C-25 An Act to amend the Canada Elections Act and to enact An Act to change the names of certain electoral districts, 2026
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Bill C-25, the Strong and Free Elections Act, has completed Second Reading and been referred to committee as of April 24, 2026. The bill proposes to amend the Canada Elections Act and to enact new legislation changing the names of certain electoral districts. Sponsored by MP Steven MacKinnon (Gatineau), the bill now awaits committee review before further legislative stages.
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Bill C-25 proposes amendments to the Canada Elections Act and enactment of new legislation to change the names of certain electoral districts. The bill completed Second Reading in the House of Commons on April 24, 2026, and was referred to committee for further study and review. The bill's sponsor is listed as Steven MacKinnon, MP for Gatineau.
Electoral administrators, political parties, and electoral district stakeholders should monitor the bill's progress through the committee stage and subsequent legislative phases. Amendments to the Canada Elections Act may affect electoral administration procedures, voting processes, or district boundary naming conventions. Interested parties should track committee hearings and potential amendment proposals.
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C-25 An Act to amend the Canada Elections Act and to enact An Act to change the names of certain electoral districts, 2026 Short Title Strong and Free Elections Act) Sponsor Steven MacKinnon (Gatineau) Last Stage Completed Second Reading and Referral to Committee (4/24/2026) Progress Recorded Votes on this Bill View this Bill on LEGISinfo Status of House business
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