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Vol. 134, No. 49 — December 2, 2000
GOVERNMENT NOTICES
DEPARTMENT OF THE ENVIRONMENT
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
CANADIAN ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ACT, 1999
Notice of Suspension of Five-Year Period for Aluminum Chloride, Aluminum Nitrate, Aluminum Sulphate, a Substance Specified on the Priority Substances List (Subsection 78(2) of the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999)
Whereas the substance aluminum chloride, aluminum nitrate, aluminum sulphate is specified on the Priority Substances List,
Whereas the Ministers of the Environment and of Health are satisfied that the following additional information is required to assess whether the substance aluminum chloride, aluminum nitrate, aluminum sulphate is toxic or capable of becoming toxic:
— Information on the biological plausibility of the potential association between exposure to aluminum salts in the environment and Alzheimer's disease,
Notice therefore is hereby given that, pursuant to subsection 78(2) of the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999, the five-year period for the substance aluminum chloride, aluminum nitrate, aluminum sulphate referred to in subsection 78(1) of the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999 is suspended for six years from the publication of this notice.
Copies of the State-of-the-Science Report for Aluminum Chloride, Aluminum Nitrate, Aluminum Sulphate may be obtained from the Priority Substances List Assessment Program Home Page (www.ec.gc.ca/cceb1/eng/final/index_e.html), from the Priority Substances List Program, Department of the Environment, Hull, Quebec K1A 0H3, (819) 953-4936 (Facsimile), or by electronic mail to PSL.LSIP@ec.gc.ca.
DAVID ANDERSON
Minister of the Environment
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DEPARTMENT OF THE ENVIRONMENT
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
CANADIAN ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ACT, 1999
Notice of Suspension of Five-Year Period for Ethylene Glycol, a Substance Specified on the Priority Substances List (Subsection 78(2) of the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999)
Whereas the substance ethylene glycol is specified on the Priority Substances List,
Whereas the Ministers of the Environment and of Health are satisfied that the following additional information is required to assess whether the substance ethylene glycol is toxic or capable of becoming toxic:
— Range and distribution of concentrations of ethylene glycol in currently available consumer products in Canada
— Monitoring information on concentrations of ethylene glycol in the vicinity of industrial point sources
— Information on progression of ethylene glycol induced renal lesions in the likely most sensitive strain of rat,
Notice therefore is hereby given that, pursuant to subsection 78(2) of the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999, the five-year period for the substance ethylene glycol referred to in subsection 78(1) of the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999 is suspended for five years from the publication of this notice.
Copies of the State-of-the-Science Report for Ethylene Glycol may be obtained from the Priority Substances List Assessment Program Home Page (www.ec.gc.ca/cceb1/eng/final/index_e. html), from the Priority Substances List Program, Department of the Environment, Hull, Quebec K1A 0H3, (819) 953-4936 (Facsimile), or by electronic mail to PSL.LSIP@ec.gc.ca.
DAVID ANDERSON
Minister of the Environment
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DEPARTMENT OF THE ENVIRONMENT
CANADIAN ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ACT, 1999
Notice is hereby given that, pursuant to the provisions of Part 7, Division 3, of the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999, the conditions of Permit No. 4543-2-03244 are amended as follows:
9. Total Quantity to Be Dumped: Not to exceed 90 000 m3.
J. B. WILSON
Environmental Protection
Pacific and Yukon Region
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DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE
CUSTOMS TARIFF
Amendments to the Harmonized System (HS) Nomenclature Pursuant to Article 16 of the International Convention on the Harmonized Commodity Description and Coding System
The World Customs Organization (WCO) in Brussels has recommended certain amendments to the structure and nomenclature of the Harmonized System (HS), which is the basis for the Canadian Customs Tariff and statistical nomenclature. Canada, as a signatory and therefore a Contracting Party to the international HS Convention, will be required to adopt these amendments and implement them effective January 1, 2002.
Background
The HS, which comprises a six-digit nomenclature, forms the basis of the national tariff nomenclatures for most countries, including Canada and all other member countries of the World Trade Organization.
