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Bail and Sentencing Reform Act

Bail gets harder for repeat and violent crimes. Sentences get tougher, with more weapon bans and faster police action when release rules are broken.

Ukrainian Heritage Month Act

September will be an official month to celebrate Ukrainian culture. No new programs, duties, or costs; events are optional.

National Strategy on Housing for Young Canadians Act

The government must draft a housing plan for people 17 to 34. It will consult provinces, cities, students, and renters and publish reports, but no new money or programs.

Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit Act

Quarterly GST credit payments go up for low and modest income people. A 50% boost in 2025-26, then 25% higher for five years; file your taxes to get it.

Cities and Municipalities Day Act

Creates a national Cities and Municipalities Day on October 31. It is not a legal holiday; schools and businesses stay open, and any events or observances are optional.

Strengthening Canada's Immigration System and Borders Act

Tighter border checks, new drug and money laundering rules, and faster asylum decisions. Government can pause immigration streams; the Coast Guard moves to Defence.

Red River Métis Self-Government Recognition and Implementation Treaty Act

Canada recognizes the Red River Métis government in law. Their laws and a tax deal take effect, and courts can review decisions after people use internal appeal steps.

National Strategy for Children and Youth Act

The federal government must create a national plan for kids and teens. It sets goals, tracks progress, and reports to the public while consulting families, youth, and Indigenous groups.

Bill 22, Ontario University Athletics Week Act, 2025

Names the first full week of October Ontario University Athletics Week. It’s symbolic only; no holiday, mandates, or funding; schools and communities may hold optional events.

Bill 26, Provincial Parks and Conservation Reserves Amendment Act, 2025

It creates urban parks near cities and adventure parks for activities like climbing and ATVs. Rules, locations, and fees will be set later.

Bill 31, Marriage Amendment Act, 2025

MPPs can perform civil weddings if they give notice to the minister. Couples still need a marriage licence; other rules stay the same.

Bill 38, Ethiopian Heritage Month Act, 2025

September would be Ethiopian Heritage Month in Ontario. It honors Ethiopian Canadians and may lead to optional school and community events, with no new programs, holidays, or costs.

Bill 40, Protect Ontario by Securing Affordable Energy for Generations Act, 2025

Large users like data centres face new connection rules. Some grid costs may move from electricity bills to taxes, which could lower rates but shift costs to taxpayers.

Bill 45, Peel Transition Implementation Act, 2025

Garbage pickup and many roads will be run by your city, not Peel Region. Contracts and staff move, and the Province can set rules to guide the change.

Bill 46, Protect Ontario by Cutting Red Tape Act, 2025

Sets rules for rewards points, posts long term care reports, moves municipal notices online, allows alcohol in signed park areas, and changes forest permits with Indigenous and environmental checks.

Bill 66, Kids' Online Safety and Privacy Month Act, 2025

Every October would promote kids' online safety and privacy. No new rules, just awareness campaigns for parents, schools, and communities.

Cut Red Tape, Expand Health Services

More providers can offer psychotherapy and primary care. Nurses, midwives, and optometrists can do more, rules update faster, and patients get a clear way to contest fees.

Faster Family Doctor Access and Team Care

Vulnerable patients can be linked to a family doctor right away. Clinics may use team care and new payment models, and must give clear bills when charging fees.

New Community Childcare Model Expands Options

Parents get more childcare choices in community places. Self-employed providers must meet safety rules and child limits, and coordinators can evacuate unsafe sites.

One Permit to Speed Major Projects

The government can fast-track major projects with one authorization, replacing many permits. Environmental reviews and a public hearing still occur, but some steps and local approvals are shortened.

Omnibus Bill Cuts Red Tape for Business

It trims permits and reports across many sectors. Businesses face fewer steps; new escort rules, easier alcohol logistics, and changes to mining, forestry, and energy approvals.

Update Co-op Laws: Transparency, Mergers, Housing

It updates rules for co-ops. Members get clearer info on shares and rebates, boards face stricter duties, mergers are easier, and housing co-op move-out timelines are clarified.

Private Clinics Expand; Doctors Gain Flexibility

Doctors could work in both public and private care, and private surgical clinics could add beds and keep patients overnight. This may change wait times and who pays for care.

