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Keep up with all the latest events, press releases and accomplishments in the Senate of Canada, and the ongoing steps in modernizing the Upper Chamber.
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Holiday tax break among 3 new laws
Legislation to establish a Justice Review Commission also received Royal Assent.
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New laws this session
So far, 68 Government bills have become law during the 44th Parliament.
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Senate passes bill to protect elephants and great apes
Bill S-15, which originated in the Senate, advances to the House of Commons for consideration.
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Oversight for CBSA and RCMP
Bill C-20 received Royal Assent on October 31.
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New law paves way for national pharmacare
Bill C-64 received Royal Assent on October 10.
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New independent senator for Quebec
Senator Suze Youance was sworn in on October 8, 2024.
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New law to help Jasper rebuild after wildfire
The Senate agreed to expedite the passage of the legislation.
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New law expands offshore wind opportunities in Atlantic Canada
Bill C-49 received Royal Assent on October 3.
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6 independent senators sworn in
New senators from Alberta, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Quebec and Saskatchewan.
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Pharmacare bill key priority as Senate resumes
There are 6 Government bills on the agenda in the Senate as the sitting resumes this fall.