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Author: Abigale Subdhan, Globe staff
Publication Date: January 5, 2026 - 07:00
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New Canadian laws and rules in 2026, and how they’ll affect you
January 5, 2026
A new year often brings new federal and provincial regulations and rules. In 2026, there will be a slew of laws that come into effect – some as early as Jan. 1 – including increases to hourly minimum wage, updated contribution limits from the Canada Revenue Agency and a new federal act that removes federal barriers to the interprovincial movement of goods and services.
Here are highlights of the new federal and provincial changes coming this year, and how they could have an impact on you.
Unpublished Newswire
Changes have been made to Canada’s first interprovincial physician licensing program after a doctor who had lost his licence in Quebec was able to continue practising in New Brunswick and Nova Scotia, where he was later charged with sexually assaulting patients.
January 28, 2026 - 20:46 | Lindsay Jones | The Globe and Mail
With more bison being reintroduced to the province, researchers in Saskatchewan are working to develop ways for the giant mammal to be treated differently from beef cattle.
January 28, 2026 - 20:35 | Ashley Beherns | Global News - Canada
A 23-year-old man from Scarborough has been charged with sexual offences involving a youth in Lanark County in 2024, the Ontario Provincial Police announced Wednesday. Read More
January 28, 2026 - 19:57 | Gord Holder, Postmedia | Ottawa Citizen
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