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Bill S-212
44th Parl. 1st Sess.
May 21, 2024
- At third reading in the Senate
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- This bill, called S-212, aims to amend the Criminal Records Act in Canada. The main change proposed is to provide for the expiry of criminal records. This means that after a certain period of time, criminal records of individuals will no longer be held against them. The bill also includes consequential amendments to other Acts and repeals a regulation. The purpose of these changes is to promote rehabilitation and give individuals a fresh start after they have completed their sentences.
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Bill C-323
44th Parl. 1st Sess.
May 21, 2024
- At report stage in the House of Commons
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- Bill C-323 is an amendment to the Excise Tax Act in Canada. It aims to exempt psychotherapy and mental health counseling services from the goods and services tax (GST). The bill recognizes that many Canadians have unmet mental health needs and that publicly funded services are often not easily accessible when needed. Canadians often have to pay for these services privately, but many do not have private coverage. The bill seeks to make mental health services more affordable and accessible by removing the GST on these services. The bill will come into effect six months after it receives royal assent.
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Bill S-277
44th Parl. 1st Sess.
May 21, 2024
- At second reading in the Senate
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- This is a bill called the Canada-Taiwan Relations Framework Act. It aims to strengthen the relationship between Canada and Taiwan in various areas, including security cooperation, economics, culture, and legal affairs. The bill recognizes the importance of Taiwan and its success as a democracy and economy in the Indo-Pacific region. It also supports Taiwan's participation in international trade agreements and multilateral organizations. The bill includes provisions regarding property ownership, legal capacity, and agreements between Canada and Taiwan. It also requires the Minister of Foreign Affairs to report to Parliament on the government's policy approach towards Taiwan, and for parliamentary committees to review the implementation of the act and the relationship between Canada and Taiwan.
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Bill S-279
44th Parl. 1st Sess.
May 21, 2024
- At second reading in the Senate
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- This bill, called the Registered Charity Board Diversity Data Collection Act, aims to amend the Income Tax Act in Canada. It requires registered charities to provide certain demographic data about their officers to the Minister of National Revenue. This information will be compiled for reporting purposes. The bill also specifies that the Minister can only use this information for preparing reports or procedures related to deregistration of a charity. The Minister is required to prepare and complete a report providing data on directors, trustees, officers, or like officials of registered charities and whether they are members of designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act. The report must be tabled in Parliament and published online. The provisions of this bill apply to taxation years that begin on or after the first March 31 after the bill receives royal assent. The bill will come into force on the second March 31 after it receives royal assent.
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Bill S-268
44th Parl. 1st Sess.
May 21, 2024
- At second reading in the Senate
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- This bill amends the Criminal Code and Indian Act to allow First Nations to regulate and manage lottery schemes on their reserves. It grants the council of the band authority to make by-laws for regulating lottery schemes, and requires the governing body of a First Nation to provide notice to the government of Canada and the province of any intent to exercise that authority. The amendments also provide for certain organizations and individuals to conduct and manage lottery schemes with licences from the First Nation. The bill recognizes the Inherent and Treaty rights of Indigenous peoples, and aligns with the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.
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Bill C-232
44th Parl. 1st Sess.
May 09, 2024
- At consideration in committee in the Senate
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- This bill declares April as "Arab Heritage Month" in Canada. It aims to recognize the important contributions of Arab Canadians to the country's social, cultural, and economic landscape. The bill acknowledges the rich history and vibrant culture of Arab Canadians, including their contributions to literature, music, food, and fashion. With this bill, Parliament aims to celebrate and honor the vital role that Arab Canadians have played in building Canadian society.
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Bill C-244
44th Parl. 1st Sess.
May 09, 2024
- At consideration in committee in the Senate
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- This bill, known as Bill C-244, aims to amend the Copyright Act in Canada. It allows for the circumvention of technological protection measures in computer programs if it is solely for the purpose of diagnosing, maintaining, or repairing a product in which the program is embedded. It also permits the manufacture, importation, distribution, sale, renting, and provision of technologies, devices, or components used for the diagnosis, maintenance, or repair of such products. Essentially, this bill allows for easier access to computer programs for the purpose of fixing or maintaining the products they are a part of.