The structure of the Schedule to the Canadian Customs Tariff is based upon the international HS. The Customs Tariff includes two additional digits for tariff description and duty-rate purposes. In addition, the Canada Customs and Revenue Agency consolidation of the Customs Tariff includes two digits for statistical purposes. The Customs Tariff has incorporated the HS as the basis for the structure of its tariff provisions since January 1, 1988.
To keep the system up-to-date, the HS is reviewed and amended, from time to time, in light of changes in technology and patterns of international trade. The most recent review cycle has been completed, resulting in the adoption by the WCO in June 1999 of a series of recommendations for changes. Canada, along with the other Contracting Parties, will be required to implement these changes into its Customs Tariff effective January 1, 2002.
Scope of the HS Amendments
The changes recommended by the WCO will introduce amendments to 57 of the HS's 97 chapters. The most extensive changes have been made to the chapters pertaining to fruit and vegetable preparations, chemicals, pharmaceutical products, rubber, leather, wood and paper products, knitted or crocheted fabrics, miscellaneous non-ferrous base metals, machinery and electrical equipment.
The WCO amendments make changes extending to the six-digit level. Consequential amendments to the eight-digit tariff item level will be required. These amendments are being developed in a manner which strives to be revenue neutral and ensure the maintenance, to the extent possible, of the existing tariff rate structure.
Interested Parties
While extensive industry consultations were undertaken on the recommended HS amendments, interested parties are requested to take note of the above. For the information of interested parties, the HS amendments to the Nomenclature adopted by the WCO are available on the WCO Web site http://www.wcoomd.org/ HSC/Hsliste.htm). An electronic version of this notice is available on the Department of Finance Canada Web site http://www.fin. gc.ca/activty/itf_cfi/gaz2000e.html.
Once the appropriate changes to the Customs Tariff have been identified, the proposed amendments will be widely disseminated to ensure that all parties have an opportunity for review.
Inquiries
For further information contact Mr. Ignatius Leron, International Nomenclature Development, Canada Customs and Revenue Agency, Sir Richard Scott Building, 7th Floor, 191 Laurier Avenue W, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0L5, (613) 954-6867 (Telephone), (613) 941-2034 (Facsimile), and Ms. Sheila Woodman, International Trade Division, Concepts and Liaison, Statistics Canada, Tunney's Pasture, Jean Talon Building, 9th Floor, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0T6, (613) 951-0412 (Telephone), (613) 951-0117 (Facsimile).
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DEPARTMENT OF INDUSTRY
OFFICE OF THE REGISTRAR GENERAL
Appointments
| Name and Position | Order in Council |
|---|---|
| Gushue, The Hon. James R. | 2000-1692 |
| Government of Newfoundland | |
| Administrator | |
| November 20 to December 2, 2000 | |
| Smith, The Hon. Heather J. | 2000-1693 |
| Government of Ontario | |
| Administrator | |
| November 23 and 24, 2000 |
November 20, 2000
JACQUELINE GRAVELLE
Manager
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DEPARTMENT OF INDUSTRY
