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Canada’s Commissioner of Competition discusses developments from revised policy

( November 20, 2025, 21:33 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Canada’s Commissioner of Competition Matthew Boswell issued what he said may be his last speech as commissioner before the Canadian Bar Association Competition Fall Law Conference, reflecting on the agency's progress and focus for the future. Boswell noted fewer anticompetitive mergers being proposed, meaning a higher clearance rate, following changes to the merger regime. He also highlighted concerns that real estate commission rules may be discouraging competition on commission rates, which may be driving up costs for homebuyers and the government’s increased vigilance on procurement, particularly in defense spending and housing.Statement follows in full:...

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