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Every person has the right to understand their government. We turn legislation, votes, and public records into a clear account of what is changing and who is responsible.

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Latest bills

The newest legislation, organized by legislature and updated as the public record changes.

C-22Parliament of Canada

Lawful Access Act, 2026

The bill would let authorities demand and keep certain online data. People may face more government checks, but only with rules and court orders.

Second reading

Parliament 45 · Session 1

C-40Parliament of Canada

Strengthening Canada's Defence Sector Act

A new federal defence-focused corporation could speed up buying and loans for defence and national security. Some purchases might skip full competition.

Second reading

Parliament 45 · Session 1

S-252Parliament of Canada

An Act to amend the Criminal Code (consent to pornographic material)

Parliament would require age and consent checks for commercial pornography under a new bill. Courts could order removal and internet restrictions for violations.

First reading

Parliament 45 · Session 1

C-219Parliament of Canada

International Anti-Corruption and Human Rights Act (Sergei Magnitsky Law No. 3)

Bill would expand Canada's sanctions grounds to include transnational repression and human rights violations, require reporting by the Foreign Affairs Minister, and set penalties up to $100,000 or three years.

First reading

Parliament 45 · Session 1

C-293Parliament of Canada

An Act to amend the Criminal Code (violent home invasion)

A bill would create a new violent home invasion offence with a five-year minimum and possible life imprisonment, and make it an aggravating factor in related dwelling-house cases.

First reading

Parliament 45 · Session 1

C-39Parliament of Canada

Building Canada Strong Act

The plan speeds up major project approvals, boosts trade rules, and strengthens worker protections, with more public input and digital documentation.

Consideration in committee

Parliament 45 · Session 1

C-38Parliament of Canada

Canadian Fuel Affordability Act

It would keep fuel taxes lower for a few months, so drivers could pay less at the pump. The change is temporary and may affect sellers and tax rules.

First reading

Parliament 45 · Session 1

S-217Parliament of Canada

Fairness for All Canadian Taxpayers Act (measuring the tax gap to fight international tax evasion)

The bill requires more tax data and a list of evasion convictions in reports. It does not change tax rates.

Second reading

Parliament 45 · Session 1

H.R.10887United States Congress

Ban on generic drug patent deals

Bill would ban value-for-delay patent settlements between brand-name and generic drug makers, enforceable by the FTC with penalties up to triple the value.

Introduced

Congress 119 · Session 1

H.R.10879United States Congress

Limit Noncompetes for Low-Income Workers

Lawmakers would prohibit noncompete agreements for workers below specified income thresholds.

Introduced

Congress 119 · Session 1

H.R.7022United States Congress

Mystic Alerts Act

Allows mobile providers to elect satellite emergency alerts and directs the FCC to set technical rules within set timelines.

Signed by President.

Congress 119 · Session 1

H.R.10858United States Congress

Bill Creates National Blood Cancer Program

The CARE for Blood Cancer Act would create a National Blood Cancer Program under HHS to coordinate research, education, and patient support with grants and annual reports to Congress.

Introduced

Congress 119 · Session 1

H.R.10865United States Congress

Foster Care Review Notices Expanded

Foster-care bill would require states to notify parents, relatives, guardians, and attorneys within 90 days of a placement decision and let the child’s attorney seek a court review within seven days.

Introduced

Congress 119 · Session 1

H.R.10868United States Congress

Parents inspect K-12 instructional materials

Education bill would require local and state agencies to let parents inspect instructional materials purchased with federal funds and bar funding for sexually explicit content in K–12.

Introduced

Congress 119 · Session 1

H.R.10882United States Congress

Presumption for male breast cancer in veterans

A bill would create a service-connection presumption for male breast cancer in veterans for VA disability compensation; it is referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs and not law.

Introduced

Congress 119 · Session 1

H.R.10874United States Congress

Medicare Part D subsidies expanded for low income

Lawmakers introduce a bill to extend Medicare Part D subsidies to low-income beneficiaries in territories starting in 2027.

Introduced

Congress 119 · Session 1

Bill 119Ontario Legislature

Public Safety and Adoption Overhaul

Adds new police powers, tightens adoption rules, bans some pill presses, and helps trafficking victims stop debt collections.

Second Reading

Parliament 44 · Session 1

Bill 109Ontario Legislature

Protecting Farmland and Modernizing Farm Rules

Stops many foreign and designated buyers from buying farmland without permission. Strengthens farmer payment protections, dairy safety rules, and penalties for non-compliance.

Second Reading

Parliament 44 · Session 1

Bill 110Ontario Legislature

Government Moves to Take City Airport Lands

The province will take ownership of certain airport lands from the city and pay compensation. Flights will not change now, but future plans and who makes decisions may change.

