Charles Sousa

Division 827 · Agreed To · June 17, 2024

Division 826 · Negatived · June 17, 2024

Division 811 · Agreed To · June 11, 2024

Dec 17, 2024Royal assent

C-40

Clearer Release Notices for Crime Victims

Correctional Service of Canada and the Parole Board must explain how offender release and review dates are set for registered victims. This does not change release rules, only the notice.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 651 · Agreed To · February 28, 2024

Dec 17, 2024Consideration in committee

Division 426 · Agreed To · October 18, 2023

C-320

Two-Month GST/HST Holiday on Key Purchases

From Dec 14 to Feb 15, GST/HST is 0% on listed goods and restaurant meals. You must pay and get delivery in that window; other provincial taxes still apply.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 904 · Agreed To · November 28, 2024

Dec 12, 2024Royal assent

C-78

New Trust Protects Unpaid Produce Suppliers

Unpaid sellers of fresh produce get first claim if a buyer goes bankrupt. With 30-day terms and notice, the goods and sale money are held for them.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 430 · Agreed To · October 25, 2023

Division 331 · Agreed To · May 17, 2023

Dec 12, 2024Royal assent

C-280

Stronger Sentencing for Attacks on Health Workers, Responders

Judges must treat attacks or death threats against on-duty health workers and first responders as more serious at sentencing. No new crimes or higher maximums, but sentences may be tougher.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 650 · Agreed To · February 28, 2024

Division 623 · Agreed To · January 31, 2024

Dec 10, 2024Consideration in committee

Division 394 · Agreed To · June 21, 2023

C-321

Canada bans air export of slaughter horses

Flying horses abroad for slaughter would stop. Other air shipments need a signed declaration, with fines for lies. Rules start 18 months after approval.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Dec 5, 2024Second reading

Division 622 · Agreed To · January 31, 2024

C-355

Canada Tightens Cyber Rules for Critical Services

The bill sets cyber rules for banks, telecoms, energy and transport. Government can order risky gear removed and demand fast incident reports, with big fines for ignoring directions.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 287 · Agreed To · March 27, 2023

Dec 5, 2024Third reading

C-26

Plastics Removed From CEPA Toxic List

The bill removes plastic manufactured items from CEPA's toxic list. Federal single-use plastic bans may ease, but provinces and cities can still set their own rules.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Dec 4, 2024Second reading

Division 909 · Negatived · December 4, 2024

C-380

An Act to amend the Food and Drugs Act (natural health products)

Most vitamins and herbal remedies would face lighter rules than drugs. Health Canada could still recall unsafe products; nicotine replacement products stay under full drug-style monitoring.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Dec 2, 2024Consideration in committee

Division 789 · Agreed To · May 29, 2024

C-368

April Named Arab Heritage Month Nationwide

Parliament would recognize April as Arab Heritage Month. It changes no holidays, programs, or duties; any observance is optional.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Nov 26, 2024Third reading

Division 264 · Agreed To · March 8, 2023

C-232

Age and consent checks for porn

Porn makers and sites must check that people are 18 and gave written consent. Offenders face fines, jail, content removal, and court limits on internet use.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Nov 19, 2024Consideration in committee

Division 758 · Agreed To · May 8, 2024

C-270

Legal to Bypass Digital Locks for Repair

You and your repair shop can legally bypass digital locks on products only to diagnose, maintain, or fix them. It doesn't allow copying software or require parts or manuals.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 73 · Agreed To · February 25, 2026

Division 342 · Agreed To · May 31, 2023

Nov 7, 2024Royal assent

C-244

National Eye Care Plan and Macular Degeneration Month

The Health Minister must work with provinces and Indigenous partners to create an eye care plan in 18 months. It may speed drug reviews and makes February an awareness month.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 353 · Agreed To · June 7, 2023

Nov 7, 2024Royal assent

C-284

Allow Bypassing Digital Locks for Interoperability

You can legally bypass a digital lock on software you bought to make it work with other devices or parts. Sharing info is allowed only for that purpose.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 374 · Agreed To · June 14, 2023

Division 373 · Agreed To · June 14, 2023

Nov 7, 2024Royal assent

C-294

Travel Tax Break for Construction Workers

Construction tradespeople can deduct travel to job sites 120 km or more from home. Starting with 2022 taxes, this lowers income if you pay for travel and got no allowance.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 52 · Agreed To · December 3, 2025

Division 273 · Agreed To · March 22, 2023

Nov 7, 2024Third reading

C-241

New watchdog to oversee RCMP and CBSA

People can file complaints about RCMP and border officers. An independent commission will review cases, set timelines, and report results, with new rules for serious incidents.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 809 · Agreed To · June 11, 2024

Division 806 · Agreed To · June 10, 2024

Division 805 · Negatived · June 10, 2024

Division 795 · Agreed To · June 4, 2024

Oct 31, 2024Royal assent

C-20

Stronger Federal Whistleblower Protections

Federal workers get more ways to report wrongdoing and stronger protection from reprisals. A longer complaint window and penalties apply, and contractors are covered.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Oct 31, 2024Second reading