CANADA CORPORATIONS ACT
Application for Surrender of Charter
Notice is hereby given that, pursuant to the provisions of the Canada Corporations Act, an application for surrender of charter was received from:
| File Number | Name of Company | Received |
|---|---|---|
| 354634-9 | BLUEMARBLE INSTITUTE | 26/10/00 |
November 24, 2000
MARC LEBLANC
Director
Incorporation and Disclosure
Services Branch
For the Minister of Industry
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DEPARTMENT OF INDUSTRY
CANADA CORPORATIONS ACT
Letters Patent
Notice is hereby given that, pursuant to the provisions of the Canada Corporations Act, letters patent have been issued to:
| File Number | Name of Company | Head Office | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 380737-1 | AMBULANCIERS DU MONDE WORLD AMBULANCE ATTENDANTS |
Territoire de la Métropole (Qué.) | 07/09/00 |
| 381617-6 | BOWLING FEDERATION OF CANADA FEDERATION DE QUILLES DU CANADA |
Regional Municipality of Ottawa-Carleton, Ont. | 26/09/00 |
| 382116-1 | CALL OF THE MINARET | Municipality of Toronto, Ont. | 05/10/00 |
| 382390-3 | CANADIAN AMPUTEE GOLF ASSOCIATION | Calgary, Alta. | 18/10/00 |
| 373258-4 | CANADIAN ASSOCIATION OF NEURO-LINGUISTICS PROGRAMMING (CANLP) ASSOCIATION CANADIENNE DE PROGRAMMATION NEURO-LINGUISTIQUE (ACPNL) |
Oakville, Ont. | 15/03/00 |
| 383055-1 | CANADIAN INTERNATIONAL KUOSHU AND WUSHU FEDERATION | Mississauga, Ont. | 02/10/00 |
| 380774-6 | CANADIAN RHEUMATOLOGY ASSOCIATION LA SOCIÉTÉ CANADIENNE DE RHUMATOLOGIE |
Regional Municipality of York, Ont. | 08/09/00 |
| 381043-7 | Catholic Family & Human Rights Institute Canada | Ottawa, Ont. | 14/09/00 |
| 382573-6 | CHILD RESCUE CANADA | Regional Municipality of Ottawa-Carleton, Ont. | 23/10/00 |
| 380269-8 | CHRISTIAN MINISTERIAL FELLOWSHIP OF CANADA | Brampton, Ont. | 25/09/00 |
| 382344-0 | CITIZEN'S DIGITAL FACILITATION | Ottawa, Ont. | 17/10/00 |
| 383171-0 | CITIZENS WITHOUT BORDERS ASSOCIATION | Toronto, Ont. | 14/11/00 |
| 380845-9 | CUES CANADA EAST COUNCIL | Toronto, Ont. | 07/09/00 |
| 382692-9 | DAGON BUDDHIST DHARMA FOUNDATION FONDATION DAGOM BOUDDHISTE DHARMA | Metropolitain Region of Montréal, Que. | 28/10/00 |
| 382545-1 | DOVE (5-FOLD) MINISTRIES INC. | Winkler, Manitoba | 23/10/00 |
| 383066-7 | FEDERATION CANADIENNE DES CLUBS D'INVESTISSEMENT (FCCI) CANADIAN FEDERATION OF INVESTMENT CLUBS (CFIC) |
Territory of Greater Montréal, Que. | 03/11/00 |
| 382473-0 | FIRE HALL MUSEUM AND EDUCATION CENTRE | Cambridge, Ont. | 19/10/00 |
| 382553-1 | FONDATION HÉLIANE R. ALONZO | Laval (Qué.) | 24/10/00 |
| 382459-4 | FONDATION JEUNESSE-VIE | Région métropolitaine de Montréal (Qué.) | 20/10/00 |
| 376462-1 | INSTITUT BIBLIQUE MONTRÉAL (I.B.Mtl) | Montréal (Qué.) | 23/10/00 |
| 383234-1 | HARBOUR AUTHORITY OF AQUAFORTE | Aquaforte, Nfld. | 07/11/00 |
| 383341-1 | HARBOUR AUTHORITY OF MCCALLUM | McCallum, Nfld. | 14/11/00 |
| 382294-0 | HUYCK'S BAY CAMPGROUND CORPORATION | Oshawa, Ont. | 16/10/00 |
| 382680-5 | IMPACT CHRÉTIEN MISSIONNAIRE | Montréal (Qué.) | 26/10/00 |
| 381177-8 | International Media Training Network | Ottawa, Ont. | 18/09/00 |
| 383256-2 | INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY OF ADDICTION MEDICINE INC. | Calgary, Alta. | 09/11/00 |
| 383298-8 | INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY OF BLOOD TRANSFUSION 2002 INC. | Vancouver, B.C. | 09/11/00 |