Royal Assent

Parliament 44 · Session 1

Bill 139Ontario Legislature

Open Cities to Fourplexes and Midrise

Makes it easier to build four-unit houses and midrise buildings on main streets. Municipal rules can’t block these changes and parking, setbacks, and appeals are limited.

First Reading

Parliament 44 · Session 1

Bill 98Ontario Legislature

Fast-Track Housing, Transit, and Water

Creates province-wide rules for transit fares, services, and unified payment. Limits local planning powers, speeds housing approvals, and exempts non-profit retirement homes from development charges.

Royal Assent

Parliament 44 · Session 1

Bill 130Ontario Legislature

Heat Safety and Climate Adaptation Act

Requires paid cool-down breaks, water, and heat training for workers. Creates a climate adaptation plan, a fund, housing temperature limits, and stronger flood and wildfire rules.

First Reading

Parliament 44 · Session 1

Bill 137Ontario Legislature

Student Online Safety and AI Education Act

Creates a committee to add online safety and AI lessons for grades K to 12 students. Schools could restrict social media and chatbots during school, with some exceptions.

First Reading

Parliament 44 · Session 1

Bill 138Ontario Legislature

Plan to Limit Social Media for Under 16s

Requires the health minister to make and carry out a plan to limit social media use by people under 16. It could lead to age checks or future bans.

First Reading

Parliament 44 · Session 1

2026.PH32.7Toronto City Council

Airport Expansion Could Block Housing Growth

If the runway is lengthened and jets fly, nearby people could hear more noise and face stricter building limits. Commuters may need big transit upgrades.

Adopt Item as Amended

Parliament 2022 · Session 1

2026.MM43.75Toronto City Council

Stricter Oversight for Large Data Centres

City will slow and deepen review of a big data centre to check noise, power and water impacts. Neighbors get stricter studies, notices, and more public meetings.

Adopt Item as Amended

Parliament 2022 · Session 1

2023.CC13.2Toronto City Council

Major Deal Funds Transit and Housing

The deal brings funding for transit, housing, shelters, and highway upkeep. Riders get more safety measures; drivers face no immediate tolls.

Adopted by City Council

Parliament 2022 · Session 1

2026.EX33.33Toronto City Council

Study Ban on Algorithmic Grocery Pricing

City staff will study banning grocery price changes based on personal data and algorithms. No rules take effect now; options reported to Council in early 2027.

Adopt Item

Parliament 2022 · Session 1

2026.MM43.128Toronto City Council

Island Ferry Fares Free This August for Children and Seniors

From August 1 to 31, eligible riders get free round trips on the Island ferry. It means families and seniors pay less when visiting the island.

Adopt Item

Parliament 2022 · Session 1

2023.CC13.7Toronto City Council

Cap on Driver Licences, Zero-Emission Exemption

Limits new taxi and ride-hail licences to the Oct 12 level until late 2024. Owners of zero-emission vehicles are exempt, and a court case could change this.

Adopted by City Council

Parliament 2022 · Session 1

2023.CC12.14Toronto City Council

Park Tree Removal Oversight and Planting

Sets rules for tree removal and replacement during park redevelopment. City permits apply on city land; the province will follow city standards on provincial land.

Adopted by City Council

Parliament 2022 · Session 1

2023.CC11.1Toronto City Council

Push for National School Food Program

The city asks the federal government to fund a national school food program. If funded, more students could get free or low-cost meals at school.

Adopted by City Council

Parliament 2022 · Session 1

Bill 24Québec National Assembly

Law protecting consumers against misleading or fraudulent use of a person's identity or image

The law prohibits using a person's image, voice, or identity without consent for selling or promoting. The OPC or the AMF can order the removal and preservation of evidence.

Adoption

Parliament 43 · Session 2

Bill 1Québec National Assembly

Constitutional Act of 2025 on Quebec

The project creates a Constitution for Quebec and provides more autonomy from Ottawa. It could change who enforces the laws and how certain real estate is sold.

Étude détaillée en commission

Parliament 43 · Session 2

Bill 9Québec National Assembly

Act to Strengthen Secularism in Quebec

It imposes limits on religious symbols in certain public places and services. This can affect students, staff, and families who use these services.

Adoption

Parliament 43 · Session 2

Bill 595Québec National Assembly

Personal Self-Directed Assistance Act for Persons with Disabilities

You receive a monthly payment to pay for assistants of your choice. The application is made to Retraite Québec and needs are reassessed every two years.

Présentation

Parliament 43 · Session 2

Bill 23Québec National Assembly

Act mainly aimed at better supporting individuals whose mental state may pose a risk to their own safety or that of others.

You can write psychiatric directives. Assessments and temporary holds will be faster, with the right to a lawyer and appeal to a specialized court.