Division 621 · Agreed To · January 31, 2024

C-290

National Brain Injury Strategy and Guidelines

The federal health minister must make a brain injury plan within 18 months. It will set care guides, online help, data, and a task force with people with brain injuries.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Oct 28, 2024Consideration in committee

Division 812 · Agreed To · June 12, 2024

C-277

National Flood and Drought Forecast Plan

The government must craft a plan to forecast floods and droughts. It will consult provinces, cities, and Indigenous groups and publish the plan within two years.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 801 · Agreed To · June 5, 2024

Oct 24, 2024Second reading

Division 643 · Agreed To · February 14, 2024

C-317

Canada to Create National Pandemic Plan

It requires a public pandemic plan, updated often. It adds a federal lead to work with provinces and Indigenous communities on surveillance, stockpiles, staffing, and vaccine supply.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 802 · Agreed To · June 5, 2024

Oct 22, 2024Second reading

Division 255 · Agreed To · February 8, 2023

C-293

Tougher Bail, New Tools for Domestic Violence

The law tightens bail in partner-violence cases and creates a new peace bond. Courts can order no-contact, monitoring, and gun bans; victims are told how to get release orders.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 864 · Agreed To · September 25, 2024

Division 863 · Agreed To · September 25, 2024

Division 862 · Negatived · September 25, 2024

Division 439 · Agreed To · November 1, 2023

Oct 10, 2024Royal assent

S-205

No-Cost Contraception and Diabetes Drugs

If your province signs on, you get no-cost coverage for contraception and diabetes drugs. Ottawa also starts national work on an essential medicines list and bulk buying.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 794 · Agreed To · June 3, 2024

Division 792 · Agreed To · May 30, 2024

Division 791 · Negatived · May 30, 2024

Division 753 · Agreed To · May 7, 2024

Division 752 · Negatived · May 7, 2024

Division 751 · Agreed To · May 6, 2024

Oct 10, 2024Royal assent

C-64

Renaming Child Pornography to Abuse Material

It changes the term to child sexual abuse and exploitation material. No new crimes; penalties and bans stay the same, and it takes effect one year after Royal Assent.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 249 · Agreed To · February 1, 2023

Oct 10, 2024Royal assent

C-291

Set Deadlines for Open Banking Plan

Requires the finance minister to publish an open banking plan within 30 days. A full bill must follow in 6 months or a delay report is required. No immediate changes.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Oct 9, 2024Consideration in committee

Division 671 · Agreed To · March 20, 2024

C-365

Modernized Rules for Atlantic Offshore Energy

Sets clear rules for offshore wind and renewables in Nova Scotia and Newfoundland and Labrador. Keeps joint control, adds safety and environmental checks, and can limit projects near protected areas.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 788 · Agreed To · May 29, 2024

Division 787 · Negatived · May 29, 2024

Division 772 · Agreed To · May 27, 2024

Division 750 · Agreed To · May 2, 2024

Division 420 · Agreed To · October 17, 2023

Division 419 · Negatived · October 17, 2023

Division 418 · Agreed To · October 16, 2023

Oct 3, 2024Royal assent

C-49

Broadcast regulator to consult provinces on French markets

The federal broadcast regulator must hear from provinces before setting rules that affect Quebec culture or French-language markets. It adds a consultation step but gives no provincial veto.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Oct 2, 2024Consideration in committee

Division 649 · Agreed To · February 28, 2024

C-354

Omnibus Budget Law: Taxes, Competition, Housing

It adds taxes on big digital firms and buybacks, boosts clean tech credits, and creates housing and water agencies. Workers get new leaves; therapy is tax-free.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 785 · Agreed To · May 28, 2024

Division 784 · Agreed To · May 28, 2024

Division 783 · Agreed To · May 28, 2024

Division 782 · Agreed To · May 28, 2024

Division 781 · Agreed To · May 28, 2024

Division 780 · Agreed To · May 28, 2024

Division 779 · Agreed To · May 28, 2024

Division 777 · Agreed To · May 28, 2024

Division 776 · Negatived · May 28, 2024

Division 764 · Agreed To · May 21, 2024

Division 763 · Negatived · May 21, 2024

Division 759 · Agreed To · May 9, 2024

Division 668 · Agreed To · March 18, 2024

Division 667 · Agreed To · March 18, 2024

Division 666 · Agreed To · March 18, 2024

Division 665 · Agreed To · March 18, 2024

Division 664 · Agreed To · March 18, 2024

Division 663 · Agreed To · March 18, 2024

Division 662 · Agreed To · March 18, 2024

Division 661 · Agreed To · March 18, 2024

Division 660 · Agreed To · March 18, 2024

Division 659 · Negatived · March 18, 2024

C-59

Old Age Security Up 10%, Work Pays More

All seniors 65+ get a 10% Old Age Security increase. Low-income seniors can earn more from work before Guaranteed Income Supplement benefits are reduced.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Sep 25, 2024Third reading

Division 422 · Agreed To · October 18, 2023

C-319

One Canadian Economy Act

Makes it easier to sell goods and work across Canada. Lets cabinet fast-track key projects with one approval, with safety checks, Indigenous consultation, and public transparency.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 34 · Agreed To · June 20, 2025

