Repeal of the Bedding and Other Upholstered or Stuffed Articles Regulation, 78/2004
Manitoba is repealing the Bedding and Other Upholstered or Stuffed Articles Regulation (“the Regulation”), effective January 1, 2020.
As of January 1, 2020, manufacturers, renovators, and home hobby/craft operators of bedding and other upholstered or stuffed articles will no longer be required to be registered in Manitoba and/or meet Manitoba’s label standards.
The Regulation remains in force until January 1, 2020 and the Consumer Protection Office will continue to administer the legislation.
Links
- News Release - Province to Reduce Regulatory Burdens on Retailers and Manufacturers (January 24, 2019)
- Bedding and Other Upholstered or Stuffed Articles Regulation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the change that is taking place?
The Government of Manitoba will repeal the Bedding and Other Upholstered or Stuffed Articles Regulation (“the Regulation”) as of January 1, 2020.
As of January 1, 2020, provincial rules relating to the labelling, processing and health and safety standards regarding bedding and upholstered or stuffed articles set out in the regulation will no longer apply to manufacturers, renovators, home hobby/craft operators and any other persons currently subject to the regulation in the Province of Manitoba.
What is the repeal date?
The date of the repeal is January 1, 2020.
What happens between now and January 1, 2020?
The Regulation remains in force until January 1, 2020. The Consumer Protection Office will continue to administer the rules related to bedding and other upholstered or stuffed articles until the repeal takes effect on January 1, 2020.
Who will be affected by this change?
Industry sectors such as distributors, textile importers, furniture manufacturers, home hobby/craft operators, renovators, retailers, suppliers of filling materials and printers of prescribed labels are presently subject to the regulation and will be affected by the change.
What happens in regards to registration fees?
Manufacturers, renovators, and home hobby/craft operators will be subject to the required fees for new or renewal applications until the January 1, 2020 repeal date.
What affect will the repeal have on the harmonized agreement with Quebec and Ontario?
The repeal only applies in Manitoba. In December, Ontario announced the repeal of its bedding and stuffed articles legislation, effective July 1, 2019. Any manufacturers, importers, retailers, renovators and distributors with bedding, upholstered or stuffed articles subject to regulation in Quebec must continue to comply with Quebec’s laws.
What happens after January 1, 2020?
Bedding, and other upholstered and stuffed articles sold in Manitoba will continue to be subject to applicable federal legislation including the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act and the Textile Labelling Act, as is the case in other provinces.
Why has Manitoba selected January 1, 2020 as the repeal date?
A January 1, 2020, effective date is seen as fair, as it allows all industry sectors which will be affected by this change to prepare for the changes to their operations.
The Province of Manitoba will work with the industry and stakeholders to ensure a smooth transition throughout the process.