Adoption

Parliament 43 · Session 2

Bill 11Québec National Assembly

An Act to amend various provisions primarily for the purpose of reducing regulatory and administrative burdens

The text aims to simplify the processes and permits for businesses. This could reduce costs and formalities for owners and workers.

Adoption

Parliament 43 · Session 2

Bill 22Québec National Assembly

An Act to Enhance the Intervention Powers of Municipalities and to Amend Other Legislative Provisions

The city can acquire properties with unpaid taxes and sell or give small parcels to neighbors. More municipal buildings offered to non-profit organizations and early childhood centers.

Adoption

Parliament 43 · Session 2

Bill 5Québec National Assembly

Act to Accelerate the Granting of Required Authorizations for the Implementation of Priority and Nationally Significant Projects

This text creates a single authorization for certain large projects, speeding up timelines and reducing the number of permits. Environmental regulations can be adjusted under certain conditions.

Étude détaillée en commission

Parliament 43 · Session 2

1268516003Montréal City Council

City hikes contingency for cooling project

City council approves motion to raise contingency funding by $552,100 and transfer $200,000 for cooling project, lifting contract total to $8,949,867.62, with work resuming Oct 2026 and finishing Apr 2027.

Résolution

Parliament 2025 · Session 1

1264069005Montréal City Council

City backs multi-floor lease change

Motion would back Gallion lease at 1611 Crémazie Est, delaying 8th–9th floors to Nov 1, 2026 and extending three floors to May 31, 2036, with $398,416 rent and $344,704 renovations.

Orientation au conseil d'agglomération

Parliament 2025 · Session 1

1264716001Montréal City Council

City contracts firm for management assessments

Montréal council approves three-year management assessments contract worth $820,404.11.

Orientation au conseil d'agglomération

Parliament 2025 · Session 1

1266750001Montréal City Council

City bylaw bars abusive conduct toward staff

Montreal council backs a motion to adopt a bylaw banning abusive conduct toward city staff. Fines would start at $350.

Orientation au conseil d'agglomération

Parliament 2025 · Session 1

1268122002Montréal City Council

Montreal grants nearly $4M to LGBTQ groups

Resolution would authorize nearly $4M in LGBTQ2IA+ grants for 2026-2029 to 15 Montreal groups.

Résolution

Parliament 2025 · Session 1

1260607001Montréal City Council

Montreal approves water-mains monitoring contract

Montreal council backs a motion to monitor 38 km of water mains with Pure Technologies, 10-year contract, totaling about $26.77 million, phased through 2028 with a five-year extension.

Orientation au conseil d'agglomération

Parliament 2025 · Session 1

1263716001Montréal City Council

City funds affordable housing project

City council's motion would authorize a $13,151,528 contribution to a 395-unit affordable housing project in Sud-Ouest, with occupancy targeted for February 2030.

Orientation au conseil d'agglomération

Parliament 2025 · Session 1

1263956001Montréal City Council

Montreal to fund demolition for social housing

Montreal's agglomeration council motion would approve up to $1.6 million to SOLIDES for building demolition in Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie, paving the way for a future social-housing project.

Orientation au conseil d'agglomération

Parliament 2025 · Session 1

PY17XQVancouver City Council

Rezoning plan adds social housing and childcare

Motion to approve in-principle CD-1 rezoning would add at least 75 social housing homes and replace 129 rental units with 69 rental and 75 social homes on a downtown site.

Council decision

Parliament 2022 · Session 1

1T3S5MVancouver City Council

Rezoning plan adds 1,000 rental homes near transit

Resolution would approve in-principle rezoning for Cambie Street site to enable 1,000 rental homes near transit.

Council decision

Parliament 2022 · Session 1

AXXX40Vancouver City Council

City approves tall student-housing rezoning

Motion to approve in-principle rezoning for Main Street passes in Vancouver, enabling 305 student housing units and 10 arts-school units in a 25-storey tower, pending heritage designation.

Council decision

Parliament 2022 · Session 1

GSPB0YVancouver City Council

City rezoning adds park and rentals

City council in Vancouver approves rezoning to mix six-storey rentals, low-density housing, and a public park, with a land exchange tied to the plan.

Council decision

Parliament 2022 · Session 1

NCP264Vancouver City Council

Council approves in-principle high-rise housing

Vancouver City Council approves zoning for 1031–1039 Burnaby Street to permit a 32-storey rental tower with 329 units, including about 58 social-housing homes, subject to enactment of the CD-1 bylaw.

Council decision

Parliament 2022 · Session 1

HFF4NJVancouver City Council

Council approves housing changes for 11 developments

Motion would let 11 Vancouver housing developments adjust affordability terms; BMR discounts could drop to 10% or CMHC average.

Council decision

Parliament 2022 · Session 1

V3PYJXVancouver City Council

Vancouver rezoning to add 233 rental homes

Vancouver City Council motion would rezone for a 26-storey rental building, securing about 233 homes with 60-year below-market rents.

