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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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Government bills in the Senate now
A look at government legislation currently in the Upper Chamber — and what these bills mean for you.
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Outside expertise should be part of Senate’s effort to build confidence on spending: Sen. Harder
The Government Representative in the Senate Peter Harder spoke in Vancouver about Senate renewal.
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Bill C-55 helps protect our oceans: Senator Harder
"The oceans may seem endless, inexhaustible and indestructible, but the opposite is true. The oceans are delicate life systems now in serious decline," said Senator Peter Harder.
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Senate committee to study electoral reform bill
Standing Senate Committee on Legal and Constitutional Affairs to study Bill C-76.
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Senate to hear from top officials during special hearing on electoral reform legislation
Committee of the Whole set for November 6.
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Legislation to protect Canada’s fisheries debated in Senate
Bill C-68 aims to help preserve, protect and restore Canada’s freshwater and marine fisheries.
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Bill C-69 will allow for responsible future growth: Senator Harder
'The days are gone – if they ever existed – when we could exploit our resources with impunity,' said the Government Representative in the Senate.
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Asia-Pacific free trade agreement receives Royal Assent
The new trading bloc will represent nearly 500 million people.
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New laws this session
So far this session of Parliament, 53 Government bills have become law.
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New law helps prevent workplace harassment and violence
Several Senate amendments helped improve new law.
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Committees begin review of key Government bills
Bills receive focused study and benefit from the testimony of expert witnesses at committee.