Bills are proposed laws. They vary in size, effect and the public interest they receive. Typically, Government bills are introduced by a Cabinet Minister in the House of Commons (C-bills), but this type of legislation (S-bills) can also originate in the Senate if it does not initiate spending or impose a tax.

Here’s a list of Government legislation currently before the Senate.

Bill S-13: An Act to amend the Interpretation Act and to make related amendments to other Acts

Sponsor: Senator Patti LaBoucane-Benson

• This legislation amends the federal Interpretation Act to include a non-derogation clause on upholding section 35 Aboriginal and treaty rights.

Bill C-21: An Act to amend certain Acts and to make certain consequential amendments (firearms)

Sponsor: Senator Hassan Yussuff

• This legislation aims to address firearms violence in Canada and implement preventative measures.

Bill C-29: National Council for Reconciliation Act

Sponsor: Senator Michèle Audette

• This legislation provides for the establishment of a national council for reconciliation as an independent, non-political, permanent and Indigenous-led organization whose purpose is to advance reconciliation with Indigenous peoples.

Bill C-35: Canada Early Learning and Child Care Act

Sponsor: Senator Rosemary Moodie

• This enactment sets out the Government’s vision for a Canada-wide early learning and child care system, as well as a commitment to maintaining long-term funding to the provinces and Indigenous peoples.

Bill C-42: An Act to amend the Canada Business Corporations Act and to make consequential and related amendments to other Acts

Sponsor: Senator Percy Downe

• This legislation aims to bring greater transparency to corporate Canada.

Bill C-48: An Act to amend the Criminal Code (bail reform)

Sponsor: Senator Marc Gold

• This legislation aims to strengthen Canada’s bail laws.