

Sources: www.cnsc-ccsn.gc.ca

What We're Reading This Week

• Building prosperity and responding to emerging needs: Report profiles economic drivers and responses to industry transformation.
• Applied research and industry partnerships building productivity: Examination of collaborations advancing sector productivity.
• How will Canada boost its defence manufacturing and how quickly can they pivot?: Interview looks at strategies for ramping up Canadian defence manufacturing.

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