Secularism rules expand to schools, daycares

More staff in schools and daycares cannot wear religious symbols. People must uncover their face for many services, and public prayers and religious school rules are tightly limited.

BC Expands Recovery of Public Health Costs

If you sue or settle, a set amount for public care may go to the government. Insurers and people who are sued must give notice, share records, and help.

BC updates pensions, police watchdog, FHSA protections

The law tweaks pensions, adds a civilian deputy to the police watchdog, protects first-home savings, and sets clear papers for land transfers after a death.

BC Updates Licensing, Distracted Driving, Motorcycle Gear

Novice drivers may move up faster after approved training. Motorcyclists need more gear, and distracted driving rules tighten; your driving history from other places may also count.

Faster Orders to Stop Intimate Image Abuse

Lets a tribunal and court quickly stop sharing intimate images without consent and award damages. Streamlines steps, protects privacy, and lets the ministry gather info to help victims.

BC updates campus sexual violence rules

Colleges and universities must post, review, and report on sexual violence policies. Students get training and a voice; complainants may learn steps and outcomes.

Schools Can Run Licensed Child Care

Public school boards can run licensed child care on school grounds. Families may see more nearby options and simpler drop-offs; fees and hours vary by district.

School Boards Gain Land and Housing Powers

School boards can more easily get land for schools and housing, with oversight. Some meetings may be closed to protect privacy and Indigenous talks.

BC introduces 27-week unpaid medical leave

Workers can take up to 27 weeks off for a serious illness or injury without losing their job. The leave is unpaid and needs a medical note.

Alberta Requires Laws to Implement Treaties

Alberta won't apply parts of international deals in provincial areas unless the Legislature passes a law. Businesses and public bodies may see delays before new rules take effect.

Alberta mandates early reading and math screening

All K–3 students will take short reading and math checks. Parents get results, and schools must send data to the province for a yearly report.

Alberta Tightens MLA Ethics and Gift Rules

MLAs and senior staff face stricter conflict and gift rules. Gifts from lobbyists are banned and gifts over $100 must be reported.

Alberta Eases Water Reuse, Adds Transparency

Speeds decisions, allows some moves between rivers, and makes water deal prices public. Water users get reuse options and stricter monitoring; some rain capture systems may now need approval.

Alberta Tightens Private Career College Rules

Private career colleges must register and meet set standards. A new fund helps students get refunds, and the government can publish school information.

Alberta expands threat assessments, police labour rules

The province can rate violence risk and share information to prevent harm. It aligns labour rules for a police agency, permits inmate transfers, and lets permanent residents become officers.

Alberta to Raise and Index Minimum Wage

Minimum wage hits $18 by 2027, then rises with inflation. Tips belong to workers. No lower pay for youth or students.

Teacher Strike Ends, Four-Year Contract Imposed

Schools reopen and strikes are banned for four years. Teachers get steady raises and more staff are hired, especially in northern areas.

Overhauls public health leadership and reporting

Sets fixed terms for the top public health doctor, adds a deputy, and requires an annual report. Clear written directions and acting appointments aim to improve accountability during emergencies.

Investor Dispute Service and Tougher Penalties

Investors get a faster dispute service with awards up to $350,000. The bill tightens promotion rules, raises fines, and protects people who report wrongdoing to stop scams.

Independent Appeals for Bee Health Orders

Beekeepers can appeal to an independent board, not the Minister. Orders stay in force during appeals to protect bee health.

An Act to Amend the Opportunities New Brunswick Act

University Act updates roles and representation

It updates the University of New Brunswick law with modern titles and clearer roles. Librarians and contract instructors gain seats and voting rights, and a Libraries Council is created.

Longer Licences and New Child Care Portal

Child care licences can last up to three years, and a new portal replaces the registry. The Minister may approve pilot projects; terms are clearer, with no price changes now.

Doubling Appointments to Top Honour

More people can receive the top provincial honour each year. Council members serve until replaced and can be removed only for cause.

Upgrading 911 Security and Call Centre Rules

911 calls will be handled more smoothly and securely. Agencies must meet new standards, share needed info to respond, report outages, and face penalties for misuse.