Council decision

Parliament 2022 · Session 1

W15PA1Vancouver City Council

City converts artist space to five million fund

Vancouver City Council motion would replace a 6,500-square-foot artist space with about five million dollars in cash for arts projects in False Creek Flats and Strathcona.

Public hearing decision

Parliament 2022 · Session 1

OCC03662Edmonton City Council

Council Must Approve Design Committee Plan

Motion to approve Terms of Reference and 2027–28 Work Plan for the Edmonton Design Committee moves to City Council.

Committee decision

Parliament 2025 · Session 1

CS03678Edmonton City Council

City approves transit outreach contract with Bent Arrow

Bent Arrow Traditional Healing Society will deliver transit outreach services under a city council motion. The four-year agreement runs 2027-2030 and is capped at $2.1 million, excluding GST.

Committee decision

Parliament 2025 · Session 1

CS03145Edmonton City Council

City bylaw targets distressing fetus images

A bill in Edmonton would require sealed, warning-labeled hand-delivered fetal-image materials, with a $500 minimum fine if approved.

Committee decision

Parliament 2025 · Session 1

UPE03667Edmonton City Council

City weighs residential plan for industrial land

Urban Planning Committee voted 3-2 to urge City Council to authorize preparation of a residential statutory plan for about 107 hectares in the southwest corner of the Winterburn Industrial Area.

Committee decision

Parliament 2025 · Session 1

UPE03676Edmonton City Council

City studies unfunded traffic package

Edmonton's Urban Planning Committee carries motion directing staff to prepare an unfunded traffic package for the 2027–2030 budget.

Committee decision

Parliament 2025 · Session 1

KWW77NEdmonton City Council

Council weighs 250 affordable housing renewal

Motion would task City staff to work with HomeEd to renew 250 at-risk affordable units with an unfunded service package for the 2027–2030 budget.

Committee decision

Parliament 2025 · Session 1

OCC03659Edmonton City Council

Council Advances Accessibility Committee Plan

The City Council is considering approval to continue two subcommittees and adopt terms of reference for the Accessibility Advisory Committee and a 2027–28 work plan.

Committee decision

Parliament 2025 · Session 1

OCC03660Edmonton City Council

Council to decide on advisory committee terms

City Council will decide on updated terms of reference for the Family and Community Support Services Advisory Committee. A 2027–2028 work plan would guide its activities through December 2028.

Committee decision

Parliament 2025 · Session 1

IP2026-0703Calgary City Council

Growth area plan adds 1,527 homes

Calgary council motion would approve a growth-area plan, enabling 1,527 homes and 37,161 sq m of commercial space; about $1.5 million in operating funding planned for 2028.

Committee decision

Parliament 2025 · Session 1

IP2026-0863Calgary City Council

Belvedere Growth Plan Moves Ahead

Council would consider approving the Belvedere Growth Application, enabling 1,110 homes and $0.23 million in 2028 operating funding, with Phase 1 MAX Purple BRT eyed for 2027–2030.

Committee decision

Parliament 2025 · Session 1

C2026-0743Calgary City Council

Municipal council approves six subsidiary board appointments

Motion would authorize the mayor or deputy mayor to sign shareholder resolutions appointing six subsidiary board members.

Council decision

Parliament 2025 · Session 1

C2026-0900Calgary City Council

City appoints Water Utility Oversight Board; names withheld

Motion to appoint public members to the Water Utility Oversight Board approved by Calgary City Council. Names will be announced only after appointees are notified and accept.

Council decision

Parliament 2025 · Session 1

N2026-0588Calgary City Council

Calgary approves public board appointments

Calgary council approves four public-board appointments to Civic Partners and a Tourism Calgary committee on Oct 20, 2026. Appointee names will be released after notification.

Council decision

Parliament 2025 · Session 1

N2026-0796Calgary City Council

City approves public-member appointments

Motion approves public-member appointments to 24 Calgary boards and committees. Names will be released after applicant notification by Oct 23, with police and oversight panels pending security checks.

Council decision

Parliament 2025 · Session 1

C2026-0636Calgary City Council

Calgary Council reshapes two committees

Motion would appoint seven councillors to two Standing Policy Committees, with Mayor Farkas ex-officio, through the 2027 Organizational Meeting.

Council decision

Parliament 2025 · Session 1

C2026-0696Calgary City Council

Calgary to cover board meeting travel costs

Calgary would cover reasonable travel costs for its Federation of Canadian Municipalities National Board representative, under the city's expenses bylaw.

Council decision

Parliament 2025 · Session 1

Bill M 249British Columbia Legislature

Risk Agreements for Experimental Medicines

Doctors and pharmacists could use listed drugs only if distributors sign risk agreements with the health minister. This may delay access to vaccines, SSRIs, harm-reduction medicines, and gender care.

