Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)

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Timeline

  1. Hard Power Pivot

    Official policy shift toward economic and military leverage in international relations.

  2. SEMA Expansion

    New regulations allow for the seizure and redistribution of sanctioned foreign assets.

  3. ICA Modernization

    Royal Assent given to Bill C-34, strengthening national security review powers.

  4. Supply Chain Act Enforcement

    Mandatory reporting on forced labour risks begins for large Canadian entities.

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Canada’s Pivot to Hard Power: New Regulatory Risks for Global Trade

Canada is undergoing a fundamental shift from soft-power diplomacy to a 'hard power' stance, triggering a wave of new regulatory requirements for global corporations. This transition is marked by stricter foreign investment reviews, expanded sanctions enforcement, and mandatory supply chain transparency.

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