Division 33 · Agreed To · June 20, 2025

Division 32 · Agreed To · June 20, 2025

Division 31 · Negatived · June 20, 2025

Division 30 · Agreed To · June 20, 2025

Division 29 · Negatived · June 20, 2025

Division 28 · Negatived · June 20, 2025

Division 27 · Agreed To · June 20, 2025

Division 26 · Agreed To · June 20, 2025

Division 25 · Agreed To · June 20, 2025

Division 24 · Negatived · June 20, 2025

Division 23 · Negatived · June 20, 2025

Division 13 · Agreed To · June 16, 2025

Jun 26, 2025Royal assent

C-5

Ports and Rail Get Tougher Safety Rules

New rules boost security at ports and on trains. Ports must consult locals and Indigenous groups, post climate plans, and a B.C. zone gets a 14‑day anchoring limit.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 410 · Negatived · September 26, 2023

Sep 20, 2024Report stage

C-33

Tougher Sentences for Repeat Car Theft

On a third car theft case treated as serious, judges must give at least three years in jail. No community sentences in serious cases; gang links count most.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Sep 18, 2024Second reading

Division 855 · Negatived · September 18, 2024

C-379

Canada Ends Spanking Defence in Law

Parents and teachers lose the correction defence for physical discipline. Spanking could be treated as assault; changes start 30 days after Royal Assent.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Sep 18, 2024Third reading

Division 644 · Agreed To · February 14, 2024

C-273

Mandatory Minimums for Extortion, Arson Aggravates

Extortion now carries at least 3 years in prison, more with guns or gang links. Arson during extortion must count against the offender.

Votes • Charles Sousa

May 22, 2024Second reading

Division 767 · Negatived · May 22, 2024

C-381

Parliament to Appoint Visual Artist Laureate

Parliament will name a Visual Artist Laureate for up to two years. They will promote the arts, create works for state events, and sponsor exhibitions in Parliament.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 642 · Agreed To · February 14, 2024

Division 624 · Agreed To · January 31, 2024

Division 354 · Agreed To · June 7, 2023

S-202

Sustainable Jobs Council and Action Plans

Ottawa will set five-year plans for jobs in a net-zero economy. A new council and secretariat guide training and supports; no new taxes or penalties.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 738 · Agreed To · April 15, 2024

Division 737 · Negatived · April 15, 2024

Division 736 · Agreed To · April 11, 2024

Division 735 · Agreed To · April 11, 2024

Division 733 · Negatived · April 11, 2024

Division 732 · Negatived · April 11, 2024

Division 731 · Negatived · April 11, 2024

Division 730 · Negatived · April 11, 2024

Division 729 · Negatived · April 11, 2024

Division 728 · Agreed To · April 11, 2024

Division 727 · Negatived · April 11, 2024

Division 726 · Negatived · April 11, 2024

Division 724 · Negatived · April 11, 2024

Division 723 · Negatived · April 11, 2024

Division 722 · Agreed To · April 11, 2024

Division 721 · Negatived · April 11, 2024

Division 720 · Agreed To · April 11, 2024

Division 719 · Negatived · April 11, 2024

Division 718 · Agreed To · April 11, 2024

Division 717 · Agreed To · April 11, 2024

Division 716 · Agreed To · April 11, 2024

Division 715 · Negatived · April 11, 2024

Division 714 · Negatived · April 11, 2024

Division 713 · Negatived · April 11, 2024

Division 712 · Negatived · April 11, 2024

Division 711 · Negatived · April 11, 2024

Division 710 · Negatived · April 11, 2024

Division 709 · Negatived · April 11, 2024

Division 708 · Negatived · April 11, 2024

Division 707 · Negatived · April 11, 2024

Division 706 · Negatived · April 11, 2024

Division 705 · Negatived · April 11, 2024

Division 704 · Negatived · April 11, 2024

Division 703 · Agreed To · April 11, 2024

Division 702 · Negatived · April 11, 2024

Division 701 · Negatived · April 11, 2024

Division 700 · Negatived · April 11, 2024

Division 699 · Negatived · April 11, 2024

Division 698 · Negatived · April 11, 2024

Division 697 · Negatived · April 11, 2024

Division 696 · Negatived · April 11, 2024

Division 695 · Negatived · April 11, 2024

Division 694 · Negatived · April 11, 2024

Division 693 · Negatived · April 11, 2024

Division 692 · Negatived · April 11, 2024

Division 691 · Negatived · April 11, 2024

Division 690 · Negatived · April 11, 2024

Division 689 · Negatived · April 11, 2024

Division 688 · Negatived · April 11, 2024

Division 687 · Negatived · April 11, 2024

C-50

Ban on replacement workers in federal strikes

Employers in federal sectors can’t use most replacement workers during strikes or lockouts. Essential safety work continues, but you may see service delays; rules start June 20, 2025.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 774 · Agreed To · May 27, 2024

Division 647 · Agreed To · February 27, 2024

C-58

Budget Brings New Taxes, Credits, Protections

Canada's budget law adds a 15% minimum tax on large firms, new clean tech credits, worker rights, school food funds, housing rules, open banking, and stronger car-theft and money-laundering laws.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 847 · Agreed To · June 19, 2024