First Reading

Parliament 43 · Session 2

Bill M 245British Columbia Legislature

Half Tax for Under-40s, Big Spending Cut

People under 40 would pay half their provincial income tax. Public services could face deep cuts to meet a required 50% spending cut within five years.

First Reading

Parliament 43 · Session 2

Bill M 235British Columbia Legislature

Close Overdose Sites and Suspend Benefits

It would close provincially funded supervised drug sites, require not using illegal drugs in funded housing, and suspend benefits after drug possession until treatment is done.

First Reading

Parliament 43 · Session 2

Bill 20British Columbia Legislature

K'ómoks Treaty Becomes Law

This makes the K'ómoks Treaty law and gives the First Nation ownership and local rule over its lands. It changes farming, forestry, and shoreline rules for people and businesses there.

Royal Assent

Parliament 43 · Session 2

Bill M 244British Columbia Legislature

Tenancy Law Repeal Moves Disputes To Court

Renters will take new disputes to provincial court instead of the tenancy board, and rental rules will be set later by government regulation.

First Reading

Parliament 43 · Session 2

Bill 2British Columbia Legislature

New Service Taxes, Investment Credit, Disability Benefit

Adds sales tax to many professional services and creates a new investment tax credit. Starts a monthly disability supplement and pauses some income tax inflation adjustments.

Royal Assent

Parliament 43 · Session 2

Bill M 240British Columbia Legislature

Mandatory Funding Transparency for Advocacy Groups

Groups that advocate must publicly report government and foreign funding and post clear website notices. Citizens can ask courts to enforce rules; big fines can apply.

First Reading

Parliament 43 · Session 2

Bill 9British Columbia Legislature

Online Government Services and Data-Sharing Reform

Gives government new power to share your data across online service platforms. Makes more records public and changes how people ask for information.

Royal Assent

Parliament 43 · Session 2

Bill 207Alberta Legislature

Teach Industry Skills and Create Fossil Fuel Day

Students will learn about oil, farming, forestry, construction and related jobs. February 13 will be Fossil Fuel Recognition Day, not a holiday.

Comes into Force

Parliament 31 · Session 2

Bill 9Alberta Legislature

Shielding School, Sport, and Youth Health Rules

Keeps certain school, sport, and youth health rules in force even if they conflict with Charter or human rights. Courts and rights bodies will have limited power to change them.

Comes into Force

Parliament 31 · Session 2

Bill 25Alberta Legislature

Refocus Schools on Academics and Neutrality

Schools will focus on core learning and limit political programming. The anthem will play weekly with written opt-outs, and the province can assume some school properties.

Royal Assent

Parliament 31 · Session 2

Bill 28Alberta Legislature

Municipal Reform and Development Acceleration Act

Speeds up development, changes who controls local services and taxes, and sets new rules for libraries, seniors' lodges, and municipal employee pay.

Royal Assent

Parliament 31 · Session 2

Bill 18Alberta Legislature

Tightening Rules for Medical Assistance in Dying

MAID would be limited to adults expected to die within 12 months and excludes mental-illness-only cases. Some facilities can refuse on-site MAID and a provincial service will approve providers.

Royal Assent

Parliament 31 · Session 2

Bill 23Alberta Legislature

Ban Deepfakes and Restrict Citizen Petitions

Makes it illegal to make or share fake political videos and lets officials remove them. Stops citizen initiatives near elections and raises the public pay disclosure threshold.

Comes into Force

Parliament 31 · Session 2

Bill 17Alberta Legislature

Tourism Levy Hike and Pension Overhaul

Hotel stays will face a 6% tourism levy from April 2026. Caregiver tax credits and pension rules change, and data centres and credit unions face new fees and oversight.

Committee of the Whole

Parliament 31 · Session 2

Bill 19Alberta Legislature

Approving Spending for Services and Projects

This bill lets government pay for hospitals, schools, roads, and social programs. It keeps services running and allows shifts to speed up school and health projects.

Comes into Force

Parliament 31 · Session 2

Bill 45New Brunswick Legislature

Bill would overhaul mineral rights and mining

Bill would replace the Mining Act with a Mineral Resources Act, giving the Minister broad licensing and land-transfer powers. Vesting orders and strategic-supply actions could be taken with limited review.

Royal Assent

Parliament 61 · Session 2

Bill 38New Brunswick Legislature

Appropriations Bill Sets Large Spending Ceiling

Provincial government would authorize up to $14.544 billion for public-service expenses in 2026-27, with capital and loan provisions; the measure is at first reading.

Royal Assent

Parliament 61 · Session 2

Bill 31New Brunswick Legislature

Judicial Complaints Process Overhaul

Bill would create a 19-member complaints committee to handle complaints against provincial court judges and adjudicators. The Registrar would review complaints and sanctions could include suspension.

