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House bill C-31

38th Parliament, 1st session
October 4, 2004 to November 29, 2005
Historical information
An Act to establish the Department of International Trade and to make related amendments to certain Acts

Short title: Department of International Trade Act

Bill type
House Government Bill
Sponsor
Hon. Jim Peterson
Current status
Bill defeated
Latest activity
Bill defeated at second reading on February 15, 2005 (House of Commons)
Found in bill text:
[...] Schedule I to the Act is amended by adding the following in alphabetical order under the heading “Departments and Ministries of State”: Department of International Trade Ministère du Commerce international SOR/2003-428 13.
[...] Schedule I to the Act is amended by striking out the following under the heading “Other Government Institutions”: Department of International Trade Ministère du Commerce international R.S., c.
[...] Schedule I to the Financial Administration Act is amended by striking out the following: Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade Ministère des Affaires étrangères et du Commerce international 24.
[...] Schedule I to the Act is amended by adding the following in alphabetical order: Department of International Trade Ministère du Commerce international SOR/2003-420, 424 25.
[...] Schedule I.1 to the Act is amended by striking out, in column I, the reference to Department of International Trade Ministère du Commerce international and the corresponding reference in column II to the “Minister for International Trade”.

House bill C-375

35th Parliament, 2nd session
February 27, 1996 to April 27, 1997
Historical information
An Act to amend the Agreement on Internal Trade Implementation Act
Bill type
Private Member’s Bill
Current status
Referred to committee before second reading in the House of Commons
Found in bill text:
[...] This would apply only to cases where the proposal falls within the federal legislative powers established by the Constitution Act, 1867 that relate to free interprovincial trade. 2nd Session, 35th Parliament, 45-46 Elizabeth II, 1996-97 The House of Commons of Canada BILL C-375 An Act to amend the Agreement on Internal Trade Implementation Act 1996, c. 17 Her Majesty, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate and House of Commons of Canada, enacts as follows: 1.
[...] The Agreement on Internal Trade Implementation Act is amended by adding the following after section 9: Deemed approval by all provinces 9.1 Where a proposal, made pursuant to the Agreement, relating to (a) the regulation of trade and commerce within the meaning of that phrase as used in section 91 of the Constitution Act, 1867, and (b) the avoidance of infringement of section 121 of the Constitution Act, 1867 receives the approval of at least two thirds of the provinces that have, in the aggregate, according to the then latest general census, at least fifty per cent of the population of all the provinces, but does not receive the approval of all provinces, the Governor in Council may, by order, bring the proposal or a part of it specified in the order in force, and the proposal or part of it so specified shall, for all purposes, including suspending benefits or the taking of retaliatory measures under section 9, be deemed to be in force under the Agreement as if it had been approved

