The Competition Bureau is aware that some landlords and property managers may be engaging with their competitors, including through discussion groups on social media. Agreements between landlords to “make the most of the booming rental housing market” or “find ways to ensure that all players benefit from the strong demand equally” raise concerns under the law … Read more
The Competition Bureau has published a revised information bulletin presenting its perspective on private access to the Competition Tribunal following recent changes to the Competition Act that expanded access. This amended guidance explains the Bureau’s views on private access to the Tribunal and clarifies when it may take certain actions that impact proceedings. Canadians are invited to submit their … Read more
The Competition Bureau published its market study report – Cleared for take-off: Elevating airline competition – which makes recommendations to governments for increasing competition in Canada’s domestic airline industry. The Bureau’s report outlines three areas of focus for governments to create the right conditions for competition in the industry: Prioritizing competition in Canada’s aviation policy, including in … Read more
The Competition Bureau is monitoring Loblaw’s recent commitment towards eliminating property controls in Canada. The Competition Bureau’s investigation into property controls in the Canadian grocery industry is ongoing, and the Bureau continues to monitor the industry closely. This includes monitoring to ensure Loblaw upholds its commitments. The Bureau urges Canadians to report any property controls that may be anti-competitive using … Read more
The Competition Bureau has published a discussion paper—Algorithmic Pricing and Competition—for public consultation. The purpose of the consultation is to strengthen the Bureau’s understanding of algorithmic pricing so it can respond swiftly and effectively to this emerging trend. Feedback can be submitted until July 22. The full release is available online. Contact media-cb-bc@cb-bc.gc.ca.
The Competition Bureau is taking legal action against DoorDash Inc., and its subsidiary DoorDash Technologies Canada Inc., for promoting their online delivery services at a lower price than what consumers actually have to pay. A Bureau investigation found that consumers were unable to purchase food and other items at the advertised price on DoorDash’s websites … Read more
The Competition Bureau released its final guidelines on environmental claims following two rounds of public consultations conducted throughout the past year. The guidelines were designed to help businesses ensure compliance with the Competition Act when making environmental claims. This includes the new greenwashing provisions added to the Act through a series of amendments that became law on June 20, 2024. The full … Read more
The Competition Bureau has published updated guidance on competitor property controls following a public consultation. The guidance provides Canadians transparency on the Bureau’s enforcement approach to competitor property controls under the Competition Act. The Bureau will continue to revise its approach as it gains more experience, as circumstances change, or as the law continues to evolve. The full release is … Read more
The Competition Bureau published the final version of its Market Studies Information Bulletin. This follows a public consultation on a draft Bulletin. The full release is available online. Contact media-cb-bc@cb-bc.gc.ca.
The Competition Bureau has published its 2025-2026 Annual Plan: Strengthening competition in a changing economy. It outlines the Bureau’s plans as the country faces rapid shifts in trade, market dynamics and technology. The full release is available online. Contact media-cb-bc@cb-bc.gc.ca.