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Bill C-294
44th Parl. 1st Sess.
May 09, 2024
- At consideration in committee in the Senate
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- This is a bill that amends the Copyright Act to allow people to bypass technological protection measures to make computer programs or devices interoperable with other computer programs or components, under certain circumstances. It also includes limitations on the use of obtained information, technology, or components and does not allow benefit from the exceptions if the person commits copyright infringement or contravenes any Act of Parliament or any Act of the legislature of a province. This bill passed the House of Commons on June 14, 2023.
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Bill C-280
44th Parl. 1st Sess.
May 09, 2024
- At consideration in committee in the Senate
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- This bill aims to protect fruit and vegetable farmers by amending the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act and the Companies' Creditors Arrangement Act. It states that if a supplier sells perishable fruits or vegetables to a purchaser, and the purchaser doesn't fully pay for them and becomes bankrupt or subject to receivership, the fruits, vegetables, and their proceeds of sale should be held in trust by the purchaser for the supplier. This means that the supplier would have a claim to these assets even if the purchaser is unable to fully pay for them. The bill also includes provisions for the supplier and purchaser to seek court directions and appeal decisions. The laws of the province where the purchaser resides or does business apply to this trust, and any conflicts with this bill are resolved in favor of the provincial laws.
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Bill C-275
44th Parl. 1st Sess.
May 09, 2024
- At consideration in committee in the Senate
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- Bill C-275 is a law that changes the Health of Animals Act to make it illegal for someone to enter a place where animals are kept if there is a risk of exposing those animals to a disease or toxic substance. This applies to individuals and companies, and breaking this law can result in fines or imprisonment. The purpose of this bill is to improve biosecurity measures on farms and protect the health of animals.
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Bill S-276
44th Parl. 1st Sess.
May 09, 2024
- At consideration in committee in the Senate
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- This is a bill that has been introduced in the Senate of Canada. It is called the Ukrainian Heritage Month Act and it aims to designate the month of September as "Ukrainian Heritage Month" in Canada. The bill recognizes the contributions that Ukrainian-Canadians have made to Canada's social, economic, political, and cultural fabric. It also acknowledges the strong bonds between Canada and Ukraine. The purpose of designating September as Ukrainian Heritage Month is to remember, celebrate, and educate future generations about the impactful role of Ukrainian-Canadians in communities across the country.
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Bill S-269
44th Parl. 1st Sess.
May 09, 2024
- At consideration in committee in the Senate
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- The National Framework on Advertising for Sports Betting Act sets out a national framework for regulating the advertising of sports betting in Canada. It aims to reduce the risks associated with sports betting by restricting the use of advertising, promoting research and information-sharing, and setting national standards for preventing and treating gambling addiction. The Minister of Canadian Heritage will develop the framework in consultation with relevant parties and prepare a report that includes a strategy for implementing it within one year of the act's enactment. Additionally, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission must review its regulations and provide a report assessing their effectiveness in reducing the incidence of harms resulting from sports betting advertising. The reports must be tabled in each house of Parliament.
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Bill S-252
44th Parl. 1st Sess.
May 09, 2024
- At third reading in the Senate
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- This bill, titled the "Jury Duty Appreciation Week Act," designates the second week of May in each year as "Jury Duty Appreciation Week." The purpose of this act is to recognize the importance of jury duty as a civic duty and a vital component of our justice system and democracy. It aims to promote the well-being and mental health of jurors and raise awareness about the issues involved in fulfilling this civic duty. In practical terms, it means that during the second week of May every year, there will be events and initiatives to appreciate and educate citizens, organizations, and the justice system about the work that jurors do.
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Bill S-264
44th Parl. 1st Sess.