House bill C-430

38th Parliament, 1st session
October 4, 2004 to November 29, 2005
Historical information
An Act to amend the Canadian International Trade Tribunal Act and the Special Import Measures Act
Bill type
Private Member’s Bill
Sponsor
André Bellavance
Current status
Outside the Order of Precedence
Latest activity
Introduction and first reading on October 25, 2005 (House of Commons)
Found in bill text:
[...] C-430 First Session, Thirty-eighth Parliament, 53-54 Elizabeth II, 2004-2005  C-430 Première session, trente-huitième législature, 53-54 Elizabeth II, 2004-2005 house of Commons OF CANADA   chambre des communes DU CANADA BILL C-430   PROJET DE LOI C-430 An Act to amend the Canadian International Trade Tribunal Act and the Special Import Measures Act   Loi modifiant la Loi sur le Tribunal canadien du commerce extérieur et la Loi sur les mesures spéciales d’importation First reading, October 25, 2005   Première lecture le 25 octobre 2005   Summary Sommaire This enactment amends the Canadian International Trade Tribunal Act and the Special Import Measures Act to ensure that (a) Parliament has a say in the appointment of members to the Canadian International Trade Tribunal; (b) the composition of the Tribunal reflects in a balanced manner the interests of the parties affected by the Tribunal’s determinations; (c) trade unions representing workers engaged
[...] Le texte modifie la Loi sur le Tribunal canadien du commerce extérieur et la Loi sur les mesures spéciales d’importation afin que : a) le Parlement dispose d’un droit de regard sur la nomination des membres du Tribunal canadien du commerce extérieur; b) la composition du Tribunal reflète d’une manière équilibrée les intérêts des différents intervenants concernés par les décisions du Tribunal; c) les syndicats représentant des travailleurs qui produisent des marchandises touchées par le dumping ou le subventionnement puissent demander des enquêtes; d) les décisions du Tribunal soient plus efficaces.   1st Session, 38th Parliament, 53-54 Elizabeth II, 2004-2005 House of Commons of Canada Bill C-430   1re session, 38e législature, 53-54 Elizabeth II, 2004-2005 Chambre des communes du Canada Projet de loi C-430       An Act to amend the Canadian International Trade Tribunal Act and the Special Import Measures Act   Loi modifiant la Loi sur le Tribunal canadien
[...] canadian international trade tribunal act   loi sur le tribunal canadien du commerce extérieur   L.R., ch. 47 (4e suppl.)
[...] Subsection 2(1) of the Canadian International Trade Tribunal Act is amended by adding the following in alphabetical order: “domestic producer” includes any trade union representing workers engaged in the production of goods affected by dumping or subsidizing;   1.
[...] Le paragraphe 3(1) de la même loi est remplacé par ce qui suit :     Tribunal established 3. (1) There is hereby established a tribunal, to be known as the Canadian International Trade Tribunal, consisting, subject to subsection (2), of a Chairperson, two Vice-Chairpersons and not more than six other permanent members, to be appointed by the Governor in Council with the approval of the committee of the House of Commons that normally considers matters relating to international trade.   3. (1) Est constitué le Tribunal canadien du commerce extérieur, composé d’au plus neuf titulaires, dont le président et les deux vice-présidents, nommés par le gouverneur en conseil avec l’approbation du comité de la Chambre des communes habituellement chargé des questions relatives au commerce extérieur.  

House bill C-386

38th Parliament, 1st session
October 4, 2004 to November 29, 2005
Historical information
An Act to amend the Canadian International Trade Tribunal Act (appointment of permanent members)
Bill type
Private Member’s Bill
Sponsor
Pat Martin
Current status
Outside the Order of Precedence
Latest activity
Introduction and first reading on May 12, 2005 (House of Commons)
Found in bill text:
[...] C-386 First Session, Thirty-eighth Parliament, 53-54 Elizabeth II, 2004-2005  C-386 Première session, trente-huitième législature, 53-54 Elizabeth II, 2004-2005 house of Commons OF CANADA   chambre des communes DU CANADA BILL C-386   PROJET DE LOI C-386 An Act to amend the Canadian International Trade Tribunal Act (appointment of permanent members)   Loi modifiant la Loi sur le Tribunal canadien du commerce extérieur (nomination des titulaires) First reading, May 12, 2005   Première lecture le 12 mai 2005   Summary Sommaire This enactment amends the Canadian International Trade Tribunal Act to provide for the appointment of a nominee of Canadian labour organizations as one of the permanent members of the Tribunal.
[...] Le texte modifie la Loi sur le Tribunal canadien du commerce extérieur afin de prévoir la nomination, à titre de titulaire du Tribunal, d’un candidat proposé par les organisations syndicales canadiennes.   1st Session, 38th Parliament, 53-54 Elizabeth II, 2004-2005 House of Commons of Canada Bill C-386   1re session, 38e législature, 53-54 Elizabeth II, 2004-2005 Chambre des communes du Canada Projet de loi C-386       An Act to amend the Canadian International Trade Tribunal Act (appointment of permanent members)   Loi modifiant la Loi sur le Tribunal canadien du commerce extérieur (nomination des titulaires)     R.S., c. 47 (4th Supp.)
[...] Section 3 of the Canadian International Trade Tribunal Act is amended by adding the following after subsection (1):   1.
[...] L’article 3 de la Loi sur le Tribunal canadien du commerce extérieur est modifié par adjonction, après le paragraphe (1), de ce qui suit :     Nominee of Canadian labour organizations (1.1) In appointing the six other permanent members, the Governor in Council shall consult with the representatives of Canadian labour organizations, including the Canadian Labour Congress, to ensure that at least one of those permanent members is a nominee of Canadian labour organizations