Royal Assent

Parliament 61 · Session 2

Bill 23New Brunswick Legislature

Environmental Rights Bill Expands Resident Protections

Bill would create the Environmental Bill of Rights and appoint an Environmental Rights Commissioner. Residents could request reviews, pursue civil actions, and workers could report reprisals.

Second Reading

Parliament 61 · Session 2

Bill 37New Brunswick Legislature

Bill would authorize supplementary spending for 2024-25

Bill would authorize up to $121,503,446.55 in 2024-25 spending across government departments. Spending follows Supplementary Estimates, Volume 2.

Royal Assent

Parliament 61 · Session 2

Bill 39New Brunswick Legislature

Tax Credit Expansion for Small Business

Lawmakers would expand the Small Business Investor Tax Credit with higher limits, and the bill would also permit convertible debentures.

Royal Assent

Parliament 61 · Session 2

Bill 40New Brunswick Legislature

Health safety bill expands patient protection

Bill would require incident reporting, establish a Quality of Care and Patient Safety Advisory Committee, and impose data-sharing duties starting April 1, 2027 and December 1, 2027.

Royal Assent

Parliament 61 · Session 2

Bill 41New Brunswick Legislature

Local governments could own clean-energy facilities

Bill would let local governments build, own or operate a clean-energy facility and form a corporation to run it, with borrowing up to 50% of the year's budget.

Royal Assent

Parliament 61 · Session 2

Bill 240Manitoba Legislature

Pharmacists Could Prescribe Designated Drugs

A bill would let Manitoba pharmacists prescribe designated drugs for listed conditions, subject to regulations. Start date depends on royal assent.

Timeline unavailable

Parliament 43 · Session 3

Bill 21Manitoba Legislature

The Drinking Water Safety Amendment Act

Most shared systems must get an operating licence. Landowners can be ordered to run unknown-owner systems and must follow safety rules with health officer approval.

Concurrence and 3rd Reading

Parliament 43 · Session 3

Bill 54Manitoba Legislature

The Smoking and Vapour Products Control Amendment Act

In listed cities, flavoured vaping liquids can only be sold in shops that bar children. Convenience stores in those cities must stop selling flavours; tobacco flavours stay allowed.

Concurrence and 3rd Reading

Parliament 43 · Session 3

Bill 55Manitoba Legislature

Tax credit boost, hydro levy bill

Lawmakers would pass a bill to set an employee share purchase tax credit capped at $202,500 per eligible individual and tweak Hydro bills using an intensive-use levy, starting in 2027.

First Reading

Parliament 43 · Session 3

Bill 13Manitoba Legislature

The Residential Tenancies Amendment Act

Landlords must register rental units and can face higher fines. Old tenancy orders are hidden after seven years and landlords may show units before move-out with notice.

Concurrence and 3rd Reading

Parliament 43 · Session 3

Bill 56Manitoba Legislature

The Liquor, Gaming and Cannabis Control Amendment Act

Regulators could set minimum staff at cannabis stores. If rules require more workers, stores must hire and customers may see changes in service.

Concurrence and 3rd Reading

Parliament 43 · Session 3

Bill 47Manitoba Legislature

The Apprenticeship and Certification Amendment Act

Creates an online registry that shows who holds trade and occupational certificates. Only minimal personal data can be shared with approved providers.

Concurrence and 3rd Reading

Parliament 43 · Session 3

Bill 58Manitoba Legislature

The Limitations Amendment Act (Intimate Partner Violence)

This bill adds intimate partner violence tort claims to the rules for filing suits. It could change the deadlines for people bringing or defending such cases.

Concurrence and 3rd Reading

Parliament 43 · Session 3

Bill 253Nova Scotia Legislature

Plan reforms: fishing rules and land-use changes

It shifts who writes fishing and land rules and could add costs for fishers, farmers, and towns.

Third Reading Passed

Parliament 65 · Session 1

Bill 303Nova Scotia Legislature

Intellectual Property Bank boosts local innovation

A new IP Bank would help turn publicly funded ideas into local jobs and businesses. It aims to keep innovation activity in the province.

First Reading

Parliament 65 · Session 1

Bill 296Nova Scotia Legislature

Grocery stores gain new competition rights

The bill would remove lease and land-use limits that block new grocery stores. It could mean more stores near you and more choice, but price changes are not guaranteed.

First Reading

Parliament 65 · Session 1

Bill 297Nova Scotia Legislature

Partner-risk disclosure to boost safety

People could ask police for information about a partner's violence risk. The bill lets sharing with others for safety planning, with details decided later.

First Reading

Parliament 65 · Session 1

Bill 288Nova Scotia Legislature

Firefighters get gear cleaning and cancer screening

The bill would require gear cleaning rules and better cancer screening for firefighters, including volunteers. It aims to reduce health risks and may shift costs to governments and departments.