May 09, 2024
- At consideration in committee in the Senate
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- This bill creates a day called "International Tax Justice and Cooperation Day" to be recognized every year on June 4th. The purpose of the day is to promote fair taxation and cooperation between countries on tax issues. The bill emphasizes the importance of international cooperation to combat tax fraud and ensure that everyone, including businesses, pays their fair share of taxes. The bill notes that various international organizations, including the OECD and the World Bank, are involved in efforts to improve tax justice and cooperation. The day is not a legal holiday.
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Bill C-273
44th Parl. 1st Sess.
May 08, 2024
- At report stage in the House of Commons
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- Bill C-273, also known as An Act to amend the Criminal Code (Corinne’s Quest and the protection of children), is a proposed law that aims to make changes to the Criminal Code of Canada. The bill specifically seeks to repeal a provision in the Criminal Code that allows for the correction of a child through the use of force, under certain conditions. The bill was introduced in the House of Commons and is currently in the first reading stage of the legislative process. If passed, this law would remove the provision authorizing the use of force to correct a child.
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Bill C-270
44th Parl. 1st Sess.
May 08, 2024
- At consideration in committee in the House of Commons
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- Bill C-270 is a proposed law that would make changes to the Criminal Code regarding pornographic material. It would prohibit the making, distribution, or advertising of pornographic material for commercial purposes without first ensuring that everyone depicted in the material is 18 years of age or older and has given their consent to be depicted. Violators could face fines up to $500,000 or imprisonment for up to two years. The bill also includes provisions for verifying the age of participants and allowing for orders to be made to restrict internet use or remove material.
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Bill C-375
44th Parl. 1st Sess.
May 08, 2024
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- This is a bill called C-375 that is being introduced in the Canadian House of Commons. It is an amendment to the Impact Assessment Act. The purpose of this amendment is to allow the federal government and the provinces to make agreements that would exempt certain projects from the requirements of the Impact Assessment Act. The bill outlines the conditions and processes for these agreements to be made, including the publication of the agreements and the ability for people to provide comments or objections. The bill also includes provisions for the termination of these agreements.
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Bill C-317
44th Parl. 1st Sess.
May 07, 2024
- At report stage in the House of Commons
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- Bill C-317, titled the National Strategy on Flood and Drought Forecasting Act, aims to develop a national strategy in Canada for providing key stakeholders, such as governments, Indigenous communities, universities, and industry, with the necessary information to accurately forecast floods and droughts. The strategy will assess the need for national coordination, new investments, and the application of novel technologies in forecasting. It will also evaluate the need for modeling that identifies properties and infrastructure at risk from floods, establish a national cooperative flood and drought forecasting system, and propose the creation of a national hydrological forecasting service. Reports on the strategy's progress and effectiveness will be prepared and tabled in Parliament. The bill acknowledges the increasing damages caused by floods and droughts in Canada and aims to address this issue by enhancing forecasting capabilities.
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Bill C-64
44th Parl. 1st Sess.
May 07, 2024
- At consideration in committee in the House of Commons
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Her Excellency the Governor General recommends to the House of Commons the appropriation of public revenue under the circumstances, in the manner and for the purposes set out in a measure entitled “An Act respecting pharmacare”.
This enactment sets out the principles that the Minister of Health is to consider when working towards the implementation of national universal pharmacare and provides the Minister with the power to make payments, in certain circumstances, in relation to the coverage of certain prescription drugs and related products. It also sets out certain powers and obligations of the Minister — including in relation to the preparation of a list to inform the development of a national formulary and in relation to the development of a national bulk purchasing strategy — and requires the Minister to publish a pan-Canadian strategy regarding the appropriate use of prescription drugs and related products. Finally, it provides for the establishment of a committee of experts to make certain recommendations.
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Bill C-389
44th Parl. 1st Sess.
May 07, 2024
- Outside the Order of Precedence
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This enactment amends Schedule VI of the Excise Tax Act to add automated external defibrillators, kits containing them and pads and accessories designed to be used with them to the list of zero-rated supplies.
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