| 382311-3 | KINOOSAO HARBOUR AUTHORITY INC. | Kinoosao, Sask. | 12/10/00 |
| 382304-1 | LA COMPAGNIE DES AMIS DU CINÉMA | Territoire de la Métropole (Qué.) | 16/10/00 |
| 382464-1 | LIVING FAITH TODAY INTERNATIONAL, INCORPORATED | Calgary, Alta. | 20/10/00 |
| 382574-4 | LONDON BIOTECHNOLOGY COMMERCIALIZATION CENTRE | London, Ont. | 23/10/00 |
| 383074-8 | MARILYN AND SIMON COBRIN FOUNDATION FONDATION MARILYN AND SIMON COBRIN | Metropole Territory, Que. | 03/11/00 |
| 382115-3 | Mary Kay Ash Charitable Foundation - Canada | Mississauga, Ont. | 20/10/00 |
| 383225-2 | NAMO BUDDHA FOUNDATION | Greater Vancouver Regional District, B.C. | 03/11/00 |
| 382102-1 | NATIONS TRINITY MINISTRIES INC. (NTM) | Ottawa, Ont. | 06/10/00 |
| 381638-9 | NORTH AMERICAN BAPTIST CONFERENCE FOUNDATION OF CANADA | Edmonton, Alta. | 27/09/00 |
| 381725-3 | NORTHERN COALITION CORPORATION | Town of Happy Valley, Labrador, Nfld. | 29/09/00 |
| 382579-5 | NORTHERN EXPOSURE GIFT COMPANY | Dawson Creek, B.C. | 24/10/00 |
| 382306-7 | OTTAWA BIOTECHNOLOGY INCUBATION CENTRE INC. CENTRE D'INCUBATION EN BIOTECHNOLOGIE D'OTTAWA INC. |
Regional Municipality of Ottawa-Carleton, Ont. |
16/10/00 |
| 381647-8 | PLANET COMPUTE | Peterborough, Ont. | 27/09/00 |
| 382273-7 | QUEST ACADEMY | Ottawa, Ont. | 12/10/00 |
| 381829-2 | RADIO STARMAKER FUND | Ottawa, Ont. | 17/10/00 |
| 382118-8 | RCA FOUNDATION CANADA | Cambridge, Ont. | 10/10/00 |
| 381840-3 | ROCKLIFFE PARK RESIDENTS ASSOCIATION | Ottawa, Ont. | 02/10/00 |
| 382577-9 | ROOTS OF EMPATHY | Toronto, Ont. | 24/10/00 |
| 382144-7 | SHIFA (Canada) Foundation | Ottawa, Ont. | 11/10/00 |
| 381914-1 | SMD ABITECH INC. | Winnipeg, Man. | 03/10/00 |
| 381129-8 | STAR ACADEMY CHARITABLE CORPORATION | Mississauga, Ont. | 15/09/00 |
| 382159-5 | SWIM EDUCATORS OF LINDSAY PARK INC. | Calgary, Alta. | 12/10/00 |
| 383389-5 | THE BOREALIS FOUNDATION | Ottawa, Ont. | 15/09/00 |
| 382327-0 | THE HELPING OUR PEOPLE ENDURE FOUNDATION | Toronto, Ont. | 16/10/00 |
| 382425-0 | THE ONTARIO HISTORICAL SOCIETY FOUNDATION | Toronto, Ont. | 19/10/00 |
| 382343-1 | THE RESEARCH INSTITUTE AT LAKERIDGE HEALTH | Oshawa, Ont. | 17/10/00 |
| 382472-1 | TORONTO MANDARIN CHINESE COMMUNITY CHURCH | Municipality of Scarborough, City of Toronto, Ont. |
18/10/00 |
| 382465-9 | TOUJOURS ENSEMBLE FOUNDATION LA FONDATION TOUJOURS ENSEMBLE |
Territory of Greater Montréal, Que. | 20/10/00 |
| 378239-5 | TOURISM FEDERATION OF ONTARIO | Peterborough, Ont. | 29/06/00 |
| 382379-2 | True Directions Charitable Foundation | Surrey, B.C. | 18/10/00 |
| 382807-7 | UNICA CITIZENS UNITY SOCIETY | Ottawa, Ont. | 30/10/00 |
| 383255-4 | WORLD COUNCIL FOR NON-SMOKING | Toronto, Ont. | 09/11/00 |
| 376418-4 | ZION CORNERSTONE MINISTRIES | Regional Municipality of York, Ont. | 19/05/00 |
November 24, 2000
MARC LEBLANC
Director
Incorporation and Disclosure
Services Branch
For the Minister of Industry
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DEPARTMENT OF INDUSTRY
CANADA CORPORATIONS ACT
Supplementary Letters Patent
Notice is hereby given that, pursuant to the provisions of the Canada Corporations Act, supplementary letters patent have been issued to:
| File Number | Company Name | Date of S.L.P. |
|---|---|---|
| 366901-7 | A ROCHA CANADA - CHRISTIANS IN CONSERVATION | 18/10/00 |