House bill C-376

38th Parliament, 1st session
October 4, 2004 to November 29, 2005
Historical information
An Act to amend the Agreement on Internal Trade Implementation Act (approval of a proposal)
Bill type
Private Member’s Bill
Sponsor
Leon Benoit
Current status
Outside the Order of Precedence
Latest activity
Introduction and first reading on May 4, 2005 (House of Commons)
Found in bill text:
[...] C-376 First Session, Thirty-eighth Parliament, 53-54 Elizabeth II, 2004-2005  C-376 Première session, trente-huitième législature, 53-54 Elizabeth II, 2004-2005 house of Commons OF CANADA   chambre des communes DU CANADA BILL C-376   PROJET DE LOI C-376 An Act to amend the Agreement on Internal Trade Implementation Act (approval of a proposal)   Loi modifiant la Loi de mise en oeuvre de l’Accord sur le commerce intérieur (approbation d’une proposition) First reading, May 4, 2005   Première lecture le 4 mai 2005   Summary Sommaire This enactment gives the Governor in Council the power to bring a proposal into force under the Agreement on Internal Trade if it has the consent of two thirds of the provinces that have at least fifty per cent of the population of Canada.
[...] This would apply only in cases where the proposal falls within the federal legislative powers established by the Constitution Act, 1867 that relate to free interprovincial trade.
[...] Ce pouvoir ne s’applique qu’aux propositions relevant de la compétence législative du fédéral en matière de liberté du commerce interprovincial conférée par la Loi constitutionnelle de 1867.   1st Session, 38th Parliament, 53-54 Elizabeth II, 2004-2005 House of Commons of Canada Bill C-376   1re session, 38e législature, 53-54 Elizabeth II, 2004-2005 Chambre des communes du Canada Projet de loi C-376       An Act to amend the Agreement on Internal Trade Implementation Act (approval of a proposal)   Loi modifiant la Loi de mise en oeuvre de l’Accord sur le commerce intérieur (approbation d’une proposition)     1996, c. 17 Her Majesty, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate and House of Commons of Canada, enacts as follows:   Sa Majesté, sur l’avis et avec le consentement du Sénat et de la Chambre des communes du Canada, édicte :   1996, ch. 17   1.
[...] The Agreement on Internal Trade Implementation Act is amended by adding the following after section 9:   1.
[...] La Loi de mise en œuvre de l’Accord sur le commerce intérieur est modifiée par adjonction, après l’article 9, de ce qui suit :     Deemed approval by all provinces 9.1 Where a proposal made under the Agreement and relating to (a) the regulation of trade and commerce within the meaning of that expression in section 91 of the Constitution Act, 1867, and (b) the avoidance of infringement of section 121 of the Constitution Act, 1867 receives the approval of at least two thirds of the provinces that have, in the aggregate, ac- cording to the then latest general census, at least fifty per cent of the population of all the provinces, but does not receive the approval of all the provinces, the Governor in Council may, by order, bring into force the proposal or a part of it specified in the order and the proposal or the part of it so specified shall, for all purposes, including suspending benefits or imposing retaliatory measures under section 9, be deemed to be in force under

House bill C-472

39th Parliament, 2nd session
October 16, 2007 to September 7, 2008
Historical information
An Act to amend the Canadian International Trade Tribunal Act and the Special Import Measures Act
Bill type
Private Member’s Bill
Sponsor
Pierre A. Paquette
Current status
Outside the Order of Precedence
Latest activity
Introduction and first reading on November 13, 2007 (House of Commons)
Found in bill text:
[...] Paquette SUMMARY This enactment amends the Canadian International Trade Tribunal Act and the Special Import Measures Act to ensure that (a) Parliament has a say in the appointment of members to the Canadian International Trade Tribunal; (b) the composition of the Tribunal reflects in a balanced manner the interests of the parties affected by the Tribunal’s determinations; (c) trade unions representing workers engaged in the production of goods affected by dumping or subsidizing can request inquiries; and (d) the Tribunal’s determinations are more effective.
[...] CANADIAN INTERNATIONAL TRADE TRIBUNAL ACT LOI SUR LE TRIBUNAL CANADIEN DU COMMERCE EXTÉRIEUR L.R., ch. 47(4e suppl.) 1.
[...] Subsection 2(1) of the Canadian International Trade Tribunal Act is amended by adding the following in alphabetical order: 1.
[...] Le paragraphe 2(1) de la Loi sur le Tribunal canadien du commerce extérieur est modifié par adjonction, selon l’ordre alphabétique, de ce qui suit : “domestic producer” « producteur national » “domestic producer” includes any trade union representing workers engaged in the production of goods affected by dumping or subsidizing; « producteur national » Sont assimilés aux producteurs nationaux les syndicats représentant des travailleurs qui produisent des marchandises touchées par le dumping ou le subventionnement
[...] Le paragraphe 3(1) de la même loi est remplacé par ce qui suit : Tribunal established 3. (1) There is hereby established a tribunal, to be known as the Canadian International Trade Tribunal, consisting, subject to subsection (2), of a Chairperson, two Vice-Chairpersons and not more than six other permanent members, to be appointed by the Governor in Council with the approval of the committee of the House of Commons that normally considers matters relating to international trade. 3. (1) Est constitué le Tribunal canadien du commerce extérieur, composé d’au plus neuf titulaires, dont le président et les deux vice-présidents, nommés par le gouverneur en conseil avec l’approbation du comité de la Chambre des communes habituellement chargé des questions relatives au commerce extérieur.

