Foreign Affairs in Canada
Compare recent bills on this issue across different governments.
Canada
View Bills →Strong and Free Elections Act
Stops foreign money and deepfake lies in elections. Parties must protect voter data and donations must be traceable.
Status
Royal assent
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Lawful Access Act, 2026
Police and security agencies can get subscriber and transmission data faster. Some service providers may have to retain metadata and help with access.
Status
Third reading
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Financial Crimes Agency Act
Creates a federal agency to investigate serious financial crimes and recover assets. Businesses may face more federal probes and some cases move to federal prosecutors.
Status
Second reading
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Appropriation Act No. 2, 2026-27
This law lets federal departments keep running and paying staff through March 31, 2027. It does not change taxes or benefits.
Status
Royal assent
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New Consumer Privacy Law
Businesses must protect and limit use of your personal data and tell you about serious breaches. You can access, correct, delete, move data, and get explanations for major automated decisions.
Status
First reading
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Sergei Magnitsky International Anti-Corruption and Human Rights Act
Canada adds new sanctions for foreign repression and corruption. Some family of sanctioned people lose visas, and broadcasters tied to bad actors can lose licences.
Status
Consideration in committee
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Appropriation Act No. 3, 2026-27
This law lets the government spend $11.1 billion for services and projects on the government's spending list. It keeps mail, rail, airport screening, housing, and Indigenous programs funded.
Status
Royal assent
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Ban on Importing Goods Made with Forced Labour Act
Stops goods made with forced labour from entering Canada. Border officers can detain shipments and demand importer documents.
Status
First reading
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Ontario
View Bills →British Columbia
View Bills →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.
Status
First Reading
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Restrict China-linked Suppliers in Public Procurement
Government services must avoid China-linked vendors when a similar trusted alternative exists. Large contracts need disclosure forms and yearly public reporting of China-linked spending.
Status
First Reading
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Alberta
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View Bills →United States
View Bills →Broad Omnibus Bill to Improve Lives
This bill bundles many policy changes across many areas. It could affect taxes, schools, health care, defense, and roads, but the exact changes are not yet known.
Status
Introduced
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Broadened Immunity for Gun Makers
This bill blocks many lawsuits against gun makers and sellers. It forces covered suits to be dismissed and lets defendants move cases to federal court.
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Introduced
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Orbital Debris Removal Demonstration Program
Funds tests to remove dead satellites and big debris in orbit. Gives awards to companies and sets shared safety and tracking rules that guide future licensing.
Status
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 440.
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Allow Support Fund Defense Purchases
This lets a support fund buy defense items and services for Ukraine. It changes how set-aside money may be spent.
Status
Introduced
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DHS Online Detainee Locator
Creates an online tool to find people held by DHS. Families, lawyers, and consulates could locate detainees more quickly.
Status
Introduced
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Foreign Investment Review Authority
Creates a federal agency that tracks and vets large foreign investments and can block or require changes. Companies and investors must report and may face penalties.
Status
Introduced
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Boost FISA Transparency and Reporting
Agencies must publish many secret court opinions and yearly reports on sensitive searches. The main surveillance authority gets a five-week extension.
Status
Introduced
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Block Quota Increases for Currency Manipulation
Treasury must check whether large IMF members manipulate their currencies before the U.S. backs quota increases. The President may waive opposition for national interest.
Status
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 611.
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