| 195434-2 | FÉDÉRATION DES PUERI CANTORES DU QUÉBEC INC. | 25/07/00 |
| 267168-9 | LES SENTIERS DE LA PAIX ET DE L'AMOUR | 27/10/00 |
| 374416-7 | Oak Ridges Moraine Land Trust | 02/10/00 |
| 311435-0 | ROTARY SENIORS' VILLAGE | 02/11/00 |
| 319983-5 | THE HARVEST GROUP OF CHURCHES AND MINISTRIES, INC. | 04/10/00 |
| 175167-1 | WORLD HELLENIC UNITY OF NATIONALITIES | 08/11/00 |
November 24, 2000
MARC LEBLANC
Director
Incorporation and Disclosure
Services Branch
For the Minister of Industry
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DEPARTMENT OF INDUSTRY
CANADA CORPORATIONS ACT
Supplementary Letters Patent — Name Change
Notice is hereby given that, pursuant to the provisions of the Canada Corporations Act, supplementary letters patent have been issued to:
| File Number | Old Company Name | New Company Name | Date of S.L.P. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 277632-4 | Association Québécoise des Bio-Industries Quebec Bio-Industries Association |
BioQuébec | 13/10/00 |
| 136685-8 | BALFOUR INSTITUTE FOR INTERNATIONAL MANAGEMENT | SPORTS TOURISM INTERNATIONAL COUNCIL | 04/08/00 |
| 034758-2 | CANADIAN INSTITUTE OF FORESTRY INSTITUT FORESTIER DU CANADA |
Canadian Institute of Forestry Institut forestier du Canada |
18/10/00 |
| 268404-7 | Centre Ka UAUITSHIAKANIT INC. | Centre Miam Uapukun Inc. | 16/10/00 |
| 360449-7 | CENTRE INTERNATIONAL DE RESSOURCES JURIDIQUES INTERNATIONAL CENTER FOR LEGAL RESOURCES |
CENTRE INTERNATIONAL DE RESSOURCES JURIDIQUES INTERNATIONAL LEGAL RESOURCES CENTRE |
10/10/00 |
| 190607-1 | Independent Life Insurance Brokers of Canada Les Courtiers D'Assurance-Vie Independant du Canada |
Independent Financial Brokers of Canada Courtiers Indépendants en Sécurité Financière du Canada |
14/09/00 |
| 378496-7 | KASHRUTH COUNCIL OF CANADA | Kashruth Council of Canada Le Conseil Cacherout du Canada |
27/09/00 |
| 220047-3 | LINCOLN AGAPE CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP, INC. | LINCOLN AGAPE CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP FAITH FAMILY CHURCH INC. | 13/10/00 |
| 024170-9 | The CIBC Wood Gundy Children's Miracle Foundation | CIBC WORLD MARKETS CHILDREN'S MIRACLE FOUNDATION | 12/10/00 |
November 24, 2000
MARC LEBLANC
Director
Incorporation and Disclosure
Services Branch
For the Minister of Industry
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DEPARTMENT OF INDUSTRY
RADIOCOMMUNICATION ACT
Notice No. DGTP-009-00 — Proposed Spectrum Policy for Licence Exempt Wireless Devices in the Bands 46.7-46.9 GHz, 57-64 GHz and 76-77 GHz
The purpose of this notice is to invite public comments on spectrum policy proposals for the introduction of new licence exempt wireless devices in the frequency bands 46.7-46.9 GHz, 57-64 GHz and 76-77 GHz. These bands may support a wide range of innovative licence exempt (LE) products, services and applications. Of particular interest is the provisioning of short range high capacity wireless communication devices for the delivery of multimedia applications in the 59-64 GHz band, and commercial vehicle mounted field disturbance sensors for vehicle radiolocation (radar) applications in the bands 46.7-46.9 GHz and 76-77 GHz. The consultation on the introduction of these devices includes proposals for the technical provisions which would be incorporated in Radio Standards Specifications 210 (RSS-210).
