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Matthew Boswell, the Commissioner of Competition in Canada, has announced his early resignation effective December 17, 2025. Originally set to end his term in February 2026, Boswell cited personal reasons for the early departure. During his tenure, Boswell focused on strengthening competition policies, investigating major cases including Google\u2019s advertising practices and the Rogers-Shaw merger. Jeanne Pratt will step in as the acting commissioner starting December 18, until a permanent replacement is appointed.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Matthew Boswell, the Commissioner of Competition in Canada, has announced his early resignation effective December 17, 2025. 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