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8 Government bills on agenda as Senate set to resume

Legislation that proposes to clarify and strengthen sexual assault provisions in the Criminal Code is expected to move to second reading when the Senate sitting resumes.

17.01.18

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New system of debate would better inform Canadians on the Senate’s work

Senator Harder's proposal for more cohesive and organized debates in the Senate is the subject of an inquiry.

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A year of milestones for the Senate

Senate milestones in 2017 include more influence for independent Senators on committees and key amendments to create better laws.

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Ministers coming to Senate for televised Cannabis Act hearing

The Senate will sit as Committee of the Whole on February 6 to question three ministers and a parliamentary secretary on the Cannabis Act.

18.12.17

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Let’s move forward with legislation that targets impaired driving: Senator Harder

As the holidays approach, let’s work with a sense of urgency to make our roads safer for Canadian families, says Senator Peter Harder. Read his speech and the debate that follows.

06.12.17

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2 distinguished women appointed new independent Senators

Mary Coyle to represent Nova Scotia and Dr. Mary Jane McCallum to represent Manitoba.

05.12.17

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How Senate amendments become law

Messages between the House of Commons and the Senate: One way the two sides talk.

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Senator Harder awards Canadians for work with immigrants and refugees

As part of the Canada 150 celebrations, the Government Representative in the Senate awarded medals for work in immigration and refugee services.

29.11.17

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Motion for a pre-study of Bill C-63, budget implementation legislation

On November 22, a notice was given to the Senate that at the next sitting, a motion will be moved to launch a pre-study of Bill C-63.

22.11.17

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Transportation Modernization Act promotes economic growth and enhanced travel

Bill C-49 is being sponsored in the Upper Chamber by Senator Grant Mitchell.

21.11.17