House bill C-8

41st Parliament, 2nd session
October 16, 2013 to August 2, 2015
Historical information
An Act to amend the Copyright Act and the Trade-marks Act and to make consequential amendments to other Acts

Short title: Combating Counterfeit Products Act

Bill type
House Government Bill
Sponsor
Hon. James Moore
Current status
Royal assent received
Latest activity
Royal assent on December 9, 2014 (Senate)
Found in bill text:
[...] Section 24 of the French version of the Act is replaced by the following: Enregistrement d’une marque de commerce créant de la confusion avec la marque de certification 24.
[...] (2) Subsection 40(2) of the French version of the Act is replaced by the following: Marque de commerce projetée (2) Lorsqu’une demande d’enregistrement d’une marque de commerce projetée est admise, le registraire en donne avis au requérant.
[...] Il enregistre la marque de commerce et délivre un certificat de son enregistrement après avoir reçu une déclaration portant que le requérant, son successeur en titre ou l’entité à qui est octroyée, par le requérant ou avec son autorisation, une licence d’emploi de la marque de commerce aux termes de laquelle il contrôle directement ou indirectement les caractéristiques ou la qualité des produits et services a commencé à employer la marque de commerce au Canada, en liaison avec les produits ou services spécifiés dans la demande
[...] “relevant registered trade-mark” « marque de commerce déposée en cause » “relevant registered trade-mark” means a trade-mark registered for goods that is identical to, or cannot be distinguished in its essential aspects from, a trade-mark on such goods, including their labels or packaging, that are detained by a customs officer.
[...] Schedule II to the Access to Information Act is amended by striking out the reference to Trade-marks Act Loi sur les marques de commerce and the corresponding reference to “subsection 50(6)”.

House bill C-56

41st Parliament, 1st session
June 2, 2011 to September 13, 2013
Historical information
An Act to amend the Copyright Act and the Trade-marks Act and to make consequential amendments to other Acts

Short title: Combating Counterfeit Products Act

Bill type
House Government Bill
Sponsor
Hon. Christian Paradis
Current status
At consideration in committee in the House of Commons
Latest activity
Second reading and referral to committee on June 12, 2013 (House of Commons)
Found in bill text:
[...] Section 24 of the French version of the Act is replaced by the following: Enregistrement d’une marque de commerce créant de la confusion avec la marque de certification 24.
[...] (2) Subsection 40(2) of the French version of the Act is replaced by the following: Marque de commerce projetée (2) Lorsqu’une demande d’enregistrement d’une marque de commerce projetée est admise, le registraire en donne avis au requérant.
[...] Il enregistre la marque de commerce et délivre un certificat de son enregistrement après avoir reçu une déclaration portant que le requérant, son successeur en titre ou l’entité à qui est octroyée, par le requérant ou avec son autorisation, une licence d’emploi de la marque de commerce aux termes de laquelle il contrôle directement ou indirectement les caractéristiques ou la qualité des produits et services a commencé à employer la marque de commerce au Canada, en liaison avec les produits ou services spécifiés dans la demande
[...] “relevant registered trade-mark” « marque de commerce déposée en cause » “relevant registered trade-mark” means a trade-mark registered for goods that is identical to, or cannot be distinguished in its essential aspects from, a trade-mark on such goods, including their labels or packaging, that are detained by a customs officer.
[...] Schedule II to the Access to Information Act is amended by striking out the reference to Trade-marks Act Loi sur les marques de commerce and the corresponding reference to “subsection 50(6)”.

