Canada Gazette, Part I, Volume 152, Number 7: GOVERNMENT NOTICES
February 17, 2018
DEPARTMENT OF THE ENVIRONMENT
CANADIAN ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ACT, 1999
Rescission of ministerial condition concerning carbonoperoxoic acid, O,O-(1,1-dimethylpropyl) O-(2-ethylhexyl) ester, CAS RN 70833-40-8
Rescission of ministerial conditions
(Section 84 of the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999)
Whereas the Minister of the Environment has on July 10, 1999, pursuant to subsection 29(5) of the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999, permitted the manufacture or import of the substance carbonoperoxoic acid, O,O-(1,1-dimethylpropyl) O-(2-ethylhexyl) ester, Chemical Abstracts Service Registry No. 70833-40-8, subject to some conditions;
Whereas the Minister of the Environment and the Minister of Health have conducted a new assessment of the substance;
And whereas the ministers no longer suspect that the substance is toxic or capable of becoming toxic,
Therefore, the Minister of the Environment hereby rescinds the conditions on the manufacture or import of the substance carbonoperoxoic acid, O,O-(1,1-dimethylpropyl) O-(2-ethylhexyl) ester, Chemical Abstracts Service Registry No. 70833-40-8, pursuant to subsection 84(3) of the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999.
George Enei
Assistant Deputy Minister
Science and Technology Branch
On behalf of the Minister of the Environment
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DEPARTMENT OF THE ENVIRONMENT
SPECIES AT RISK ACT
Description of critical habitat for the Sprague's Pipit and Swift Fox in the Prairie National Wildlife Area (unit number 11)
The Sprague's Pipit (Anthus spragueii) is a songbird listed as threatened on Schedule 1 of the Species at Risk Act and is a migratory bird protected under the Migratory Birds Convention Act, 1994. In Canada, the Sprague's Pipit breeds in southwest Manitoba, southern Saskatchewan and southern Alberta.
The Swift Fox (Vulpes velox) is also listed as threatened on Schedule 1 of the Species at Risk Act. In Canada, Swift Fox occur in the southernmost portion of Saskatchewan and Alberta, near the border of the two provinces.
The Action Plan for Multiple Species at Risk in Southwestern Saskatchewan: South of the Divide identifies the critical habitat for both the Sprague's Pipit and the Swift Fox in a number of areas, including within a federally protected area.
Notice is hereby given that, pursuant to subsection 58(2) of the Species at Risk Act, subsection 58(1) of that Act applies, 90 days after publication of this notice, to the critical habitat of the Spague's Pipit and Swift Fox — identified in the Action Plan for these species that is included on the Species at Risk Public Registry — and found within Prairie National Wildlife Area (unit number 11), described in Schedule 1 of the Wildlife Area Regulations made pursuant to the Canada Wildlife Act.
Interested parties are invited to contact Environment and Climate Change Canada by email at ec.protectionep-sarprotection.ec@canada.ca to request clarification regarding the location, biophysical attributes and protection of the critical habitat for these species. However, some details may be withheld to protect these species and their critical habitat.
February 17, 2018
Mary Jane Roberts
Director
Species at Risk Act Management and Regulatory Affairs
Canadian Wildlife Service
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DEPARTMENT OF THE ENVIRONMENT
PARKS CANADA AGENCY
SPECIES AT RISK ACT
Description of Chestnut-collared Longspur critical habitat in the Prairie National Wildlife Area (unit number 11) and Grasslands National Park of Canada
The Chestnut-collared Longspur (Calcarius ornatus) is a songbird listed as threatened on Schedule 1 of the Species at Risk Act and is a migratory bird protected under the Migratory Birds Convention Act, 1994. In Canada, the Chestnut-collared Longspur breeds in grazed mixed-grass prairie in southeastern Alberta, southern Saskatchewan and southwestern Manitoba.
The Amended Recovery Strategy for the Chestnut-collared Longspur (Calcarius ornatus) in Canada identifies the critical habitat for the species in a number of areas, including within federally protected areas.
Notice is hereby given that, pursuant to subsection 58(2) of the Species at Risk Act, subsection 58(1) of that Act applies, 90 days after this publication, to the critical habitat of the Chestnut-collared Longspur — identified in the recovery strategy for that species that is included on the Species at Risk Public Registry — and found within the following federally protected areas: Prairie National Wildlife Area (unit number 11), described in Schedule 1 of the Wildlife Area Regulations made pursuant to the Canada Wildlife Act, and Grasslands National Park of Canada, whose boundaries are described in Schedule 1 of the Canada National Parks Act.
Interested parties are invited to contact Environment and Climate Change Canada by email at ec.protectionep-sarprotection.ec@canada.ca to request clarification regarding the location, biophysical attributes and protection of this species' critical habitat. However, some details may be withheld to protect the species and its critical habitat.
