Canada Gazette, Part I, Volume 154, Number 9: GOVERNMENT NOTICES

February 29, 2020

DEPARTMENT OF THE ENVIRONMENT
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

CANADIAN ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ACT, 1999

Publication of results of investigations and recommendations for a substance — [1,1’-biphenyl]-2-ol, sodium salt, hereinafter referred to as sodium ortho-phenylphenate (SOPP), CAS RN footnote 1 132-27-4 — specified on the Domestic Substances List (paragraphs 68(b) and (c) of the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999)

Whereas a summary of the draft screening assessment conducted on SOPP pursuant to paragraphs 68(b) and (c) of the Act is annexed hereby;

And whereas it is proposed to conclude that SOPP does not meet any of the criteria set out in section 64 of the Act,

Notice is further given that options are being considered for follow-up activities to track changes in exposure to SOPP.

Public comment period

Any person may, within 60 days after publication of this notice, file with the Minister of the Environment written comments on the measure the ministers propose to take and on the scientific considerations on the basis of which the measure is proposed. More information regarding the scientific considerations may be obtained from the Canada.ca (Chemical Substances) website. All comments must cite the Canada Gazette, Part I, and the date of publication of this notice, and be sent to the Executive Director, Program Development and Engagement Division, Department of the Environment, Gatineau, Quebec K1A 0H3, by fax to 819‑938‑5212, or by email to eccc.substances.eccc@canada.ca. Comments can also be submitted to the Minister of the Environment using the online reporting system available through Environment and Climate Change Canada’s Single Window.

In accordance with section 313 of the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999, any person who provides information in response to this notice may submit with the information a request that it be treated as confidential.

Jacqueline Gonçalves
Director General
Science and Risk Assessment Directorate

On behalf of the Minister of the Environment

Greg Carreau
Acting Director General
Safe Environments Directorate

On behalf of the Minister of Health

ANNEX

Summary of the draft screening assessment of SOPP

Pursuant to section 68 of the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999 (CEPA), the Minister of the Environment and the Minister of Health have conducted a screening assessment of [1,1′-biphenyl]-2-ol, sodium salt, hereinafter referred to as sodium ortho-phenylphenate (SOPP). The Chemical Abstracts Service Registry Number (CAS RN) for SOPP is 132-27-4. This substance was identified as a priority for assessment on the basis of other human health concerns.

SOPP does not occur naturally in the environment. According to information submitted pursuant to a CEPA section 71 survey, the manufactured quantity reported in Canada in 2008 was in a range of 10 000 to 100 000 kg, and the import quantities were reported in a range of 1 000 to 10 000 kg.

SOPP is a material preservative agent. In Canada, SOPP is used in building or construction materials and in products available to consumers (such as tire and rubber lubricants), and it may be used as a component in food packaging materials and incidental additives or as a non-medicinal ingredient in natural health products and non-prescription drugs. It is also an active ingredient and a formulant in registered pest control products in Canada.

The ecological risk of SOPP was characterized using the ecological risk classification of organic substances (ERC), which is a risk-based approach that employs multiple metrics for both hazard and exposure, with weighted consideration of multiple lines of evidence for determining risk classification. Hazard profiles are based principally on metrics regarding mode of toxic action, chemical reactivity, food web–derived internal toxicity thresholds, bioavailability, and chemical and biological activity. Metrics considered in the exposure profiles include potential emission rate, overall persistence, and long-range transport potential. A risk matrix is used to assign a low, moderate or high level of potential concern for substances on the basis of their hazard and exposure profiles. Based on the outcome of the ERC analysis, SOPP is considered unlikely to be causing ecological harm.

Considering all available lines of evidence presented in this draft screening assessment, there is a low risk of harm to the environment from SOPP. It is proposed to conclude that SOPP does not meet the criteria under paragraph 64(a) or (b) of CEPA as it is not entering the environment in a quantity or concentration or under conditions that have or may have an immediate or long-term harmful effect on the environment or its biological diversity or that constitute or may constitute a danger to the environment on which life depends.

SOPP has been reviewed internationally through the International Agency for Research on Cancer, the FAO/WHO Joint Meeting on Pesticide Residues, the United States Environmental Protection Agency and the California Environmental Protection Agency. In 2008, SOPP was evaluated by the Pest Management Regulatory Agency at Health Canada. In laboratory studies, SOPP was found to be associated with an increased incidence of urinary bladder tumours. At lower doses, effects for SOPP and a structurally related substance included decreased body weight gain.

