Canadian Legislation

Aims to create a national plan for FASD. It would guide training, research, prevention, and involve Indigenous groups and others.

If enacted, alcohol labels would include risk warnings and standard drink details. Shoppers would see health information on packages and sellers face new labeling rules.

It would impose minimum fines and jail time for vandalizing religious buildings or cemeteries, and require at least $1,000 compensation to owners.

If passed, unions must be governed by members elected by employees. Employers would face penalties for trying to influence unions.

It would raise the full pension and change GIS earnings rules. The change could mean more money for many seniors, but details on costs are unclear.

It would require lawyers to check for family-violence risks and make safety plans. Courts would change how parenting and relocation are decided.

The bill changes who can be registered under the Indian Act and adds Band List entries. It also lets people remove themselves and gives the minister estate powers for cases.

If passed, some government workers would not start MAID talks unless you specifically asked. Medical professionals are not covered.

It would make a treaty with the Red River Métis legally binding and adjust privacy rules. It could change how information is shared and how Métis laws are used.

Canada Post would be required to offer alcohol delivery across provinces. Carriers could be designated to help, with rules set in regulation.

The bill would boost the groceries tax credit for eligible Canadians, with a one-time 2026 payment and regular boosts through 2031.

The bill would let federal ministers arrange coastal dyke projects and water controls with others. It could speed emergency work, but it does not set funding or who pays.

It lets the government spend up to $10.8 billion in 2025-26. Details on who gets the funds are not included.

A national plan would guide prevention, diagnosis, and care for heart failure. It requires consulting provinces, Indigenous groups, and experts, and reporting to Parliament.

If a case passes the time limit, a judge must pause proceedings unless prosecutors show exceptional reasons. Some offences are exempt, and delays by the defence are not counted.

If passed, March would be a national Hellenic Heritage Month. It does not require anyone to act or spend money.

It would let Gore Mutual apply to continue under Quebec law, changing which rules cover the company. The bill leaves many details unclear for policyholders and everyday contracts.

People born abroad to a Canadian parent could become citizens under new rules. The bill also adds limits and rules for births abroad and some adoptions.

If passed, it would make wilfully promoting terrorist activity a crime, punishable by up to five years in prison. Defences include truth, certain public-interest discussions, and good-faith religious opinions.

It would let more survivors get pension benefits even if the relationship started after 60. It could change how payments are set and who qualifies.

It would create a plan for a livable income, not start payments now. The government must consult communities and report on the plan for Parliament.

It would let certain minimum sentences stand despite Charter challenges. This could affect how sentences are applied and how families view justice.

It would make some public statements that promote hatred against Indigenous peoples a crime, with possible prison time. Private conversations stay exempt.

It would guide how a guaranteed livable income could be planned, with rules for health supports and fair access. It does not yet give payments or set eligibility.