Division 845 · Negatived · June 18, 2024

Division 844 · Negatived · June 18, 2024

Division 843 · Negatived · June 18, 2024

Division 841 · Negatived · June 18, 2024

Division 840 · Negatived · June 18, 2024

Division 839 · Negatived · June 18, 2024

Division 838 · Negatived · June 18, 2024

Division 837 · Negatived · June 18, 2024

Division 836 · Negatived · June 18, 2024

Division 835 · Negatived · June 18, 2024

Division 834 · Negatived · June 18, 2024

Division 833 · Negatived · June 18, 2024

Division 832 · Negatived · June 18, 2024

Division 831 · Negatived · June 18, 2024

Division 825 · Agreed To · June 17, 2024

Division 766 · Agreed To · May 22, 2024

Division 765 · Negatived · May 22, 2024

Division 761 · Agreed To · May 21, 2024

C-69

Foreign Influence Registry and Tougher Security Powers

If you act for a foreign state in politics, you must register. The law adds new crimes, stronger spy powers, and new court rules to handle secrets.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 814 · Agreed To · June 13, 2024

C-70

Authorizes $118B for Federal Services

Keeps federal services funded through March 2025. No new taxes; money covers health, housing, defence, and more. Some border and tax agency funds can be used into 2026.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 820 · Agreed To · June 13, 2024

Division 819 · Agreed To · June 13, 2024

Division 818 · Agreed To · June 13, 2024

C-74

Extra $11.2B for 2024–25 federal programs

Parliament authorizes $11.19B in extra 2024–25 spending. It keeps federal services running and adds funds for Indigenous communities, immigration, transport, health, veterans, and housing, with no new taxes.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 824 · Agreed To · June 13, 2024

Division 823 · Agreed To · June 13, 2024

Division 822 · Agreed To · June 13, 2024

C-75

Canada Plans Environmental Justice Strategy

The environment minister must create a national plan to address environmental racism. It requires consultations, public data, and five-year reviews, but makes no direct cleanup or permit changes.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 288 · Agreed To · March 29, 2023

Division 254 · Agreed To · February 8, 2023

C-226

Clear Home Internet Speed Labels

ISPs must publish typical speeds and service quality. The CRTC will set how to measure and display it and enforce compliance.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 304 · Agreed To · April 26, 2023

C-288

Clearer Rules for Human Trafficking Exploitation

Police and courts will look for force, threats, lies, or abuse of power, not fear. Threats to family or others can count.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 853 · Negatived · June 19, 2024

Division 271 · Agreed To · March 22, 2023

Jun 19, 2024Report stage

S-224

No GST/HST on Therapy and Counselling

Therapy and mental health counselling by licensed providers would be tax-free. You would not pay GST/HST on these bills, starting six months after the law is passed.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 852 · Agreed To · June 19, 2024

Division 851 · Agreed To · June 19, 2024

Jun 19, 2024Third reading

Division 414 · Agreed To · September 27, 2023

C-323

Clean Coasts Act

The bill tightens sea dumping bans and blocks sales of boats to buyers who cannot maintain them. Sellers and owners face penalties if they allow dumping or risky transfers.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 73 · Agreed To · February 25, 2026

Feb 25, 2026Second reading

Division 342 · Agreed To · May 31, 2023

C-244

More Ways to Vote, Stronger Election Rules

Canadians get more chances to vote and easier mail-in options. Parties face stricter privacy rules, and foreign influence and misinformation are tougher to do.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 849 · Agreed To · June 19, 2024

Division 848 · Negatived · June 19, 2024

Dec 12, 2024Consideration in committee

Division 829 · Agreed To · June 17, 2024

C-65

Crackdown on monopolies, mergers, and cartels

Canada tightens competition rules. Big mergers may be stopped or undone, and cartels face higher fines and jail. Competition Bureau can challenge unfair prices and review deals for three years.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Jun 19, 2024Consideration in committee

Division 633 · Agreed To · February 7, 2024

C-352

Strengthening Canada's Immigration System and Borders Act

The bill tightens border checks, speeds asylum decisions, and raises penalties for money laundering. It expands police powers and moves the Coast Guard under Defence.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 59 · Agreed To · December 11, 2025

Division 58 · Agreed To · December 11, 2025

Division 57 · Negatived · December 11, 2025

Division 56 · Negatived · December 11, 2025

Mar 27, 2026Royal assent

C-12

Court Challenges Program Enshrined in Law

The minister must keep the Court Challenges Program. It funds major language and Charter rights cases, with an independent administrator and a yearly report to Parliament.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Jun 13, 2024Consideration in committee

Division 451 · Agreed To · November 22, 2023

C-316

Farm carbon charge exemptions for 8 years

For eight years, farms won't pay the carbon charge on natural gas and propane used to heat barns, greenhouses, or dry grain. Home heating bills are unchanged.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Dec 12, 2023Third reading

Division 289 · Agreed To · March 29, 2023

C-234

Canada Sanctions Hostage-Takers, Aids Families

Canada can freeze assets and block dealings with those who take Canadians hostage. Families get support, victims may be paid, and informants can earn rewards or immigration help.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Dec 3, 2024Consideration in committee

Division 799 · Agreed To · June 5, 2024

C-353

Build Homes Faster or Lose Federal Funds

Cities get more or less federal money based on housing built and permit speed. New below-market rentals get a full GST rebate and more public land is sold for homes.