The predominant source of exposure to SOPP from products available to consumers in Canada is from tire and rubber lubricants. There is also potential for exposure to SOPP to the general population from food, its use in food packaging materials and other products available to consumers.

A comparison of the estimate of exposure to SOPP from the use of tire and rubber lubricant with a critical effect level identified from laboratory studies results in a margin of exposure that is considered adequate to address uncertainties in the health effects and exposure databases. The risk to human health from exposure to SOPP from food packaging is considered to be very low and to contribute negligibly to the overall dietary exposure of Canadians to SOPP.

On the basis of the information presented in this draft screening assessment, it is proposed to conclude that SOPP does not meet the criteria under paragraph 64(c) of CEPA as it is not entering the environment in a quantity or concentration or under conditions that constitute or may constitute a danger in Canada to human life or health.

Proposed overall conclusion

It is proposed to conclude that SOPP does not meet any of the criteria set out in section 64 of CEPA.

Consideration for follow-up

While exposure of the general population to this substance is not of concern at current levels, this substance is associated with human health effects of concern. Therefore, there may be concern for human health if exposure were to increase. Follow-up activities to track changes in exposure or commercial use patterns are under consideration.

Stakeholders are encouraged to provide, during the 60-day public comment period on the draft screening assessment, any information pertaining to this substance that may help inform the choice of follow-up activity. This could include information on new or planned import, manufacture or use of this substance, if the information has not previously been submitted to the ministers.

The draft screening assessment for this substance is available on the Canada.ca (Chemical Substances) website.

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

HAZARDOUS MATERIALS INFORMATION REVIEW ACT

Filing of claims for exemption

Pursuant to paragraph 12(1)(a) of the Hazardous Materials Information Review Act, the Chief Screening Officer hereby gives notice of the filing of the claims for exemption listed below.

In accordance with subsection 12(2) of the Hazardous Materials Information Review Act, affected parties, as defined, may make written representations to the screening officer with respect to the claim for exemption and the safety data sheet (SDS) or label to which it relates. Written representations must cite the appropriate registry number, state the reasons and evidence upon which the representations are based and be delivered within 30 days of the date of the publication of this notice in the Canada Gazette, Part I, to the screening officer at the following address: Workplace Hazardous Materials Bureau, 269 Laurier Avenue West, 8th Floor (4908-B), Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0K9.

Véronique Lalonde
Chief Screening Officer

On February 11, 2015, the Hazardous Products Act (HPA) was amended, and the Controlled Products Regulations (CPR) and the Ingredient Disclosure List were repealed and replaced with the new Hazardous Products Regulations (HPR). The revised legislation (HPA/HPR) is referred to as WHMIS 2015.

The claims listed below seek an exemption from the disclosure of supplier confidential business information in respect of a hazardous product; such disclosure would otherwise be required under the provisions of the relevant legislation.

Claimant

Product Identifier

Subject of the Claim for Exemption

Registry Number

Baker Hughes Canada Company

BPR 44564 CLEANER

C.i. and C. of two ingredients
C.i. of one ingredient

03352495

Arclin Canada Holdings Ltd.

Plywood Catalyst Solution

C.i. and C. of one ingredient

03352583

Arclin Canada Holdings Ltd.

Enhanced Bond Additive

C.i. and C. of one ingredient

03352589

Compass Minerals Manitoba Inc.

Helper Dessek

C.i. and C. of five ingredients
C. of one ingredient

03352657

Compass Minerals Manitoba Inc.

Helper Neutrum

C.i. and C. of five ingredients
C. of one ingredient

03352658

Compass Minerals Manitoba Inc.

Helper Perenes

C.i. and C. of two ingredients

03352659

Jacam Manufacturing 2013, LLC

WSF 9027 (winter)

C.i. of one ingredient

03352975

Fluid Energy Group Ltd.

ENVIRO-SYN® MSD-30

C.i. of two ingredients

03352976

Chevron Oronite Company LLC

CS 4301

C.i. of six ingredients

03353349

The Lubrizol Corporation

POWERZOL™ 9539

C.i. of one ingredient

03353889

Stepan Company

BIO-SOFT LFS-07

C.i. of two ingredients

03354355

Compass Minerals Manitoba Inc.