House bill C-203

36th Parliament, 1st session
September 22, 1997 to September 18, 1999
Historical information
An Act to amend the Agreement on Internal Trade Implementation Act
Bill type
Private Member’s Bill
Sponsor
Leon Benoit
Current status
Referred to committee before second reading in the House of Commons
Found in bill text:
[...] This would apply only to cases where the proposal falls within the federal legislative powers established by the Constitution Act, 1867 that relate to free interprovincial trade. 1st Session, 36th Parliament, 46 Elizabeth II, 1997 The House of Commons of Canada BILL C-203 An Act to amend the Agreement on Internal Trade Implementation Act 1996, c. 17 Her Majesty, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate and House of Commons of Canada, enacts as follows: 1.
[...] The Agreement on Internal Trade Implementation Act is amended by adding the following after section 9: Deemed approval by all provinces 9.1 Where a proposal, made pursuant to the Agreement, relating to (a) the regulation of trade and commerce within the meaning of that phrase as used in section 91 of the Constitution Act, 1867, and (b) the avoidance of infringement of section 121 of the Constitution Act, 1867 receives the approval of at least two thirds of the provinces that have, in the aggregate, according to the then latest general census, at least fifty per cent of the population of all the provinces, but does not receive the approval of all provinces, the Governor in Council may, by order, bring the proposal or a part of it specified in the order in force, and the proposal or part of it so specified shall, for all purposes, including suspending benefits or the taking of retaliatory measures under section 9, be deemed to be in force under the Agreement as if it had been approved

House bill C-47

39th Parliament, 1st session
April 3, 2006 to September 14, 2007
Historical information
An Act respecting the protection of marks related to the Olympic Games and the Paralympic Games and protection against certain misleading business associations and making a related amendment to the Trade-marks Act

Short title: Olympic and Paralympic Marks Act

Bill type
House Government Bill
Sponsor
Hon. Maxime Bernier
Current status
Royal assent received
Latest activity
Royal assent on June 22, 2007 (Senate)
Found in bill text:
[...] This enactment also makes a related amendment to the Trade-marks Act to preclude the registration of a trade-mark whose adoption is prohibited by this enactment.
[...] Par ailleurs, le texte apporte une modification connexe à la Loi sur les marques de commerce afin d’empêcher l’enregistrement d’une marque de commerce dont il interdit l’adoption.
[...] Trade-marks Act 14.       
[...] Loi sur les marques de commerce COMING INTO FORCE ENTRÉE EN VIGUEUR 15.       
[...] T-13 Trade-marks Act Loi sur les marques de commerce L.R., ch.

House bill C-364

38th Parliament, 1st session
October 4, 2004 to November 29, 2005
Historical information
An Act to provide compensation to Canadian industry associations and to Canadian exporters who incur financial losses as a result of unjustified restrictive trade actions by foreign governments which are signatories to trade agreements involving Canadian products

Short title: Trade Compensation Act

Bill type
Private Member’s Bill
Sponsor
Brian Jean
Current status
At second reading in the House of Commons
Latest activity
Debate at second reading on November 24, 2005 (House of Commons)
Found in bill text:
[...] shall compensate any Canadian exporter or Canadian industry association involved in the exportation of Canadian goods to a foreign state for any loss incurred as a result of unjustified restrictive trade actions by the government of that state.
[...] This Act may be cited as the Trade Compensation Act.   1.Loi sur l’indemnisation commerciale.  
[...] Titre abrégé   interpration   définitions     Definitions “Canadian exporter” « exportateur canadien » “Canadian goods” « biens canadiens » “Canadian industry association” « association d’industries canadiennes » “Minister” « ministre » “tribunal” « tribunal » “unjustified restrictive trade action” « mesure de restriction commerciale injustifiée » 2.
[...] “unjustified restrictive trade action” means any action by the government of a foreign state that (a) has the effect of restricting the movement of Canadian goods into that state; and (b) contravenes any bilateral or multilat-eral trade agreement that has been entered into by the Government of Canada and that government.   2.
[...] Where a tribunal determines that a Canadian exporter has, or the members of a Canadian industry association have, on more than one occasion within any period of six years or continuously during any period of more than two years, been the subject of an unjustified restrictive trade action or actions in respect of the export of Canadian goods to a foreign state by the government of that state, the Minister shall pay all reasonable legal expenses incurred by the exporter or the association in any litigation actions enforcing the terms of a trade agreement.   3.