Votes • Charles Sousa

May 29, 2024Second reading

Division 790 · Negatived · May 29, 2024

C-356

New human rights law tightens sanctions, media

Canada will publish a yearly human rights report. It also tightens sanctions follow-up, blocks licences for sanctioned foreign-linked media, and bans loans or investments tied to cluster munitions.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 341 · Agreed To · May 31, 2023

May 29, 2024Second reading

Division 340 · Agreed To · May 31, 2023

C-281

Mandatory Maximum Security for High-Risk Offenders

Some high‑risk inmates must be held in maximum security and cannot get unescorted temporary absences. The rule starts three months after Royal Assent.

Votes • Charles Sousa

May 1, 2024Second reading

Division 745 · Negatived · May 1, 2024

C-351

15-Week EI Benefit for Adoption and Surrogacy

Adoptive and surrogacy parents get up to 15 more weeks of EI to bond with their child. Federally regulated workers also gain longer, job-protected adoption leave.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Apr 30, 2024Third reading

Division 409 · Agreed To · September 20, 2023

C-318

March 11 recognized as Pandemic Observance Day

March 11 will be a national observance to remember COVID-19. No day off or closures; activities are optional.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 740 · Agreed To · April 17, 2024

Division 269 · Agreed To · March 22, 2023

Apr 30, 2024Royal assent

S-209

Indigenous-Led National Reconciliation Council Created

Creates an Indigenous-led council to track reconciliation. Expect yearly public reports, a Prime Minister response, and more education; donations to the council will get tax receipts.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 741 · Agreed To · April 29, 2024

Division 673 · Agreed To · March 20, 2024

Apr 30, 2024Royal assent

C-29

New Ojibway National Urban Park in Windsor

Seven land parcels in Windsor become a federal urban park managed by Parks Canada. Park rules protect wildlife and nature; a public plan must follow within five years.

Votes • Charles Sousa

May 28, 2024Consideration in committee

Division 305 · Agreed To · April 26, 2023

C-248

Allegiance Oath Becomes Optional for Parliament

Federal MPs and Senators can swear an Oath of Office instead of the Oath of Allegiance. It does not change services or taxes and starts when the bill becomes law.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Apr 10, 2024Second reading

Division 685 · Negatived · April 10, 2024

C-347

Canada tightens foreign investment security reviews

Some foreign investors must notify and wait before closing deals. The government can set temporary rules, review more minority and state-owned deals, share info with allies, and raise penalties.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 449 · Agreed To · November 20, 2023

Division 444 · Agreed To · November 7, 2023

Division 443 · Negatived · November 7, 2023

Division 442 · Agreed To · November 7, 2023

Division 440 · Agreed To · November 6, 2023

Division 293 · Agreed To · April 17, 2023

Mar 22, 2024Royal assent

C-34

Parliament approves $8.9B year-end spending

Parliament approves $8.9B to keep programs running. It funds defence, Indigenous services, and the Gordie Howe Bridge, and writes off some student loans without changing taxes.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 678 · Agreed To · March 21, 2024

Division 677 · Agreed To · March 21, 2024

Division 676 · Agreed To · March 21, 2024

Mar 22, 2024Royal assent

C-67

Interim $74B Keeps Federal Services Running

Parliament approves temporary funding to keep federal programs running until the full budget passes. Health care, Indigenous services, veterans supports, research, parks, ferries, and border services continue.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 682 · Agreed To · March 21, 2024

Division 680 · Agreed To · March 21, 2024

Mar 22, 2024Royal assent

C-68

Canada Commits to National Child Care System

The federal government pledges long-term child care funding through provincial and Indigenous agreements. A new council and yearly reports will track access, cost, quality, and inclusion.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 656 · Agreed To · February 29, 2024

Division 385 · Agreed To · June 19, 2023

Division 370 · Agreed To · June 12, 2023

Division 369 · Negatived · June 12, 2023

Division 351 · Agreed To · June 6, 2023

Mar 19, 2024Royal assent

C-35

Implements updated Canada–Ukraine free trade agreement

Canada approves the updated trade deal with Ukraine and updates customs and tribunal laws. It adds oversight for Canadian firms in Ukraine and sets rules for disputes.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 627 · Agreed To · February 6, 2024

Division 607 · Agreed To · December 12, 2023

Division 450 · Agreed To · November 21, 2023

Mar 19, 2024Royal assent

C-57

MAID for mental illness delayed to 2027

People whose only condition is a mental illness cannot get MAID until March 17, 2027. Parliament will study the issue and may suggest changes before then.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 646 · Agreed To · February 15, 2024

Division 645 · Agreed To · February 15, 2024

Division 641 · Agreed To · February 14, 2024

Division 640 · Negatived · February 14, 2024

Feb 29, 2024Royal assent

C-62

Wireless licences must serve 50% in 3 years

Carriers must cover at least half of people in each local area within three years. If they fail, licences can be revoked and reassigned to keep service going.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Nov 8, 2023Second reading

