We might not have all the provisions from the MMPR
Post# of 56323
Issuance Section-
http://laws-lois.justice.gc.ca/eng/regulation...lText.html
" 3) The Minister may refuse to issue a licence or authorization if the applicant has not complied with any provision of these Regulations or any condition set out in a previous licence or authorization.
(4) The Minister may not refuse to issue a licence or authorization unless the Minister
(a) has provided the applicant with a written report setting out the reasons for the proposed refusal;
(b) has given the applicant an opportunity to be heard, either by written or oral representations, in respect of the proposed refusal; and
(c) has sent a notice of refusal to the applicant.
(5) A licence or authorization is valid for the calendar year for which it is issued."