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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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Bill C-62 restores a previous public service labour relations regime
The bill, sponsored by Senator Diane Bellemare, is at second reading in the Senate.
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Bill C-69 strengthens resource project reviews: Senator Mitchell
The bill, which aims to improve Canada’s environmental assessment processes, is at second reading in the Senate.
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New Senator for Quebec welcomed to Red Chamber
Senator Julie Miville-Dechêne is the 38th independent Senator appointed under a new process.
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Senate to debate environmental bills as sitting resumes
A dozen bills, including several with environmental goals, are set to be debated in the Senate.
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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.