Division 448 · Negatived · November 8, 2023

S-242

Gun Crackdown and Nuclear Security Powers

Penalties for gun crimes increase. Police and courts can remove guns in risky homes, limit handgun transfers, stop ghost guns, and allow trained guards at nuclear sites.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 333 · Agreed To · May 18, 2023

Division 328 · Agreed To · May 17, 2023

Division 327 · Negatived · May 17, 2023

Dec 15, 2023Royal assent

C-21

Boosts Rental Rebate, Toughens Competition Law

Removes GST on new rental builds, which could add supply. Strengthens competition law to curb unfair pricing and probe markets like groceries.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 606 · Agreed To · December 11, 2023

Division 474 · Agreed To · December 5, 2023

Division 473 · Agreed To · December 5, 2023

Division 472 · Negatived · December 5, 2023

Division 471 · Negatived · December 5, 2023

Division 456 · Agreed To · November 23, 2023

Dec 15, 2023Royal assent

C-56

Parliament approves $20.7B in-year funding

This bill adds $20.7B to federal budgets so services keep running. It boosts Indigenous programs, defence, immigration, health, housing, and infrastructure, with some funds usable into 2025.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 604 · Agreed To · December 7, 2023

Division 603 · Agreed To · December 7, 2023

Dec 15, 2023Royal assent

C-60

Tougher Neglect Rules for Long-Term Care

Long-term care owners and officers face a clear legal duty to provide basic needs. Courts can ban convicted leaders from working with vulnerable adults.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 479 · Agreed To · December 6, 2023

Division 265 · Agreed To · March 8, 2023

Dec 7, 2023First reading

C-295

Environmental Rights and Court Access for Canadians

It gives everyone a right to a healthy environment. People can get information, join decisions, and take court cases on environmental harm; public servants are protected for speaking up.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Dec 6, 2023Second reading

Division 480 · Negatived · December 6, 2023

C-219

Sex Offender Registry and Publication Ban Reforms

The bill tightens sex offender registration and gives victims more say on publication bans. Police get new tools, and victims can get sentence updates.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 417 · Agreed To · October 5, 2023

Oct 26, 2023Royal assent

S-12

Greener Materials for Federal Buildings

The federal government must consider greenhouse gas reductions when setting rules for its buildings and public works. It can allow wood or other low-carbon materials, but nothing is required.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 415 · Agreed To · September 27, 2023

Oct 26, 2023Royal assent

S-222

Ban on Federal COVID Vaccine Mandates

The federal government could not require COVID shots for federal staff, workers in federally regulated sectors, or passengers. Other rules like masks or testing could still apply.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Oct 25, 2023Second reading

Division 434 · Negatived · October 25, 2023

C-278

Tougher Rules for Parole Breaches and Sentencing

Creates a new crime for serious offenders who break release conditions. Parole officers must report breaches, and fewer crimes qualify for serving sentences in the community.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Oct 18, 2023Second reading

Division 425 · Negatived · October 18, 2023

C-325

No Assisted Dying for Mental Disorders

People with only a mental disorder could not get assisted dying. Doctors must send them to mental health care instead; rules for physical illness stay the same.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Oct 18, 2023Second reading

Division 423 · Negatived · October 18, 2023

C-314

Budget Act Delivers Payments, Fees, and Reforms

Moves 2023 budget into law. Low-income families get faster benefits, air travel fees rise, consumer and airline rules tighten, and a new innovation agency and health funding roll out.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 366 · Agreed To · June 8, 2023

Division 365 · Agreed To · June 7, 2023

Division 364 · Negatived · June 7, 2023

Division 363 · Negatived · June 7, 2023

Division 362 · Negatived · June 7, 2023

Division 360 · Negatived · June 7, 2023

Division 359 · Negatived · June 7, 2023

Division 358 · Negatived · June 7, 2023

Division 357 · Negatived · June 7, 2023

Division 356 · Negatived · June 7, 2023

Division 308 · Agreed To · May 2, 2023

Division 307 · Negatived · May 2, 2023

Division 306 · Agreed To · May 1, 2023

C-47

Platforms Must Pay For Canadian News

Sets rules for deals between big platforms and news outlets. You may see changes to news links, while more money goes to Canadian and local journalism.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 62 · Agreed To · February 2, 2026

Division 406 · Agreed To · June 21, 2023

Division 405 · Negatived · June 21, 2023

C-18

Firefighter cancer awareness and prevention framework

The federal government must build a national plan on firefighter cancers within a year, to share facts, suggest screening, and report results. January becomes Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 263 · Agreed To · March 8, 2023

C-224

Sanctioned People Barred from Entering Canada

Sanctioned people cannot enter or stay in Canada. Appeals are limited and removals are faster; the bar lifts when the sanction ends, and some family members can be blocked too.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 387 · Agreed To · June 19, 2023

Division 386 · Negatived · June 19, 2023

Division 383 · Agreed To · June 16, 2023

Division 258 · Agreed To · February 13, 2023

S-8

New Disability Benefit for Working-Age Canadians

A new federal payment will help working-age people with disabilities. Rules on who qualifies and how much you get will come later, after public input.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 250 · Agreed To · February 2, 2023

