Canada Bills
Living Donor Recognition Medal Act
Creates a federal medal for living organ donors. Eligible citizens and permanent residents who donated in Canada can be honoured at public ceremonies; nomination rules will be set later.
Status
Consideration in committee
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Budget 2025 Implementation Act, No. 2
This bill changes taxes, housing, work rules, and travel complaints. It bans most non‑competes, raises housing guarantees, and adds new tax and crypto reporting for businesses.
Status
Senate pre-study
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Somali Heritage Month Act
July will be officially Somali Heritage Month across Canada. It does not create a holiday or require funding.
Status
First reading
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Respecting Families of Murdered and Brutalized Persons Act
In the worst cases, judges could set parole eligibility at 25 to 40 years. This applies when abduction, sexual assault, and murder all happen to the same victim.
Status
Consideration in committee
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Silver Alert National Framework Act
Sets common rules for fast phone, TV, and radio alerts about missing vulnerable seniors. Police and care homes will share limited details so people can help find them.
Status
Second reading
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An Act to amend the Energy Efficiency Act
More products must meet efficiency and labelling rules. Expect clearer labels, fewer false claims, pilot tests for new tech, and stronger inspections with bigger fines.
Status
First reading
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Service Dogs for Veterans Act
Veterans will be assessed for service dogs during rehabilitation planning. Federal rules will set standards and funding later.
Status
First reading
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Canadian Flag Must Show Origin
Flags at least 20 cm by 30 cm must show country-of-origin on the flag or package. Sellers must not sell or advertise unlabelled covered flags.
Status
First reading
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Mental Health Parity Act
Makes mental health and addictions care insured like other health services. Bans extra fees and links federal funding to provincial compliance.
Status
First reading
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National Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma Awareness Day Act
May 17 becomes a national day for DIPG awareness. It raises attention but creates no programs or funding.
Status
Second reading
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End Federal Power To Judge Secession
Removes the federal law that sets tests for secession referendums. The government would rely on politics and courts, not a clear rule.
Status
First reading
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By-elections When MPs Change Party
If your MP joins a different registered party, their seat becomes vacant and a by-election is called. Your riding may be without representation until the vote.
Status
First reading
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An Act to amend the Youth Criminal Justice Act
Police and courts can steer youths into approved addiction programs, with consent. Judges cannot jail a youth just for skipping treatment.
Status
Consideration in committee
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Offender Rehabilitation Act
Judges can require programs, letters, or treatment in prison. Progress affects parole. Large-scale fentanyl dealing brings tougher sentences.
Status
Second reading
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Providing Alternatives to Isolation and Ensuring Oversight and Remedies in the Correctional System Act (Tona’s Law)
Isolation over 48 hours needs a court's OK. People in federal prisons get faster mental health care and more chances for community release, with more Indigenous and community oversight.
Status
Second reading
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Connected Care for Canadians Act
Health software must share records with other systems and stop blocking access. Patients and providers get faster, safer care, while privacy laws still apply.
Status
First reading
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Georgina’s Law
The Minister must lead national work on partner violence. Annual meetings and Indigenous engagement are required, with public reports every two years. No new funding or criminal law changes.
Status
Second reading
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An Act to amend the Criminal Code (assault against persons who provide health services and first responders)
Judges must give tougher sentences for threats or assaults against health workers and first responders on duty. It does not create new crimes.
Status
Second reading
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National Strategy to Combat Human Trafficking Act
Makes the federal anti-trafficking plan law, with yearly reports, training, and a survivor-led approach. It boosts prevention and support, and shares clear info for the public.
Status
Second reading
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An Act to amend the Special Economic Measures Act (disposal of foreign state assets)
Cabinet could take and sell foreign state assets already frozen under sanctions, without a court order. Banks would transfer assets, and sale money could support set uses.
Status
Third reading
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National Framework on Food Allergy Act
Creates a national plan to prevent and manage food allergies. Aims for faster diagnosis, better access to epinephrine, clearer ingredient info, and public education.
Status
Second reading
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Regulating the Online Use of Deepfakes Act
Platforms must detect, label, and remove deepfakes that could cause significant harm. Companies face administrative fines and officers can be held liable.
Status
First reading
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Canada Lowers Tariffs on UK Goods
Many UK imports will face lower or zero tariffs, some right away and others by 2029. Shoppers may see lower prices; some farm goods stay protected.
Status
Royal assent
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Canada-Indonesia Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement Implementation Act
Many goods from Indonesia will get cheaper as tariffs drop. The deal sets clear trade rules and has protections for workers and the environment.
Status
Royal assent
Timeline