Industry Canada will pursue its policy formulation activity regarding LE devices taking into account the developments in other countries with respect to these devices and applications. Given that a number of administrations have already made provisions for these types of licence exempt devices for consumer applications, the Department expects to move quickly on this issue.
The document entitled Proposed Spectrum Policy for Licence Exempt Wireless Devices in the bands 46.7-46.9 GHz, 57-64 GHz and 76-77 GHz is available for public comment. These comments will provide the basis for the adoption of spectrum policy provisions and technical standards. This document is available electronically on the Internet at the following address:
World Wide Web (WWW)
http://strategis.ic.gc.ca/spectrum
or can be obtained in hard copy (for a fee), from: Tyrell Press Ltd., 2714 Fenton Road, Gloucester, Ontario K1T 3T7, 1-800-267-4862 (Canada toll-free telephone), 1-800-574-0137 (United States toll-free telephone), (613) 822-0740 (Worldwide telephone), (613) 822-1089 (Facsimile); and DLS, St-Joseph Print Group Inc., 45 Sacré-Cœur Boulevard, Hull, Quebec J8X 1C6, (819) 779-4335 (Telephone), (819) 779-2833 (Facsimile).
Invitation to Comment
Industry Canada invites interested parties to provide their views and comments on the Consultation Paper issued through this notice. To ensure that all comments are duly considered, submissions must be received no later than January 8, 2001. All comments will be posted on the Industry Canada spectrum Web site (http://strategis.ic.gc.ca/spectrum). Shortly after the close of the comment period, all submissions received will also be available in hard copy, for a fee, from the addresses listed above.
Interested parties are encouraged to submit their comments in electronic format (WordPerfect, Microsoft Word, Adobe PDF or ASCII TXT) to facilitate posting on the Department's Web site. Documents submitted should be sent with a note specifying the software, version number and operating system used. All comments should make reference to "Comments — Canada Gazette Notice DGTP-009-00" and be sent to DGTP-DSRS@ic.gc.ca. Written submissions must be addressed to the Director General, Telecommunications Policy Branch, Industry Canada, 300 Slater Street, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0C8. They must cite the Canada Gazette, Part I, notice publication date, the title and the notice reference number (DGTP-009-00).
November 24, 2000
MICHAEL HELM
Director General
Telecommunications Policy Branch
R. W. MCCAUGHERN
Director General
Spectrum Engineering Branch
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DEPARTMENT OF INDUSTRY
RADIOCOMMUNICATION ACT
Notice No. SMSE-011-00
This notice announces the release of the following Standard Radio System Plan (SRSP):
Technical Requirements for Fixed Line-of-sight Radio Systems Operating in the Bands 1427-1452 MHz and 1492-1517 MHz (SRSP-301.4, Issue 2).
This SRSP states the technical requirements for:
— Fixed, Line-of-sight, Subscriber Radio Systems (SRS).
— Narrow-band Multipoint Communication Systems (N-MCS).
This standard replaces SRSP-301.4, Issue 1.
Copies of this notice and of the above SRSP are available on the Internet at the following address:
World Wide Web (WWW)
http://strategis.ic.gc.ca/spectrum
or can be obtained in hard copy (for a fee), from: Tyrell Press Ltd., 2714 Fenton Road, Gloucester, Ontario K1T 3T7, 1-800-267-4862 (Canada toll-free telephone), 1-800-574-0137 (United States toll-free telephone), (613) 822-0740 (Worldwide telephone), (613) 822-1089 (Facsimile); and DLS, St-Joseph Print Group Inc., 45 Sacré-Cœur Boulevard, Hull, Quebec J8X 1C6, (819) 779-4335 (Worldwide telephone), (819) 779-2833 (Facsimile).
