Measurement Canada

Multiple-dimension Measuring Devise-Specifications

Regulations Amending the Weights and Measures Regulations

Regulations Amending the Weights and Measures Regulations

Regulations Amending the Electricity and Gas Inspections Regulations

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Regulatory Initiative: Multiple-dimension Measuring Devise-Specifications – Forward Regulatory Plan 2013-15

Title or working title of the regulatory initiative:

Multiple-dimension Measuring Devise-Specifications

Description of objective:

The proposed Multiple-dimension Measuring Device Specifications relate to the Weights and Measures Act.

The Act and its regulations provide for the use of approved and inspected measuring devices, and set the rules for accurate measurement in the trade of measured products and services.

Multiple-dimension measuring devices are specialized measurement systems that are used by delivery companies to assist them in determining fees charged for delivering or storing a package.  In establishing a proper measurement for use in the calculation of freight or storage charges, the specialized measurement systems consider the volume of goods in addition to their weight.

The proposed specifications are necessary because the Weights and Measures Regulations do not adequately address this type of measurement technology or its application.  There have been numerous advancements since the Regulations were introduced more than 30 years ago and the proposed specifications address the continual evolution of measurement technology.

Indication of business impacts:

There are no expected business impacts.

Note:  The statement that there are no expected business impacts is an indication that the One-for-One Rule and the Small Business Lens are not expected to apply.

Public Consultation:

Interested stakeholders will have the opportunity to comment when the proposed regulations are pre-published in Canada Gazette, Part 1 (timing TBD).

Technical consultations with measuring device manufacturers and users have been conducted by Measurement Canada.

Departmental Contact:

Measurement Canada

If you wish to contact the department please use the following address: MC.REG@ic.gc.ca

For more information

To learn about upcoming or ongoing consultations on proposed federal regulations, visit the Canada Gazette and Consulting with Canadians Web sites.

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Regulatory Initiative: Regulations Amending the Weights and Measures Regulations – Forward Regulatory Plan 2013-15

Title or working title of the regulatory initiative:

Regulations Amending the Weights and Measures Regulations

Description of objective:

The proposed amendments are to the Weights and Measures Regulations, under the authority of the Weights and Measures Act.

The Act and its regulations provide for the use of approved and inspected measuring devices, and set the rules for accurate measurement in the trade of measured products and services.

The Regulations will be amended to reintroduce mandatory periodic examination (i.e. inspection) and certification of measuring devices used in eight trade sectors.  The sectors are dairy, downstream petroleum, fishing and fish products, forestry, grain and field crops, mining and metals, retail foods, and retail petroleum.  Changes will place the onus on the trader to have measuring devices undergo periodic examinations with the objective of improving the accuracy of measurement to ensure customers receive full measure of what they purchase.  It is also important for traders to receive payment for the full measure of what they trade.

Indication of business impacts:

There may be business impacts.  The “One-for-One” Rule and/or the Small Business Lens may apply

Public Consultation:

Interested stakeholders will have the opportunity to comment when the proposed regulations are pre-published in Canada Gazette, Part 1 (timing TBD).

Technical consultations have been conducted by Measurement Canada.

Departmental Contact:

Measurement Canada

If you wish to contact the department please use the following address: MC.REG@ic.gc.ca

For more information

To learn about upcoming or ongoing consultations on proposed federal regulations, visit the Canada Gazette and Consulting with Canadians Web sites.

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Regulatory Initiative: Regulations Amending the Weights and Measures Regulations– Forward Regulatory Plan 2013-15

Title or working title of the regulatory initiative:

Regulations Amending the Weights and Measures Regulations

Description of objective:

The proposed amendments are to the Weights and Measures Regulations, under the authority of the Weights and Measures Act.

The Act and its regulations provide for the use of approved and inspected measuring devices, and set the rules for accurate measurement in the trade of measured products and services.

The Regulations will be amended to implement the Administrative Monetary Penalty Regime established in the Act by chapter 3 of the 2011 Annual Statutes (An Act to amend the Electricity and Gas Inspection Act and the Weights and Measures Act).

The introduction of such a regime will enable a more flexible approach for promoting compliance with the Act.

Indication of business impacts:

There are no expected business impacts.

Note:  The statement that there are no expected business impacts is an indication that the One-for-One Rule and the Small Business Lens are not expected to apply.

Public Consultation:

Interested stakeholders will have the opportunity to comment when the proposed regulations are pre-published in Canada Gazette, Part 1 (timing TBD).

Technical consultations have been conducted by Measurement Canada.

Departmental Contact:

Measurement Canada

If you wish to contact the department please use the following address: MC.REG@ic.gc.ca

For more information

To learn about upcoming or ongoing consultations on proposed federal regulations, visit the Canada Gazette and Consulting with Canadians Web sites.

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Regulatory Initiative: Regulations Amending the Electricity and Gas Inspections Regulations – Forward Regulatory Plan 2013-15

Title or working title of the regulatory initiative:

Regulations Amending the Electricity and Gas Inspections Regulations

Description of objective:

The proposed amendments are to the Electricity and Gas Inspections Regulations, under the authority of the Electricity and Gas Inspection Act.

The Act and its regulations provide for the use of approved and verified meters and for the accurate measurement of electricity and natural gas supplied in Canada.

The Regulations will be amended to implement the Administrative Monetary Penalty Regime established in the Act by chapter 3 of the 2011 Annual Statutes (An Act to amend the Electricity and Gas Inspection Act and the Weights and Measures Act).

The introduction of such a regime will enable a more flexible approach for promoting compliance with the Act.

Indication of business impacts:

There are no expected business impacts.

Note:  The statement that there are no expected business impacts is an indication that the One-for-One Rule and the Small Business Lens are not expected to apply.

Public Consultation:

Interested stakeholders will have the opportunity to comment when the proposed regulations are pre-published in Canada Gazette, Part 1 (timing TBD).

Technical consultations have been conducted by Measurement Canada.

Departmental Contact:

Measurement Canada

If you wish to contact the department please use the following address: MC.REG@ic.gc.ca

For more information

To learn about upcoming or ongoing consultations on proposed federal regulations, visit the Canada Gazette and Consulting with Canadians Web sites.