Read what Canadians are asking Parliament to do, and follow the government’s response.
Parliament 45 · 1,598 petitions
451-00042
September 15, 2025
Brad Vis · 53 signatures
Petitioners ask the Government of Canada to cancel the Prison Needle Exchange Program, prohibit illicit drug use in federal prisons, and prioritize addiction treatment for inmates. The government responds that CSC treats substance use as a health issue, implemented PNEP with risk assessments to reduce harm and prevent infectious disease.
451-00045
September 15, 2025
Jamil Jivani · 26 signatures
Petitioners ask the federal government to protect parents' role in education, safeguard workers' conscience and religious freedom, toughen enforcement against crimes at worship sites, and preserve Christian charities' legal status and expression. The government responds that laws and programs already protect these rights and address hate crimes.
451-00059
September 15, 2025
Elizabeth May · 26 signatures
Petitioners ask the Government of Canada to audit federal funding and demand firm completion dates for the Kitchener Line expansion, and to report results publicly. The government responds it funds and monitors the work.
451-00061
September 15, 2025
Philip Lawrence · 103 signatures
Petitioners ask the Canada Pension Plan be amended so surviving spouses receive 100% of a deceased spouse’s survivor pension even if they receive their own CPP retirement pension. The government responds that CPP combining rules, funding requirements and the need for provincial approval constrain such a change.
e-6663
September 15, 2025
Ziad Aboultaif · 84 signatures
Petitioners ask the Government to change banking regulations to require firms to scrutinize large cash withdrawals - especially by seniors with no withdrawal history - and to mandate staff training to detect and respond to senior-targeted fraud.
e-6536
September 4, 2025
Blaine Calkins · 373 signatures
Petitioners ask the Government of Canada to immediately revise salmon fishing restrictions and closures in Areas 21 and 20‑1, establish advance‑notice opening guidelines, and review Chinook‑based limits to restore Port Renfrew’s fishing economy.
451-00001
August 20, 2025
Gord Johns · 39 signatures
Petitioners ask the Government to support Bill M-68 by establishing enforceable federal ship‑recycling standards aligned with the EU Ship Recycling Regulation, providing loans or grants for compliance, and creating a federal Crown‑vessel recycling strategy. The government responds it is reviewing options; no specific federal requirement or assistance program exists yet, and PSPC is developing a federal recycling strategy.
451-00002
August 20, 2025
Garnett Genuis · 25 signatures
Petitioners ask the Government of Canada to condemn Turkey’s occupation, uphold UN resolutions, demand Turkish troop withdrawal, ban Canadian arms sales to Türkiye, and refuse recognition of the occupying regime. The government responds that Canada supports a single Cypriot state, supports UN-led reunification, participates in UN peacekeeping in Cyprus, and assesses export permits case-by-case.
451-00003
August 20, 2025
Brad Vis · 29 signatures
Petitioners ask Ministers to cut red tape and speed delivery of VAC benefits and transition services for military veterans. The government responds it is expanding transition centres, digital tools and mental-health and telemedicine supports.
451-00004
August 20, 2025
Elizabeth May · 28 signatures
Petitioners ask Parliament to create a National Citizens’ Assembly on electoral reform, require it finish within 12 months, and adopt its recommendations before the next election. The government responds that reforms need broad public support.
451-00005
August 20, 2025
Garnett Genuis · 25 signatures
Petitioners ask the Government of Canada to secure immediate, unconditional release of Tibetan political prisoners and to sanction five PRC officials: Chen Quanguo, Zhang Qingli, Wu Yingjie, Wang Yang and Qui Zhala. The government responds that it raises Tibet human-rights concerns, engages Tibetan diaspora, and sanctioned Chen Quanguo and Wu Yingjie on Dec. 19, 2024.
451-00006
August 20, 2025
Gord Johns · 75 signatures
Petitioners ask the House of Commons to fund a Centre of Excellence for Peace and Justice providing research, education and training in conflict resolution, diplomacy and peace operations. The government responds that no plans exist, cites the Dallaire Centre and other programs, and is reviewing options.
451-00008
August 20, 2025
Alex Ruff · 45 signatures
Petitioners ask the Government of Canada to amend Jordan to exclude homicide and other serious crimes from its timelines, remove time limits for non‑custodial accused, and extend time for charges laid after 2020. The government responds that it recognizes the issue, has enacted reforms and funding, and is working with provinces to address delays.
451-00009
August 20, 2025
Elizabeth May · 25 signatures
Petitioners ask the Government of Canada to adopt ambitious national emissions targets, implement a national carbon price, curb oil‑sands expansion, phase out coal and thermal‑coal exports, and invest in a decarbonized economy. The government responds that it set a 2035 target, keeps industrial carbon pricing and coal rules, caps oil‑and‑gas emissions, and funds clean‑energy investments.
451-00010
August 20, 2025
Greg McLean · 27 signatures
Petitioners ask the Minister of Finance to immediately table a full federal budget and provide a clear, updated fiscal plan reflecting current economic realities. The government responds that it publishes regular Fiscal Monitor and other documents and will table a full budget in the fall given evolving US trade actions.
451-00011
August 20, 2025
Jenny Kwan · 46 signatures
Petitioners ask the House of Commons to establish and fund a Centre of Excellence for Peace and Justice to support research, education and training in conflict resolution, diplomacy and peace operations. The government responds that there are no current plans but notes related initiatives including the Dallaire Centre and work toward a Canadian peace centre.
451-00012
August 20, 2025
Gord Johns · 70 signatures
Petitioners ask Parliament to create and fund a Centre for Peace and Justice offering research, education and training in conflict resolution, diplomacy and peace operations. The government responds it has no plans to create one.
451-00013
August 20, 2025
Elizabeth May · 25 signatures
Petitioners ask the government to require recreational and commercial whale‑watch vessels to remain at least 1,000 metres from Southern Resident killer whales. The government responds that it has proposed amending the Marine Mammal Regulations to 1,000 metres, is using interim Orders (including a 400‑metre limit in parts of BC), and will consult affected parties.
451-00014
August 20, 2025
Elizabeth May · 25 signatures
Petitioners ask the House of Commons to work with provinces and territories to adopt a fair, pan‑Canadian plan to reduce the family doctor shortage and expand access to primary care. The government responds that it is supporting provinces and territories with funding, workforce planning, and measures to integrate internationally educated providers and team‑based primary care.
451-00015
August 20, 2025
Elizabeth May · 27 signatures
Petitioners ask the House to implement all 75 Cohen Commission recommendations to protect and restore Fraser River and Pacific wild salmon under the precautionary principle. The government responds it has taken multiple related actions.