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Globe and Mail
8 Jul 2026

Independent senator joins Conservative caucus a day after Carney appointed ally

CBC News
8 Jul 2026

Carney starts to leave his mark on the Senate

Globe and Mail
8 Jul 2026

Carney opens the Senate doors wider to partisans

National Post
7 Jul 2026

Liberals shut down debate over Carney condo 'bailout' probe at ethics committee

National Post
7 Jul 2026

Carney appoints Conservative MP from Quebec to Senate, along with principal secretary

Bill C-30Became law
18 Jun 2026

Law to Put Spring Economic Plan Into Action

This proposed law would make changes to taxes. It would let people deduct up to $10,000 for certain work-related expenses. It also changes some rules about capital gains and business transfers.

New Law
HFCHon. François-Philippe ChampagneLiberal

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Bill C-11Became law
18 Jun 2026

Law to Update Military Rules and Laws

There's a proposed law to change how the military handles justice. It would update the rules and processes for military law. The goal is to make the system more modern.

85%
Very likely
HDJMHon. David J. McGuinty
Bill C-25Became law
18 Jun 2026

Law proposes changes to election rules and riding names.

This proposed law would change some election rules. It would also rename some voting areas. The goal is to make elections better.

95%
Very likely
HSMHon. Steven MacKinnonLiberal
Bill C-20Became law
18 Jun 2026

Law to Create More Canadian Homes

There's a proposed law called the Build Canada Homes Act. It wants to build more homes across Canada. The goal is to make housing more affordable for people.

95%
Very likely
HGRHon. Gregor RobertsonLiberal
Bill C-9Became law
18 Jun 2026

Law Would Toughen Penalties for Hate Speech and Crimes Targeting Religious or Cultural Sites

This proposed law wants to change the rules about hate. It would make it easier to punish people who spread hate online. It also aims to protect religious and cultural places from hate-motivated crimes.

99%
Very likely
HSFHon. Sean FraserLiberal
Bill S-227Became law
18 Jun 2026

Law to Recognize Arab Heritage Month

This proposed law wants to make April "Arab Heritage Month" every year. It's meant to recognize the contributions that Arab people have made to Canada. The goal is to celebrate Arab culture and educate others about it.

75%
Likely
SMKAZSen. Mohammad Khair Al ZaibakCanadian Senators Group
Bill C-16Became law
18 Jun 2026

Law Changes Aim to Protect Children and Speed Up Court Cases

This proposed law wants to change some rules about crime and prisons. It focuses on protecting kids and dealing with violence against women. It also aims to speed up the court system.

95%
Very likely
HSFHon. Sean FraserLiberal
Bill C-26Became law
18 Jun 2026

Law Proposed to Spend Government Money to Build More Homes

This proposed law is about spending government money. The goal is to build more houses. The money would come from the government's general fund.

95%
Very likely
HFCHon. François-Philippe ChampagneLiberal
Bill C-22Passed final vote
18 Jun 2026

Law to Let Police Look at Your Online Data

There's a proposed law about accessing digital devices. It would let police get court orders to access phones and computers. This could help them investigate crimes more easily.

95%
Very likely
HGAHon. Gary AnandasangareeLiberal
Bill C-27Passed final vote
18 Jun 2026

Law to Enact Self-Government Deal for Tlegohli Got’ine People

This proposed law is about an agreement with the Tlegohli Got’ine people. It would let them govern themselves in certain areas. Other existing laws might need small changes to fit this new agreement.

85%
Very likely
HRAHon. Rebecca AltyLiberal

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Final vote on Bill C-30Passed
18 Jun 2026

Voting on Bill C-30, a proposed law to carry out parts of the spring economic update from April 28, 2026.

166 Yea
159 Nay

This vote was about giving final approval to a proposed law called Bill C-30. This proposed law was designed to put into action some of the financial plans the government announced in its spring economic update from April 2026. It was the last step in the House of Commons before the proposed law could become a real law. This proposed law makes changes to how people pay taxes. For example, it now allows people to claim up to $10,000 off their taxes for certain costs they have because of their job. This means some workers could pay less tax. The law also changes some rules about how certain investments and business sales are taxed, which affects business owners and investors. Citizens should care about this vote because it directly affects their money. If you have work expenses, you might now be able to save money on your taxes. If you own a business or have investments, the rules for selling them have changed. This vote was crucial because it made these important tax changes happen across Canada.

