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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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Senator Harder stepping down as Government Representative in the Senate
Appointed in March 2016, Senator Harder intends to continue representing Ontario as an independent Senator.
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Bill C-69 becomes law
Senator Grant Mitchell, who sponsored Bill C-69 in the Senate, reflects on the legislative process after it becomes law.
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20 Government bills receive Royal Assent
A Senate public bill to phase out the captivity of whales also received Royal Assent.
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New laws in the 42nd Parliament
During the 42nd Parliament, 88 Government bills became law.
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Legislation for cannabis possession pardons clears Senate with 2 other bills
3 more Government bills in line for Royal Assent after final Senate approval.
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National security bill clears Senate along with 4 other bills
Senate gives final approval to 5 Government bills on a range of policies.
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Bill C-48 comes at a ‘pivotal time for energy and environment’
Bill C-48 delivers on an election promise to formalize a voluntary tanker exclusion zone in place for more than 30 years.
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Environmental assessment bill adopted with broad range of amendments
Bill C-69 returns to House of Commons for consideration of proposed amendments.
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Fisheries bill clears Senate with whale and shark amendments
Bill C-68 returns to the House of Commons for consideration of Senate amendments.
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Legislation to further regulate firearms in Canada adopted in Senate
Bill C-71 was sponsored by Senator André Pratte, an independent Senator from Quebec.