Helper Air

C.i. and C. of eight ingredients
C. of one ingredient

03354365

Dow Chemical Canada ULC

DOWSIL™ CC-3122 CONFORMAL COATING

C.i. of one ingredient

03354668

Chevron Oronite Company LLC

RM20170

C.i. of two ingredients

03355348

SUEZ Water Technologies & Solutions Canada

Prosweet S1821

C.i. and C. of one ingredient

03355587

The Lubrizol Corporation

LUBRIZOL® GR161A

C.i. of two ingredients

03355591

The Lubrizol Corporation

LUBRIZOL® GR111A

C.i. of one ingredient

03355593

Note: C.i. = chemical identity and C. = concentration

DEPARTMENT OF INDUSTRY

OFFICE OF THE REGISTRAR GENERAL

Appointment

Instrument of Advice dated February 6, 2020

February 20, 2020

Diane Bélanger
Official Documents Registrar

DEPARTMENT OF INDUSTRY

OFFICE OF THE REGISTRAR GENERAL

Appointments

February 20, 2020

Diane Bélanger
Official Documents Registrar

DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES

CANADA–NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR ATLANTIC ACCORD IMPLEMENTATION ACT

Joint directive

Notice is hereby given that the Minister of Natural Resources Canada and the Minister of Natural Resources Newfoundland and Labrador have issued a joint directive to the Canada–Newfoundland and Labrador Offshore Petroleum Board pursuant to paragraph 42(1)(d) of the Canada–Newfoundland and Labrador Atlantic Accord Implementation Act with respect to the observance of Canada’s domestic and international trade obligations in the application and administration of Canada-Newfoundland and Labrador benefits plans.

Interested parties may request a copy of the joint directive by writing to information@cnlopb.ca or to Canada–Newfoundland and Labrador Offshore Petroleum Board, TD Place, Suite 101, 140 Water Street, St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador A1C 6H6.

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS

CRIMINAL CODE

Designation as counterfeit examiner

Pursuant to subsection 461(2) of the Criminal Code, I hereby designate the following persons of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police as counterfeit examiners:

Ottawa, February 7, 2020

Ellen Burack
Assistant Deputy Minister
Community Safety and Countering Crime Branch

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS

CRIMINAL CODE

Revocation of designation as counterfeit examiner

Pursuant to subsection 461(2) of the Criminal Code, I hereby revoke the designation of the following person of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police as a counterfeit examiner:

Ottawa, February 7, 2020

Ellen Burack
Assistant Deputy Minister
Community Safety and Countering Crime Branch

GLOBAL AFFAIRS CANADA

Consulting Canadians on a potential World Trade Organization framework on investment facilitation for development

For Canada’s economy to continue to grow, it is important that businesses and investors in Canada and around the world are able to rely on predictable, transparent, rules-based global trade. This stability gives businesses the confidence to take the risks they need to succeed, therefore creating more middle-class jobs and fostering prosperity for all Canadians.

At the 11th WTO Ministerial Conference in December 2017, a group of 70 members, including Canada, endorsed a joint ministerial statement agreeing to work towards a World Trade Organization (WTO) framework on investment facilitation for development to improve the transparency and predictability of investment measures; streamline and speed up administrative procedures and requirements; and enhance international cooperation and stakeholder relations. The declaration explicitly excluded market access, investment protection, and investor-state dispute settlement from the discussions.

More recently, in November 2019, 98 WTO members, including Canada, endorsed a new joint ministerial statement in Shanghai, committing to work towards a concrete outcome regarding the framework on investment facilitation for development at the 12th WTO Ministerial Conference in June 2020.

BACKGROUND

The discussions about investment facilitation for development are about creating a more investment-friendly business climate. The objective of the discussions is to make investment-related policies transparent, efficient, and predictable, thereby getting rid of unnecessary “red tape,” and making it easier for businesses to grow and to create good jobs. Another aim is to encourage more international cooperation to facilitate investment, and help developing and least-developed countries attract international investments.

The WTO discussions to date have centred on the following four key areas:

SUBMISSIONS BY INTERESTED PARTIES

Interested parties are invited to submit their views on a potential WTO framework on investment facilitation for development, including specific interests, priorities, and potential sensitivities. The following are examples of areas where the Government of Canada would appreciate receiving views from Canadians:

Please be advised that any information received as a result of this consultation will be considered as public information unless explicitly requested otherwise. The deadline for submission is Monday, March 30, 2020. Submissions should include

Contributions can be sent by email to IFconsultationFI@international.gc.ca, or by mail to

WTO Investment Facilitation for Development ConsultationsGlobal Affairs Canada
Investment Trade Policy (TMV)
111 Sussex Drive
Ottawa, Ontario
K1N 1J1

Additional information on Canada’s participation at the WTO can be found on the Government of Canada website.