C-30Law to Put Spring Economic Plan Into Action
FCFrançois-Philippe ChampagneLiberal
Vote on Bill C-22PassedPassed Without Counting
18 Jun 2026

Reviewing proposed law C-22 for final changes.

This vote is about a proposed law called Bill C-22. This proposed law would let police get special court orders. These orders would allow them to access digital devices like your phone or computer. The goal is to help police investigate crimes more easily. This vote marks a key moment where the proposed law is moving ahead in Parliament. Because of this vote, Bill C-22 has now passed through the House of Commons. This is a big step towards it becoming a real law. It means that most elected members in the House of Commons agree with the proposed law. Now, it will go to the Senate for them to review it. Citizens should care because this proposed law affects your privacy. It gives police new powers to look into your personal digital information. While it aims to help catch criminals, some people worry about how it might affect everyone's right to privacy. This vote shows that the proposed law is getting closer to becoming a part of our daily lives.

C-22Law to Let Police Look at Your Online Data
SMSteven MacKinnonLiberal
Vote on Bill C-26 — approve in principlePassed
17 Jun 2026

Debating proposed law Bill C-26, which would let the government spend money to increase the number of homes available.

191 Yea
129 Nay

This vote is about whether Members of Parliament agree with the main idea of a proposed law called Bill C-26. This proposed law wants to use government money to help build more homes across Canada. If MPs vote yes, it means they support the general plan to spend money on housing. If the vote passes, Bill C-26 will then go to a special committee of MPs. This committee will look at the proposed law very closely, suggest changes, and listen to what experts and regular Canadians have to say. If this proposed law eventually becomes a real law, it could lead to more houses being built, which might help make housing more affordable and easier to find. Many people in Canada are finding it hard to buy or rent a home because there aren't enough places to live, or they are too expensive. This proposed law, Bill C-26, is the government's plan to try and fix that by increasing the number of homes. Citizens should care because this vote decides if the government can move forward with spending public money to address a big problem that affects many families and their ability to find a safe and affordable place to live.

C-26Law Proposed to Spend Government Money to Build More Homes
FCFrançois-Philippe ChampagneLiberal
Procedural vote on Bill C-22Defeated
17 Jun 2026

This vote is about changing the plan for how Bill C-22, a proposed law about lawful access, will be handled.

151 Yea
171 Nay

This vote is about how a proposed law, Bill C-22, will be handled in Parliament. Bill C-22 is a proposed law about letting police get court orders to access digital devices like phones and computers to investigate crimes. This vote is an amendment, which means it suggests a big change to the plan for this proposed law. If this amendment passes, Bill C-22 will be split into two separate proposed laws: Bill C-22A and Bill C-22B. One part, Bill C-22A, which is about getting timely access to data, would be sped up. Parliament would set strict time limits for discussing it, meaning it could become law sooner. The other part, Bill C-22B, which deals with what electronic companies must do, would be slowed down. A committee would study it for longer and hear from more experts before it moves forward. Citizens should care because this vote affects how quickly and carefully important proposed laws are discussed. The original Bill C-22 could change police powers and how your digital privacy is protected. By splitting the proposed law and changing its timeline, Parliament is deciding which parts are more urgent and which need more public input and debate. This vote shows how the government manages its work and prioritizes different parts of a complex issue that affects everyone's privacy and safety.

C-22Law to Let Police Look at Your Online Data
CWCathay WagantallConservative
Procedural vote on Bill C-22Passed
17 Jun 2026

This vote sets the rules for quickly processing Bill C-22, a proposed law about lawful access.

166 Yea
150 Nay

This vote is not about the proposed law itself, but about how it moves through Parliament. The government wants to use a special rule to make sure Bill C-22, which is a proposed law about police accessing digital devices, gets approved quickly. This rule sets strict time limits for the committee that is studying the proposed law. It also limits how much time Members of Parliament can debate it in the House of Commons. The real-world impact of this vote is that Bill C-22 will likely become law much faster than usual. Because of the strict time limits, there will be less opportunity for Members of Parliament to discuss all the details, suggest changes, or raise concerns about the proposed law. This means the proposed law, which could change how police investigate crimes, might pass with less detailed review than it would normally receive. Citizens should care because Bill C-22 deals with important issues like privacy and police powers to access your personal information on phones and computers. When the government speeds up the process for a proposed law like this, it means there's less public discussion and scrutiny of its details. This vote affects how thoroughly our

C-22Law to Let Police Look at Your Online Data
SMSteven MacKinnonLiberal