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Bill C-7

44th Parl. 1st Sess.
December 10, 2021
An Act to amend the Parliament of Canada Act and to make consequential and related amendments to other Acts
  • Bill C-7 is an amendment to the Parliament of Canada Act that makes changes to the allowances and appointments in the Senate. The bill includes provisions to change the annual allowances for senators in certain positions, such as the Leader of the Government in the Senate and the Leader of the Opposition in the Senate. It also requires consultation with party leaders on the appointment of certain officers and agents of Parliament. Additionally, it allows party leaders in the Senate to change the membership of the Standing Senate Committee on Internal Economy, Budgets, and Administration.
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SteelmanSpren in Favour

  • A possible steelman argument in favor of this bill is that it promotes fairness and balance within the Senate. By allowing the government's representatives, the Opposition, and other recognized parties in the Senate to have equal eligibility for the additional annual allowances, it ensures that all parties have an equal opportunity to hold influential positions and receive the associated benefits. This can foster a more inclusive and collaborative environment within the Senate, allowing for greater representation and participation from all parties. Additionally, the requirement for consultation and approval from the leaders of each party before appointing certain officers and agents of Parliament ensures that decisions are made collectively and with consideration for different perspectives. This can lead to more effective and transparent governance, as decisions will reflect the input and interests of all parties involved. Furthermore,

SteelmanSpren Against

  • A steelman argument opposing this bill could be as follows: The proposed amendments in Bill C-7 to the Parliament of Canada Act and other Acts may present potential issues and risks. First, changing the additional annual allowances for senators based on their positions may create imbalance and favoritism within the Senate. Providing significant allowances for certain positions, particularly those occupied by the government's representatives and the opposition, may give them undue power and influence over Senate affairs. This could undermine the principles of fairness and equality in the parliamentary system. Second, allowing the Leader of the Government in the Senate or Government Representative, the Leader of the Opposition in the Senate, and the leaders or facilitators of other recognized parties or parliamentary groups in the Senate to be consulted on the appointment of certain officers and agents of Parliament may politicize these

House Committee

44th Parl. 1st Sess.
February 14, 2024
Standing Committee on Health (HESA)
Re. Committee Evidence - HESA-102
  • Wed Feb 14, 2024 07:04PM
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House Committee

44th Parl. 1st Sess.
November 28, 2023
Special Joint Committee on Medical Assistance in Dying (AMAD)
Re. Committee Evidence - AMAD-40
  • Tue Nov 28, 2023 06:31PM
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House First Reading
  • Dec. 10, 2021, 10 a.m.
  • In Progress
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