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Competition Bureau Implements Policy for Greater TransparencyOTTAWA, April 28, 2005 - The Competition Bureau is taking steps to enhance transparency in its operations by implementing a new policy that will better inform the public about the Bureau's work. In certain cases, the Bureau will issue "technical backgrounders" describing its analysis and the reasons behind its conclusions, leading to a greater understanding of the legislation and encouraging compliance with the law. Technical backgrounders will generally be issued when:
Technical backgrounders will not typically be published when a case goes before the Competition Tribunal or the courts. However, they may be published for cases that have consent agreements, agreed statements of fact or prohibition orders on consent. The Competition Bureau is an independent law enforcement agency that promotes and maintains fair competition so that all Canadians can benefit from competitive prices, product choice and quality service. It oversees the application of the Competition Act, the Consumer Packaging and Labelling Act, the Textile Labelling Act and the Precious Metals Marking Act. For media enquiries, please contact: Tim Weil For general enquiries, please contact: Information Centre ![]() |