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Bill C-229

44th Parl. 1st Sess.
February 03, 2022
Banning Symbols of Hate Act
  • Bill C-229 is a proposed law that aims to amend the Criminal Code to ban symbols of hate in Canada. It would make it an offense to publicly display visual representations that promote or incite hatred or violence against a specific group of people. The bill recognizes the importance of preventing all forms of hatred or violence based on factors like race, religion, sexual orientation, and disability. It specifically targets symbols and emblems associated with groups like the Nazi swastika, the Ku Klux Klan, and the Confederate States of America. If passed, those found guilty of this offense could face imprisonment for up to two years. There are also defenses in place for those who displayed these symbols in good faith for educational purposes or for the purpose of removing them from public places to prevent hatred and violence.
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