December 2, 2000
R. W. MCCAUGHERN
Director General
Spectrum Engineering Branch
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DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
CANADA-NOVA SCOTIA OFFSHORE PETROLEUM RESOURCES ACCORD IMPLEMENTATION ACT
Joint Directive
Notice is hereby given that Natural Resources Canada and the Nova Scotia Petroleum Directorate, in view of the growing public concerns about oil and gas exploration offshore Cape Breton, issue this joint directive to the Canada-Nova Scotia Offshore Petroleum Board to conduct a public review of potential oil and gas exploration and drilling activities within Exploration Licenses 2364, 2365 and 2368. This public review, conducted pursuant to section 44 of the Accord Acts, must be conducted in advance of any activities in these areas.
As a result of the concerns which have been expressed to us, it is clear that the public, particularly the inshore fishers, need to be more fully engaged in discussions about proposed activities in these areas. Every opportunity should be taken to make all relevant information available to potentially affected parties before the public review.
The Canada-Nova Scotia Offshore Petroleum Board and the various government departments with an interest should enhance communications among themselves, and should also enhance the coordination of communications to the public on these matters.
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NOTICE OF VACANCIES
NATIONAL FILM BOARD
Government Film Commissioner and Chairperson (Full-time Position)
The National Film Board (NFB) is a cultural agency reporting to Parliament through the Minister of Canadian Heritage. This public film institution, which is autonomous and traditionally has an arm's length relationship with the Government, contributes in many ways to Canadian cultural policy objectives.
Location: Greater Montréal Region
The successful candidate must have a university degree in a relevant field of study, or a combination of equivalent education, job-related training and experience. The preferred candidate should also have extensive experience in the cultural sector, preferably the film, television and multimedia industry, with demonstrated management experience at the senior level. A clear vision of the National Film Board and in-depth knowledge of the NFB's mission, main activities, productions, history and place in the Canadian and international film communities are required.
The ideal candidate possesses strong leadership qualities, is innovative, action-oriented and has sound judgement. Superior interpersonal and communication skills are also requisite. Awareness of and exposure to the multicultural realities of Canada and a good understanding of how government operates are assets.
The successful candidate must be prepared to relocate to the Greater Montréal Region or to a location within reasonable commuting distance.
Proficiency in both official languages is essential.
The chosen candidate may not have any pecuniary interest, direct or indirect, individually or as a shareholder or partner or otherwise, in commercial film activity.
The selected candidate will also be subject to the Conflict of Interest and Post-Employment Code for Public Office Holders. Before or upon assuming their official duties and responsibilities, public office holders appointed on a full-time basis must sign a document certifying that, as a condition of holding office, they will observe the Code. They must also submit to the Office of the Ethics Counsellor, within 60 days of appointment, a Confidential Report in which they disclose all of their assets, liabilities and outside activities. To obtain copies of the Code and Confidential Report, visit the Office of the Ethics Counsellor's Web site at http://strategis.ic.gc.ca/ethics.
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. Applications forwarded through the Internet will not be considered for reasons of confidentiality.
Please send your curriculum vitae by December 22, 2000, to the Director of Appointments, Prime Minister's Office, Langevin Block, 80 Wellington Street, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0A2, (613) 957-5743 (Facsimile). To facilitate administrative processes, please indicate that you are applying for the "National Film Board."
Further information is available on request.
Bilingual notices of vacancies will be produced in alternative format (i.e. audio cassette, diskette, braille, large print, etc.) upon request. For further information, please contact Canadian Government Publishing, Public Works and Government Services Canada, Ottawa, Canada K1A 0S9, (819) 956-4800 or 1-800- 635-7943.
