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Senate prepares for historic move to temporary home in GCC
In the new year, the Senate will sit in a new chamber just off Parliament Hill as Centre Block undergoes a major renovation.
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Bill C-59 in the Senate: Enhancing national security and protecting our rights
Bill C-59 is a reasonable, responsible, and necessary response to the real security threats we face, and one which enhances our security while respecting the constitutional rights and freedoms of Canadians, says Senate sponsor Marc Gold.
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Parliamentary conference to focus on Senate
The Canadian Study of Parliament Group is hosting a conference on September 14 in Ottawa.
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New Senator for Nova Scotia welcomed to Red Chamber
Senator Colin Deacon is the 37th independent Senator appointed under a new process.
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Impaired driving legislation clears Senate with key changes
Life-saving legislation returns to House of Commons for consideration.
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Senate debates budget implementation bill
Bill referred to committee for review on June 12.
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Two new independent Senators welcomed to the Red Chamber
Senator Donna Dasko represents Ontario and Senator Pierre Dalphond represents Quebec.
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Cannabis debate model creates better bills, says Senator Harder
The Senate voted 56-30 – with 1 abstention – to approve the bill on Thursday.
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New Senator for Newfoundland and Labrador welcomed to Red Chamber
Senator Mohamed-Iqbal Ravalia is one of 34 independent Senators appointed under a new process.
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Senate approves plan for final debate of cannabis legalization bill
The Senate agreed to structure debate on the Cannabis Act by theme in the days leading up to the final vote on June 7.