C-22

Parliament approves $20.5B in midyear funding

It allows the government to spend up to $20.5B this year for health, housing, Indigenous services, security, and bridges. It applies from April 1 to avoid service gaps.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 404 · Agreed To · June 21, 2023

Division 402 · Agreed To · June 21, 2023

C-55

Authorizes $108B federal spending, 2023–24

This law funds federal programs through March 2024. It keeps health, defence, borders, Indigenous services, housing, and infrastructure running; no tax changes.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 400 · Agreed To · June 21, 2023

Division 399 · Agreed To · June 21, 2023

Division 398 · Agreed To · June 21, 2023

C-54

Tougher Sentences for Pregnant Victim Harm

Judges must consider pregnancy harm at sentencing. Prosecutors can ask for tougher penalties when a victim is pregnant, including for emotional harm.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Jun 14, 2023Second reading

Division 377 · Negatived · June 14, 2023

C-311

New Rules Strengthen French Language Rights

People in Quebec can get French service from banks, airlines, and telecoms. Workers in federally regulated firms gain French workplace rights, and Ottawa will set targets for francophone immigration.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 323 · Agreed To · May 15, 2023

Division 319 · Agreed To · May 11, 2023

Division 318 · Agreed To · May 11, 2023

Jun 20, 2023Royal assent

C-13

Allows Aid Work in Terrorist-Controlled Zones

This lets aid groups work in areas controlled by terrorist groups, with security checks. It still bans helping terrorists.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 371 · Agreed To · June 12, 2023

Jun 20, 2023Royal assent

C-41

Canada Bans Child Labour Goods, Requires Reports

Big companies must post yearly plans to prevent forced and child labour in their supply chains. Canada also blocks imports made with child labour.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 310 · Agreed To · May 3, 2023

May 11, 2023Royal assent

S-211

Streaming Platforms Face Canadian Content Duties

Streaming services must support Canadian shows and make them easier to find. Most user uploads stay outside the rules. CRTC can fine companies that break the rules.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 292 · Agreed To · March 30, 2023

Division 291 · Negatived · March 30, 2023

Apr 27, 2023Royal assent

C-11

Canada Recognizes Right to Healthy Environment

It updates pollution and product rules nationwide. It adds a right to a healthy environment and stronger checks on toxic chemicals and some drugs.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 338 · Agreed To · May 30, 2023

Division 337 · Negatived · May 30, 2023

Division 325 · Negatived · May 16, 2023

Division 324 · Agreed To · May 16, 2023

Division 321 · Agreed To · May 15, 2023

Jun 13, 2023Royal assent

S-5

New privacy rights and AI safety rules

You can ask companies about your data, ask for deletion in some cases, and get breach alerts. High impact AI must manage risks, post plain notices, and faces large fines.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 301 · Agreed To · April 24, 2023

Sep 26, 2024Consideration in committee

Division 300 · Agreed To · April 24, 2023

C-27

Provinces Could Collect Federal Income Taxes

Ottawa could let provinces collect federal income taxes and send money back. Quebec talks must start within 90 days. A single tax return is possible; worker impacts should be eased.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Apr 19, 2023Second reading

Division 297 · Negatived · April 19, 2023

C-239

Year-end $4.7B to keep services running

The bill lets the federal government spend $4.7B to keep existing programs running. It funds defence, health, Indigenous and immigration services; some tax and border funds carry into 2024.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 279 · Agreed To · March 22, 2023

Division 278 · Agreed To · March 22, 2023

Division 277 · Agreed To · March 22, 2023

Mar 30, 2023Royal assent

C-43

Interim funding keeps federal services running

This lets the federal government spend $89.7B so programs continue early in the year. It prevents service slowdowns while the full budget is set.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 283 · Agreed To · March 22, 2023

Division 282 · Agreed To · March 22, 2023

Division 281 · Agreed To · March 22, 2023

Mar 30, 2023Royal assent

C-44

Approves $21.6B for Federal Services

Lets Ottawa spend $21.6B more this year for health, housing, immigration, transit, defence, and Indigenous services. Core programs continue, and some funds can carry into next year.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 923 · Agreed To · December 10, 2024

Division 922 · Agreed To · December 10, 2024

Division 921 · Agreed To · December 10, 2024

Dec 17, 2024Royal assent

C-79

Kids' Unhealthy Food Ads Banned

Ads for high sugar, fat, or salt foods aimed at kids under 13 will be banned. What counts and which media are covered will be set in rules later.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Dec 12, 2024Third reading

Division 429 · Agreed To · October 25, 2023

C-252

More Time to Report Workplace Harassment

Former workers can file within two years of leaving or two years after the process ends. Federally regulated employers must act on cases known within two years of leaving.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Dec 11, 2024Consideration in committee

Division 861 · Agreed To · September 25, 2024

C-378

Trade Deals Can't Expand Dairy, Poultry, Eggs

It blocks future trade deals from raising quotas or cutting tariffs on dairy, poultry, and eggs. Current prices and rules stay the same.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 395 · Agreed To · June 21, 2023

Dec 10, 2024Report stage

C-282

MPs Deemed Need-to-Know for Secret Clearances

MPs and Senators can apply for Secret clearance without proving need to know. They still face full screening and get no automatic access to classified files.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Dec 9, 2024Consideration in committee