First Reading

Parliament 65 · Session 1

Bill 269Nova Scotia Legislature

Conservation Officer Service Created to Enforce Laws

New Conservation Officer Service gives officers powers to enforce laws and protect the public. It also tightens 911 rules, strengthens protections for intimate images, and sets air-ambulance safety corridors.

Third Reading Passed

Parliament 65 · Session 1

Bill 308Nova Scotia Legislature

Keeps property tax base in family transfers

Family members who get property could keep the current tax base if they move to Nova Scotia within a year. The bill adds rules to explain decisions and curb avoidance.

First Reading

Parliament 65 · Session 1

Bill 256Nova Scotia Legislature

Overtime Threshold Drops; Tip Rules Change

It lowers overtime to 44 hours and adds tip rules that affect how workers are paid. It also lets the government set rules for directors' liability in the future.

Royal Assent

Parliament 65 · Session 1

Bill 7Newfoundland and Labrador House of Assembly

AN ACT TO AMEND THE ENDANGERED SPECIES ACT

Raises fines and daily penalties, expands search, seizure and phone or electronic warrant powers, and allows limited permits; government gets up to 180 days to answer listing advice.

Royal Assent

Parliament 51 · Session 1

Bill 12Newfoundland and Labrador House of Assembly

AN ACT TO AMEND THE CHILDREN'S LAW ACT AND THE FAMILY LAW ACT

Changes custody rules to decision-making, parenting time, and contact. Courts must use only the child's best interests and set clear relocation, safety, and enforcement steps.

Royal Assent

Parliament 51 · Session 1

Bill 13Newfoundland and Labrador House of Assembly

AN ACT TO AMEND THE FORESTRY ACT

Tightens fire rules near forests and in bushy areas. Officials can restrict access, require permits, and order help to fight fires.

Royal Assent

Parliament 51 · Session 1

Bill 14Newfoundland and Labrador House of Assembly

AN ACT FOR GRANTING TO HIS MAJESTY CERTAIN SUMS OF MONEY FOR DEFRAYING CERTAIN EXPENSES OF THE PUBLIC SERVICE FOR THE FINANCIAL YEAR ENDING MARCH 31, 2027 AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES RELATING TO THE PUBLIC SERVICE

Funds government services for 2026–27 and keeps hospitals, schools, roads, and social programs running. It also lets officials move money for pay, emergencies, and federal projects.

Royal Assent

Parliament 51 · Session 1

Bill 2Newfoundland and Labrador House of Assembly

AN ACT RESPECTING THE SENIORS' ADVOCATE

Creates a stronger, independent Seniors' Advocate who can investigate problems and get records. Care homes must forward seniors' requests to the office.

Royal Assent

Parliament 51 · Session 1

Bill 6Newfoundland and Labrador House of Assembly

AN ACT TO AMEND THE PENSION BENEFITS ACT, 1997

If your pension is moved to another province, the receiving plan must be fairly funded (at least 85%). A regulator must approve the transfer.

Royal Assent

Parliament 51 · Session 1

Bill 8Newfoundland and Labrador House of Assembly

AN ACT TO AMEND THE WILD LIFE ACT

Hunters can be stopped for licence checks and face higher fines, jail, and licence bans for moose or caribou offences. Seized gear is returned if no charges in three months.

Royal Assent

Parliament 51 · Session 1

Bill 16Newfoundland and Labrador House of Assembly

AN ACT TO AMEND THE INCOME TAX ACT, 2000

More people pay no provincial income tax because the tax-free amount rises. Volunteer credits double and small business corporate tax rates fall over three years.

Royal Assent

Parliament 51 · Session 1

Bill 47Saskatchewan Legislature

Hold Drug Traffickers Financially Accountable

The law lets government and people sue drug traffickers to recover health and social costs. It can also cancel some public jobs, grants, and contracts for recent convictions.

Royal Assent

Parliament 30 · Session 2

Bill 56Saskatchewan Legislature

Associate Judges to Speed Family Cases

Creates associate judges to hear more civil and family cases and free up judges. They have set pay, rules, and a public complaint process.

Royal Assent

Parliament 30 · Session 2

Bill 60Saskatchewan Legislature

Spending Authority for 2026–27 Budget

Gives legal permission to spend on health, schools, roads and social programs for 2026–27. It does not change taxes or create new programs.

Royal Assent

Parliament 30 · Session 2

Bill 24Saskatchewan Legislature

Mutual Recognition for Goods and Services

Products and services approved elsewhere in Canada can be sold here without extra approvals or fees. Regulators must change rules to follow mutual recognition.

Royal Assent

Parliament 30 · Session 2

Bill 31Saskatchewan Legislature

Defamation Law for the Digital Age

You must give 14 days' written notice before suing for defamation. Courts can order removal or hiding from search engines of harmful online posts.