February 17, 2018
Mary Jane Roberts
Director
Species at Risk Management and Regulatory Affairs
Canadian Wildlife Service
Environment and Climate Change Canada
Adriana Bacheschi
Acting Field Unit Superintendent
Saskatchewan South Field Unit
Parks Canada Agency
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INNOVATION, SCIENCE AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CANADA
RADIOCOMMUNICATION ACT
Notice No. SLPB-001-18 — Spectrum Licence Renewal Process for Advanced Wireless Services (AWS-1) and Other Spectrum in the 2 GHz Range
The intent of this notice is to announce the release of the document entitled Spectrum Licence Renewal Process for Advanced Wireless Services (AWS-1) and Other Spectrum in the 2 GHz Range, which sets out Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada's (ISED) decisions with respect to the licence renewal process for the following spectrum bands:
- (a) advanced wireless services 1710-1755 MHz/2110-2155 MHz (AWS-1);
- (b) personal communications services (PCS) extension bands 1910-1915 MHz/1990-1995 MHz (G Block); and
- (c) 1670-1675 MHz (I Block).
In particular, the document announces the decisions related to eligibility for renewal, licence terms, new deployment requirements, and other conditions of licence for the new licences.
This document is the result of the consultation process initiated through Notice No. SLPB-002-17, Consultation on a Licence Renewal Process for Advanced Wireless Services and Other Spectrum.
Questions regarding this licence renewal process may be sent to the Senior Director, Spectrum Licensing and Auction Operations.
Obtaining copies
Copies of this notice and of documents referred to herein are available electronically on the ISED Spectrum Management and Telecommunications website.
Official versions of notices can be viewed on the Canada Gazette website.
February 8, 2018
Adam Scott
Director General
Spectrum Licensing Policy Branch
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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 will use 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 will 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.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| President and Chief Executive Officer | Atomic Energy of Canada Limited | |
| Directors | Bank of Canada | February 20, 2018 |
| Chairperson | Canada Lands Company Limited | |
| President and Chief Executive Officer | Canada Post Corporation | |
| Chief Executive Officer | Canadian Air Transport Security Authority | |
| President | Canadian Broadcasting Corporation | |
| Chief Executive Officer | Canadian Dairy Commission | |
| President | Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission | February 26, 2018 |
| Members (appointment to roster) | International Trade and International Investment Dispute Settlement Bodies | |
| Parliamentary Librarian | Library of Parliament | |
| Chief Electoral Officer | Office of the Chief Electoral Officer | |
| Information Commissioner | Office of the Information Commissioner | |
| Directors | Public Sector Pension Investment Board | February 22, 2018 |
| Commissioner | Royal Canadian Mounted Police | |
| Chairperson | Social Security Tribunal | |
| Executive Director | Telefilm Canada | |
| Chief Executive Officer | Windsor-Detroit Bridge Authority | |
| Directors | Windsor-Detroit Bridge Authority | February 19, 2018 |
Ongoing opportunities
| Position | Organization | Closing date |
|---|---|---|
| Full-time and Part-time Members | Immigration and Refugee Board | June 29, 2018 |
Upcoming opportunities
| Position | Organization |
|---|---|
| Chairperson | Civilian Review and Complaints Commission for the Royal Canadian Mounted Police |
| Sergeant-at-Arms | House of Commons |
| Commissioner | International Joint Commission |
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BANK OF CANADA
| ASSETS | Amount | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Cash and foreign deposits | 14.6 | |
| Loans and receivables | ||
| Securities purchased under resale agreements | 9,478.5 | |
| Advances | — | |
| Other receivables | 4.5 | |
| 9,483.0 | ||
| Investments | ||
| Treasury bills of Canada | 18,370.4 | |
| Government of Canada bonds | 82,087.0 | |
| Other investments | 403.6 | |
| 100,861.0 | ||
| Property and equipment | 569.0 | |
| Intangible assets | 40.1 | |
| Other assets | 132.6 | |
| Total assets | 111,100.3 | |
| LIABILITIES AND EQUITY | Amount | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Bank notes in circulation | 85,855.9 | |
| Deposits | ||
| Government of Canada | 21,454.2 | |
| Members of Payments Canada | 500.3 | |
| Other deposits | 2,274.3 | |
| 24,228.8 | ||
| Securities sold under repurchase agreements | — | |
| Other liabilities | 520.0 | |
| 110,604.7 | ||
| Equity | ||
| Share capital | 5.0 | |
| Statutory and special reserves | 125.0 | |
| Available-for-sale reserve | 365.6 | |
| 495.6 | ||
| Total Liabilities and Equity | 111,100.3 | |
I declare that the foregoing statement is correct according to the books of the Bank.
Ottawa, February 1, 2018
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 1, 2018
Carolyn A. Wilkins
Senior Deputy Governor
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