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Bill C-5

44th Parl. 1st Sess.
November 17, 2022
An Act to amend the Criminal Code and the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act
  • This bill, also known as Bill C-5, amends both the Criminal Code and the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act. It has been passed in the Canadian Parliament and became law on November 17, 2022. The main purpose of this bill is to make changes to certain penalties and sentencing options for drug-related offenses. Some of the key changes include: 1. Repealing certain mandatory minimum penalties for drug offenses. 2. Allowing for a greater use of conditional sentences, which are non-custodial sentences that can be served in the community. 3. Establishing diversion measures for simple drug possession offenses, which means individuals who commit these offenses will have the option to participate in programs or receive referrals to community service providers instead of facing criminal charges. The goal of these amendments is to address problematic substance use as a health and social issue and to prioritize evidence-based approaches that p
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Bill C-31

44th Parl. 1st Sess.
November 17, 2022
Cost of Living Relief Act, No. 2 (Targeted Support for Households)
  • Summary: This bill is called the Cost of Living Relief Act, and it focuses on providing support for dental care and rental housing. Part 1 of the bill establishes the Dental Benefit Act, which creates an interim dental benefit for parents of children under 12 years old. This benefit provides financial support for dental care services received by eligible children from October 2022 to June 2024. Part 2 of the bill establishes the Rental Housing Benefit Act, which provides a one-time rental housing benefit for eligible individuals who have paid rent in 2022 for their main residence. Part 3 of the bill includes related amendments to the Income Tax Act, the Excise Tax Act, and the Excise Act, 2001. These measures aim to provide relief and support to individuals and families in managing the cost of living expenses related to dental care and rental housing.
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Bill C-306

44th Parl. 1st Sess.
November 17, 2022
National Women's Entrepreneurship Day Act
  • Summary: This bill establishes November 19th as "National Women’s Entrepreneurship Day" in Canada. It aims to celebrate and support women in business, recognizing their resilience and contribution to society. The day is designated to highlight the barriers women face in entrepreneurship and to provide them with opportunities to start and scale up their businesses. The Women’s Entrepreneurship Day is already recognized by the United Nations and celebrated in over 140 countries.
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House Debates

44th Parl. 1st Sess.
Nov. 17, 2022, midnight

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