Sure, I'd be happy to do so.
As mentioned, there are six net benefit criteria set out specifically in the act.
The first is the effect of the investment on the level and nature of economic activity in Canada, including the effect on employment, on resource processing, and on the utilization of parts, components, and services produced in Canada. An example of that would be an investment that may result in increased production and investments at Canadian facilities, and result in opportunities for Canadian suppliers.
The second factor that the Minister of Industry is to consider is the degree and significance of participation by Canadians in the Canadian business. An example of this would be the number of Canadians who would occupy senior management positions following the investment.
The third factor is the effect of the investment on productivity, industrial efficiency, technological development, product innovation, and product variety in Canada. An example there would be an investment that brings new technologies or expertise to Canada resulting in increased productivity, or new goods onto the Canadian markets.
The fourth is the effect of the investment on competition within any industry or industries in Canada. Here, consideration can be given to the impact on concentration within an industry, and it can involve consultations with the Competition Bureau.
The fifth is the compatibility of the investment with national and provincial industrial, economic, and cultural policies. An example here would be consideration given to an investor's track record in upholding such industrial policies, such as employee health and safety standards.
The sixth is the contribution of the investment to Canada's ability to compete in world markets. Here, the minister would be considering how the investment could create operating synergies resulting in greater international presence.