PRIVY COUNCIL OFFICE

Appointment opportunities

We know that our country is stronger — and our government more effective — when decision-makers reflect Canada’s diversity. The Government of Canada has implemented an appointment process that is transparent and merit-based, strives for gender parity, and ensures that Indigenous peoples and minority groups are properly represented in positions of leadership. We continue to search for Canadians who reflect the values that we all embrace: inclusion, honesty, fiscal prudence, and generosity of spirit. Together, we will build a government as diverse as Canada.

We are equally committed to providing a healthy workplace that supports one’s dignity, self-esteem and the ability to work to one’s full potential. With this in mind, all appointees will be expected to take steps to promote and maintain a healthy, respectful and harassment-free work environment.

The Government of Canada is currently seeking applications from diverse and talented Canadians from across the country who are interested in the following positions.

Current opportunities

The following opportunities for appointments to Governor in Council positions are currently open for applications. Every opportunity is open for a minimum of two weeks from the date of posting on the Governor in Council appointments website.

Position

Organization

Closing date

Chairperson

Canada Council for the Arts

  

President

Canadian Commercial Corporation

  

Chief Executive Officer

Canadian Energy Regulator

  

Commissioner (full-time), Commissioner (part-time)

Canadian Energy Regulator

  

Director

Canadian Energy Regulator

  

Chairperson

Canadian International Trade Tribunal

  

Director

Canadian Museum for Human Rights

  

Member (Alberta and Northwest Territories)

Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission

  

Member (Atlantic and Nunavut)

Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission

  

President

Destination Canada

  

Chairperson

Great Lakes Pilotage Authority Canada

  

Chairperson

Marine Atlantic Inc.

  

Secretary

National Battlefields Commission

  

Auditor General of Canada

Office of the Auditor General of Canada

  

TREASURY BOARD SECRETARIAT

PUBLIC SERVICE SUPERANNUATION REGULATIONS
CANADIAN FORCES SUPERANNUATION REGULATIONS
ROYAL CANADIAN MOUNTED POLICE SUPERANNUATION REGULATIONS

Quarterly rates

In accordance with subsection 46(3) of the Public Service Superannuation Regulations, subsection 36(3) of the Canadian Forces Superannuation Regulations and subsection 30(3) of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police Superannuation Regulations, the quarterly rates used for calculating interest for the purpose of subsection (1) of each of the corresponding sections are as follows:

Jean-Yves Duclos
President

BANK OF CANADA

Statement of financial position as at January 31, 2020

(Millions of dollars) Unaudited

ASSETS

Amount

Total

Cash and foreign deposits

  

6.6

Loans and receivables

Securities purchased under resale agreements

13,089.5

  

Advances

—

  

Other receivables

5.6

  
   

13,095.1

Investments

Treasury bills of Canada

23,644.5

  

Canada Mortgage Bonds

511.7

  

Government of Canada bonds

80,377.4

  

Other investments

449.9

  
   

104,983.5
Capital assets

Property and equipment

588.6

Intangible assets

61.0
Right-of-use leased assets

50.5

  
   

700.1

Other assets

  

66.0

Total assets

  

118,851.3

LIABILITIES AND EQUITY

Amount

Total

Bank notes in circulation

  

89,491.0

Deposits

Government of Canada

24,699.8

  

Members of Payments Canada

249.7

  

Other deposits

2,994.0

  
   

27,943.5

Securities sold under repurchase agreements

  

—

Other liabilities

  

875.0
   

118,309.5

Equity

Share capital

5.0

  

Statutory and special reserves

125.0

  

Investment revaluation reserve

411.8

  
   

541.8

Total Liabilities and Equity

118,851.3

I declare that the foregoing statement is correct according to the books of the Bank.

Ottawa, February 18, 2020

Carmen Vierula
Chief Financial Officer and Chief Accountant

I declare that the foregoing statement is to the best of my knowledge and belief correct, and shows truly and clearly the financial position of the Bank, as required by section 29 of the Bank of Canada Act.

Ottawa, February 18, 2020

Stephen S. Poloz
Governor