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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 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-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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Bill C-20
44th Parl. 1st Sess.
May 03, 2024
- At report stage in the House of Commons
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- Bill C-20 is an act that establishes the Public Complaints and Review Commission (PCRC) and makes amendments to certain Acts and statutory instruments. The PCRC is a new independent body that replaces the Civilian Review and Complaints Commission for the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. Its main purpose is to review and investigate complaints concerning the conduct and level of service of Royal Canadian Mounted Police and Canada Border Services Agency personnel. The PCRC is also authorized to conduct reviews of specified activities of these agencies. The Chairperson of the PCRC has the power to recommend disciplinary processes or measures for individuals who have been the subject of complaints. The bill also amends the Canada Border Services Agency Act to provide for the investigation of serious incidents involving officers and employees of the Agency. Additionally, the bill makes changes to federal statutes and other instruments to repla
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Bill C-241
44th Parl. 1st Sess.
May 02, 2024
- At third reading in the Senate
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- This bill lets tradespeople and apprentices deduct travel expenses from their income tax if they work on a job site that is at least 120 km away from their home. This only applies if they had to pay for the expenses themselves and did not receive an allowance for it, and if they do not claim it as a deduction or a tax credit under any other provisions of the Income Tax Act. This rule applies starting from the 2022 taxation year.
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Bill C-388
44th Parl. 1st Sess.
May 02, 2024
- Outside the Order of Precedence
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This enactment provides for the preparation of a plan to fast track Canadian energy and mining projects.
It also amends the Defence Production Act, the Export and Import Permits Act, the Export Development Act and the Business Development Bank of Canada Act to facilitate the provision of munitions to Ukraine by
(a) requiring the donation of surplus defence supplies to Ukraine;
(b) removing the authority to include on the Export Control List certain munitions if intended for export to Ukraine;
(c) extending the General Export Permit No. 47 — Export of Arms Trade Treaty Items to the United States to include the export of certain munitions to Ukraine;
(d) extending the General Brokering Permit No. 1 to the brokering of certain munitions that are to be imported into Ukraine for end-use in Ukraine; and
(e) directing Export Development Canada and the Business Development Bank of Canada to give preference to the development of munitions manufacturing capacity in Ukraine.
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Bill C-379
44th Parl. 1st Sess.
May 02, 2024
- At second reading in the House of Commons
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- This bill, called the Combating Motor Vehicle Theft Act, aims to address the issue of motor vehicle theft in Canada. It proposes several amendments to the Criminal Code. Firstly, it suggests increasing the minimum term of imprisonment for a third or subsequent motor vehicle theft offense. This means that individuals who repeatedly commit motor vehicle theft will face longer prison sentences. Secondly, the bill states that when sentencing someone for a motor vehicle theft offense, the court must consider the fact that the offense was committed for the benefit of, at the direction of, or in association with a criminal organization. This recognizes the involvement of criminal organizations in motor vehicle theft and aims to deter their activities. Lastly, the bill restricts the possibility of a person convicted of a motor vehicle theft offense from being subject to a conditional sentence order. This means that individuals convicted of motor vehicle theft will not be eligible for alternative forms of punishment like community service or house arrest. The bill acknowledges the increasing rate of motor vehicle theft in Canada and aims to deter and prevent such crimes.
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Bill C-277
44th Parl. 1st Sess.
May 01, 2024
- At second reading in the House of Commons
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- This bill aims to create a national strategy to support and improve awareness, prevention, and treatment of brain injuries in Canada. The strategy will also focus on the rehabilitation and recovery of individuals living with a brain injury. It will include measures such as promoting preventive measures, providing education and guidance for healthcare professionals, promoting research and data collection, and creating national guidelines for brain injury prevention and treatment. The bill also emphasizes awareness, education, and collaboration with brain injury associations and service providers. Reports on the strategy's progress and effectiveness will be prepared and presented to Parliament.
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