National Security 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.
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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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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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Combatting Hate Act
Police can charge hate cases faster. Public Nazi or terrorist symbols are banned, with narrow exceptions, hate-driven crimes get tougher penalties, and access to worship and community sites is protected.
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Royal assent
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Military Justice System Modernization Act
Most military sexual offence cases will go to civilian courts. Victims can choose a court martial and get more support, while justice leaders gain independence and clearer rules.
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Royal assent
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Ontario
View Bills →Ontario fast-tracks mines, rewrites species law
This law speeds up big projects and changes rules for mines, energy, and heritage. It limits some public reviews and can bar certain suppliers from energy contracts.
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Royal Assent
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Bill 25, Emergency Management Modernization Act, 2025
The bill updates Ontario’s emergency laws for faster, clearer responses. Expect regular public updates, stronger planning, and rules for critical infrastructure and social service providers.
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Royal Assent
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Bill 33, Supporting Children and Students Act, 2025
Ontario boosts oversight of child welfare, schools, and colleges. Expect more audits, clearer admissions, possible police in schools, and new rules on student fees and research safety.
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Royal Assent
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British Columbia
View Bills →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.
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First Reading
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BC Launches Emergency Volunteer Corps and Hub
BC will set up a Volunteer Corps and website for emergencies. You can find roles and training in one place, so help arrives faster during fires and floods.
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First Reading
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Québec
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View Bills →Conservation Officers bill boosts public safety
A new Conservation Officer Service would enforce laws with police-like powers. It tightens 911 privacy and helps stop intimate-image cases and risky properties.
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First Reading
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Utility Cybersecurity Transparency and Accountability Act
Requires the power company to publish yearly cyber reports and face a public hearing. It bans billing customers for fines or incident costs when the company broke the rules.
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First Reading
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Mandate Province to Send Emergency Alerts
The province must make sure people get timely emergency alerts, including nearby cross-border events within a set distance.
Status
First Reading
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Allow Military Uniforms in Government Buildings
Members and veterans can wear allowed military uniforms in provincial government offices. Staff must not stop them, though some locations can be exempt.
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Commencement
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United States
View Bills →Congressional Records Protection Act
Limits access to congressional records, adds notice and review delays, and sets exceptions for criminal investigations and urgent risks.
Status
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 704.
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Inventory Act of 2026
Requires agencies to scan, secure, and audit seized cryptocurrency keys and fund forensic tools from forfeiture proceeds.
Status
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Responsible Data Center Siting
Directs the Secretary of Energy to publish and update best practices for choosing locations for data centers, considering grid, water, environment, community, jobs, and security.
Status
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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25th Anniversary of September 11 Attacks
House resolution honoring victims, responders, survivors, and supporters on the 25th anniversary of September 11 and reaffirming commitment to remember.
Status
Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, Armed Services, Transportation and Infrastructure, Veterans' Affairs, Homeland Security, and Intelligence (Permanent Select), for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
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Africa Critical Minerals Partnerships
Calls to diversify critical mineral supply by supporting investment, partnerships, and a 5-year strategy with African mineral producers.
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ASSUMING FIRST SPONSORSHIP - Mr. Jackson (IL) asked unanimous consent that he may hereafter be considered as the first sponsor of H. Res. 179, a resolution originally introduced by Representative Cherfilus-McCormick for the purpose of adding cosponsors and requesting reprintings pursuant to clause 7 of rule XII. Agreed to without objection.
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Recognizing New Jersey First Responders
Honors New Jersey police, firefighters, and EMS who responded to 9/11 and reaffirms support for related health and compensation programs.
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Referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, and Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
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Robotics National Security Review
Requires federal agencies and the FCC to assess humanoid and quadruped robots from certain foreign entities for national-security risks and place risky items on a covered list.
Status
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
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Title 51 Revisions
Updates and reorganizes Title 51 with technical, organizational, and program changes for NASA, space activities, facilities, and STEM programs.
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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