Canada

CITT Amends Order on Photovoltaic Modules from China

The Canadian International Trade Tribunal has amended its order concerning photovoltaic modules and laminates from China. The amendment excludes specific flexible photovoltaic modules used in vehicles from the order.

Canadian International Trade Tribunal Initiates Inquiries and Reviews Cases

The Canadian International Trade Tribunal (CITT) has initiated a preliminary injury inquiry (PI-2025-010) concerning unarmoured building cables from China. The Tribunal also reviewed and continued orders related to photovoltaic modules and laminates, and carbon steel screws from China and Chinese Taipei, with amendments.

CITT Initiates Inquiry on Unarmoured Building Cables from China

The Canadian International Trade Tribunal (CITT) has initiated a preliminary injury inquiry into unarmoured building cables from China, following a complaint of dumping and subsidizing. The inquiry, PI-2025-010, is conducted under the Special Import Measures Act (SIMA). The CITT will determine by May 15, 2026, if there is a reasonable indication of injury.

Philips Recalls Allura Xper/Azurion Systems for X-ray Imaging Issues

Health Canada issued a recall for Philips Allura Xper and Azurion X-ray imaging systems due to performance issues with the wired foot switch. The recall affects multiple models and advises healthcare providers to contact the manufacturer for additional information.

Olympus Medical Cutting Forceps Recalled Due to Jaw Breakage Risk

Health Canada has issued a Type II recall for Olympus Medical PK/PKS/Everest Cutting Forceps due to a risk of jaw breakage during clinical use. The manufacturer identified inadequate supplier welding validation, and customers are requested to return affected products.

Siemens RAPIDPoint 500 Blood Gas Systems Recall

Health Canada has issued a Type II recall for Siemens RAPIDPoint 500 Blood Gas Systems due to Measurement Cartridges potentially being exposed to temperatures outside specified storage conditions during transport. This may affect cartridge performance, and affected healthcare providers should contact the manufacturer.

Medical Device Recall: Incorrect Expiration Dates

Health Canada has issued a recall for several medical devices, including the Approach® CTO Micro Wire Guide and various catheter sets, due to incorrect expiration dates on the labelling. The manufacturer, Cook Incorporated, is providing information to healthcare professionals. This recall impacts multiple lot and model numbers.

Health Canada Recalls GEM PAKs for GEM Premier 5000 Due to Errors

Health Canada has issued a recall for GEM PAKs used with the GEM Premier 5000 due to an increased incidence of 'Process Control Solution Not Detected' errors. These errors can lead to GEM PAK ejection and require replacement, potentially delaying patient management.

Health Canada Recalls Disinfectant Spray & Wipe Cleaner

Health Canada has issued a recall for specific lots of Coastwide CP15 Disinfectant Spray & Wipe Cleaner due to the active ingredient strength not meeting the labelled concentration. Retailers are instructed on the depth of the recall, and consumers are advised on actions to take.

Ben Gully Appointed Basel Committee Secretary General

The Basel Committee on Banking Supervision announced that Ben Gully, Deputy Superintendent at OSFI, will become its Secretary General in August 2026 for an initial three-year term. This appointment highlights OSFI's role in international financial regulation.