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OFFICE OF THE AUDITOR GENERAL OF CANADA
Auditor General of Canada
The Office of the Auditor General of Canada (OAGC) conducts independent audits and examinations of the consolidated financial statements of the Government of Canada, of federal departments, agencies and Crown corporations, as well as territorial governments and other entities which include some international organizations, to provide objective information, advice and assurance to Parliament. The OAGC promotes accountability and best practices in government operations by advocating a fair and frank accounting of government's stewardship of financial and other resources, efficiency and productivity in the public service, cost effectiveness of government activities and collection of revenues owed to the Crown. The OAGC audits most areas of the Canadian government. This includes a vast range of activities: health, culture, the environment, finance, agriculture, transportation, and scientific research, to name a few. With the creation of the position of Commissioner of the Environment and Sustainable Development in December 1995, the OAGC's responsibilities related to environmental matters increased considerably. The Commissioner, on behalf of the Auditor General, reports to the House of Commons on all matters related to the environment and sustainable development which should be brought to its attention.
The Auditor General is independent of the government of the day, and is appointed for a 10-year period. The Auditor General has the right to ask the government for any information required to do the job as outlined in the Auditor General Act. Moreover, the Auditor General submits his/her reports directly to the House of Commons.
Location: National Capital Region
The successful candidate must have a degree from a recognized university, preferably with a specialization in accounting, and must be a highly competent, seasoned chartered accountant and auditor. The preferred candidate should have extensive experience in auditing practices such as attest auditing, value for money and human resources management optimization. Management experience at the senior executive level, in a private or public sector organization, with demonstrated success in strategic management and organizational change, particularly in circumstances where financial and/or human resources constraints are major factors, is required. In addition, a good understanding of the role, responsibilities and policies of the Office of the Auditor General and its relationship to Parliament and government, as well as the Canadian Parliamentary system, how government operates and the management environment within the Public Service, are also necessary.
The ideal candidate should be knowledgeable of current developments within the accounting and auditing fields, including accrual accounting and environmental auditing, and be able to understand and respond strategically and reasonably to complex situations. The chosen candidate will have integrity, sound judgement, organizational awareness and possess a constructive approach. An appreciation of the goals of the Government of Canada with regard to the evolving management framework is essential.
The successful candidate must be prepared to relocate to the National Capital Region or to a location within reasonable commuting distance.
Proficiency in both official languages is essential.
The selected candidate will be subject to the Conflict of Interest and Post-Employment Code for Public Office Holders. Before or upon assuming their official duties and responsibilities, public office holders appointed on a full-time basis must sign a document certifying that, as a condition of holding office, they will observe the Code. They must also submit to the Office of the Ethics Counsellor, within 60 days of appointment, a Confidential Report in which they disclose all of their assets, liabilities and outside activities. To obtain copies of the Code and Confidential Report, visit the Office of the Ethics Counsellor's Web site at http://strategis.ic.gc.ca/ethics.
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. Applications forwarded through the Internet will not be considered for reasons of confidentiality.
Please send your curriculum vitae by December 22, 2000, to Robert Lord, Chair of the Consultative Committee to the Selection Board, c/o the Director of Appointments and Compensation, Management Priorities and Senior Personnel Secretariat, Privy Council Office, Room 110, Post Office Building, 59 Sparks Street, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0A3, (613) 957-5006 (Facsimile).
Further information is available on request.
Bilingual notices of vacancies will be produced in alternative format (i.e. audio cassette, diskette, braille, large print, etc.) upon request. For further information, please contact Canadian Government Publishing, Public Works and Government Services Canada, Ottawa, Canada K1A 0S9, (819) 956-4800 or 1-800-635-7943.
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OFFICE OF THE SUPERINTENDENT OF FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS
BANK ACT
Mellon Bank, N.A. — Order Permitting a Foreign Bank to Establish a Branch in Canada
Notice is hereby given of the making of an order by the Secretary of State (International Financial Institutions), on behalf of the Minister of Finance, pursuant to subsection 524(1) of the Bank Act, permitting Mellon Bank, N.A. to establish a branch in Canada. The order was effective November 10, 2000.
November 20, 2000
JOHN PALMER
Superintendent of Financial Institutions
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