Royal Assent

Parliament 30 · Session 2

Bill 38Saskatchewan Legislature

Require Ready Land for New Schools

Cities and towns must secure and service land for new schools. The province can order action, charge developers, or withhold transfers if deadlines are missed.

Royal Assent

Parliament 30 · Session 2

Bill 43Saskatchewan Legislature

Municipal Transparency and Governance Reform

Lets you find municipal finances, minutes and bylaws online. Changes tax, assessment, animal safety, and council rules affecting residents and property owners.

Royal Assent

Parliament 30 · Session 2

Bill 48Saskatchewan Legislature

Rapid Treatment Orders for High-Risk Addiction

Police or health workers can take adults with severe substance problems for quick assessment. A board or judge can order short inpatient stays or community treatment with legal review.

Royal Assent

Parliament 30 · Session 2

Bill 54Northwest Territories Legislative Assembly

An Act to Amend the Opioid Damages and Health Care Costs Recovery Act

Bill would give the Government of Canada the right to sue opioid-related manufacturers, wholesalers and consultants to recover health care costs, including aggregate claims with anonymized records.

2nd Reading

Parliament 20 · Session 1

Bill 56Northwest Territories Legislative Assembly

Health and Social Services Professions Statutes Amendment Act

Summary coming soon.

Notice

Parliament 20 · Session 1

Bill 57Northwest Territories Legislative Assembly

An Act to Amend the Employment Standards Act

Summary coming soon.

Notice

Parliament 20 · Session 1

Bill 55Northwest Territories Legislative Assembly

An Act to Amend the Property Assessment and Taxation Act

Summary coming soon.

Notice

Parliament 20 · Session 1

Bill 49Northwest Territories Legislative Assembly

Safer Communities and Neighbourhoods Act

Officials can order people to leave rental units linked to illegal activity and end tenancies. Innocent tenants may get help, but failure to obey can mean fines or jail.

2nd Reading

Parliament 20 · Session 1

Bill 46Northwest Territories Legislative Assembly

Prevention of Proceedings that Hamper Expression on Matters of Public Interest Act

Lets people sued over public-issue speech ask a judge to dismiss the case early. The lawsuit pauses while the judge decides and dismissed cases can trigger higher costs.

2nd Reading

Parliament 20 · Session 1

Bill 48Northwest Territories Legislative Assembly

An Act to Amend the Workers' Compensation Act, No. 2

Firefighters and front-line emergency workers get an automatic presumption for some cancers, heart injuries, and PTSD so it's easier to get workers' compensation.

3rd Reading

Parliament 20 · Session 1

Bill 45Northwest Territories Legislative Assembly

Civil Forfeiture Act

Government can seize property likely tied to crime through court or paperwork. Owners must dispute within 60 days or may lose assets.

2nd Reading

Parliament 20 · Session 1

Bill 3Yukon Legislative Assembly

Suing Opioid Companies for Health Costs

Governments can sue opioid makers to recover health care costs using population data. Your medical records stay private and prescriptions are not affected.

Assent

Parliament 36 · Session 1

Bill 5Yukon Legislative Assembly

Health Transition: Interim Authority and Powers

Gives the minister short-term control over the health system during the change. Your care continues, but health information may be shared and suing over transition actions is mostly barred.

Assent

Parliament 36 · Session 1

Bill 201Yukon Legislative Assembly

Budget Approves $2.46B for Services

This bill lets the government spend $2.46 billion on health, schools, roads, and homes. It also sets a $100 million contingency for emergencies.

Assent

Parliament 36 · Session 1

Bill 4Yukon Legislative Assembly

Budget Contingency Vote for Emergencies

Allows a small emergency fund in the annual budget for urgent, unforeseen public needs. Transfers need board approval and public reports.

Assent

Parliament 36 · Session 1

Bill 200Yukon Legislative Assembly

Mid-Year Budget Top-Up Keeps Services Running

This adds money to keep health, schools, roads, and help programs running until March 31, 2026. It does not add new taxes.

Assent

Parliament 36 · Session 1

Bill 2Yukon Legislative Assembly

Clean Energy Law Repealed

The law ends the Clean Energy Act and removes duties, targets, and some rules created by it. Programs tied only to the act may stop; contact the government office.

Assent

Parliament 36 · Session 1

Bill 202Yukon Legislative Assembly

Bridge Funding to Keep Services Running

Keeps government services running for two months while the full budget is finished. Pays for hospitals, schools, roads, and income supports.

Assent

Parliament 36 · Session 1

Bill 1Yukon Legislative Assembly

Assembly Control Over Debate Agenda

Allows the legislature to set and prioritize its own debate topics, even if not listed when the session began. No new services or duties for the public.

First Reading

Parliament 36 · Session 1