Division 800 · Agreed To · June 5, 2024

C-377

New Crime: Coercive Control in Relationships

Patterned controlling abuse in relationships becomes a criminal offence. Courts add victim safeguards and can limit guns; DNA and sex offender registry orders may apply.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Dec 5, 2024Second reading

Division 813 · Agreed To · June 12, 2024

C-332

Federal Offence for Risky Barn Entry

Entering barns without permission, if it could spread disease or toxins, becomes a federal crime. Fines and jail may apply; invited workers and inspectors are allowed.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 461 · Agreed To · November 29, 2023

Division 393 · Agreed To · June 21, 2023

Dec 3, 2024Report stage

C-275

Canada creates public company owners registry

Federal companies must name who really owns them and keep it updated. Key details go on a public registry, with fines, possible shutdown, and CRA checks to fight money laundering.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 407 · Agreed To · June 22, 2023

Division 391 · Negatived · June 20, 2023

Division 384 · Agreed To · June 19, 2023

Division 343 · Agreed To · June 1, 2023

Nov 2, 2023Royal assent

C-42

Appropriation Act No. 2, 2025-26

Adds $8.6B this year for defence and cyber security. Supports operations, equipment and training, with long-term contracts; no direct tax or benefit changes for families.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 22 · Agreed To · June 17, 2025

Division 21 · Agreed To · June 17, 2025

Division 20 · Agreed To · June 17, 2025

Jun 26, 2025Royal assent

C-7

An Act to amend the Fisheries Act (Atlantic groundfish fisheries)

Recreational groundfish seasons match across Atlantic provinces. Closures only cover spawning; two months online notice and a new catch reporting system will help planning and enforcement.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Feb 25, 2026Second reading

Division 74 · Negatived · February 25, 2026

C-237

Appropriation Act No. 1, 2025-26

Lets the government spend $149.8B to keep services running through 2025-26. Provides two-year funding for tax and border agencies and writes off old student loans.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 18 · Agreed To · June 17, 2025

Division 17 · Agreed To · June 17, 2025

Division 16 · Agreed To · June 17, 2025

Jun 26, 2025Royal assent

C-6

National Strategy on Flood and Drought Forecasting Act

The federal government would build a plan to upgrade flood and drought forecasts. Better maps and alerts could help families, farmers, and towns prepare and protect homes and roads.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 52 · Agreed To · December 3, 2025

Dec 3, 2025Second reading

Division 273 · Agreed To · March 22, 2023

C-241

An Act to amend the Canadian Multiculturalism Act (non-application in Quebec)

The federal Multiculturalism Act would no longer apply in Quebec. Federal services and funding rules tied to the Act could change there; other provinces stay the same.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Feb 4, 2026Second reading

Division 65 · Negatived · February 4, 2026

C-245

National Strategy on Housing for Young Canadians Act

The government must draft a housing plan for people 17 to 34. It will consult provinces, cities, students, and renters and publish reports, but no new money or programs.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Feb 12, 2026Second reading

Division 68 · Agreed To · February 12, 2026

C-227

Parliament Review Before Treaties Are Ratified

Government must share treaty details and costs 21 sitting days before ratifying. Major treaties get a House committee review. Emergencies allow faster action, with reasons given later.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Jan 28, 2026Second reading

Division 61 · Negatived · January 28, 2026

C-228

Ukrainian Heritage Month Act

September will be an official month to celebrate Ukrainian culture. No new programs, duties, or costs; events are optional.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Feb 12, 2026Second reading

Division 69 · Agreed To · February 12, 2026

S-210

Relieving Grieving Parents of an Administrative Burden Act (Evan's Law)

Parents keep parental benefits and job-protected leave until the original end date, even if a child dies. No new claim is needed.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Feb 4, 2026Second reading

Division 64 · Agreed To · February 4, 2026

C-222

An Act to amend the Citizenship Act (2025)

Many people born abroad to Canadian parents become citizens. Future kids or adoptees abroad need a Canadian parent with about three years in Canada.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 47 · Agreed To · November 5, 2025

Division 45 · Agreed To · November 3, 2025

Division 44 · Agreed To · November 3, 2025

Division 36 · Agreed To · September 22, 2025

Nov 20, 2025Royal assent

C-3

Budget 2025 Implementation Act, No. 1

Changes taxes, funds housing and school meals, and creates open banking and stablecoin rules. It gives credits, housing money, and new bank protections.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 53 · Negatived · December 8, 2025

Mar 26, 2026Royal assent

C-15

Making Life More Affordable for Canadians Act

Your income tax rate drops and first-time buyers get a new-home rebate. The federal fuel charge ends, which may lower fuel costs, and political parties must follow clear privacy rules.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 8 · Agreed To · June 12, 2025

Mar 12, 2026Royal assent

C-4

An Act to amend the Criminal Code

Creates new domestic violence crimes with higher penalties. Treats intimate partner murder as first-degree and tightens arrest, bail, and seized property rules.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Mar 12, 2026Consideration in committee

Division 51 · Agreed To · December 3, 2025

C-225

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.

Votes • Charles Sousa

Division 62 · Agreed To · February 2, 2026

Division 406 · Agreed To · June 21, 2023