House bill C-61

39th Parliament, 1st session
April 3, 2006 to September 14, 2007
Historical information
An Act to amend the Geneva Conventions Act, An Act to incorporate the Canadian Red Cross Society and the Trade-marks Act
Bill type
House Government Bill
Sponsor
Hon. Peter Gordon MacKay
Current status
Royal assent received
Latest activity
Royal assent on June 22, 2007 (Senate)
Found in bill text:
[...] Bill C-61 Click here for the entire document (102Kb) First Session, Thirty-ninth Parliament, 55-56 Elizabeth II, 2006-2007 Première session, trente-neuvième législature, 55-56 Elizabeth II, 2006-2007 STATUTES OF CANADA 2007 CHAPTER 26 LOIS DU CANADA (2007) CHAPITRE 26 An Act to amend the Geneva Conventions Act, An Act to incorporate the Canadian Red Cross Society and the Trade-marks Act Loi modifiant la Loi sur les conventions de Genève, la Loi constituant en corporation la Canadian Red Cross Society et la Loi sur les marques de commerce ASSENTED TO 22nd JUNE, 2007 BILL C-61 SANCTIONNÉE LE 22 JUIN 2007 PROJET DE LOI C-61 SUMMARY This enactment amends the Geneva Conventions Act, An Act to incorporate the Canadian Red Cross Society and the Trade-marks Act to implement the Protocol set out in the schedule.
[...] SOMMAIRE Le texte modifie la Loi sur les conventions de Genève, la Loi constituant en corporation la Canadian Red Cross Society et la Loi sur les marques de commerce pour mettre en oeuvre le protocole en annexe.
[...] Also available on the Parliament of Canada Web Site at the following address: http://www.parl.gc.ca Aussi disponible sur le site Web du Parlement du Canada à l’adresse suivante : http://www.parl.gc.ca 55-56 ELIZABETH II 55-56 ELIZABETH II —————— —————— CHAPTER 26 CHAPITRE 26 An Act to amend the Geneva Conventions Act, An Act to incorporate the Canadian Red Cross Society and the Trade-marks Act Loi modifiant la Loi sur les conventions de Genève, la Loi constituant en corporation la Canadian Red Cross Society et la Loi sur les marques de commerce [Assented to 22nd June, 2007] [Sanctionnée le 22 juin 2007] Her Majesty, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate and House of Commons of Canada, enacts as follows: Sa Majesté, sur l’avis et avec le consentement du Sénat et de la Chambre des communes du Canada, édicte : R.S., c.
[...] T-13 TRADE-MARKS ACT LOI SUR LES MARQUES DE COMMERCE L.R., ch.
[...] Subsection 9(1) of the Trade-marks Act is amended by adding the following after paragraph (g): 6.

House bill C-358

42nd Parliament, 1st session
December 3, 2015 to September 11, 2019
Historical information
An Act to provide for fair, democratic and sustainable trade treaties

Short title: Fair, Democratic and Sustainable Trade Treaties Act

Bill type
Private Member’s Bill
Sponsor
Peter Julian
Current status
Outside the Order of Precedence
Latest activity
Introduction and first reading on June 9, 2017 (House of Commons)
Found in bill text:
[...] Julian 421315 SUMMARY This enactment requires the Government of Canada to obtain the approval of Parliament before expressing its consent to be bound by a trade treaty.
[...] Available on the House of Commons website at the following address: www.ourcommons.ca 1st Session, 42nd Parliament, 64-65-66 Elizabeth II, 2015-2016-2017 HOUSE OF COMMONS OF CANADA BILL C-358 An Act to provide for fair, democratic and sustainable trade treaties Preamble Whereas the Government of Canada is committed to encouraging transparent, accountable, fair and ethical trade practices, as well as to protecting its ability to legislate in the public interest; Whereas the Government of Canada recognizes the importance of economic fairness, democratic accountability and social justice when engaging in trade and negotiating trade treaties; Whereas Canadians value trade treaties that support Canadian jobs and businesses, promote sustainable development, respect environmental laws and strengthen cooperation on environmental matters; Whereas the Government of Canada recognizes
[...] (mi­nistre) trade treaty includes any agreement relating to international trade, whether embodied in a single instrument or in two or more related instruments, as well as any investment treaty between two or more countries.
[...] (traité commercial)PurposePurpose 3 The purpose of this Act is to create a transparent trade treaty assessment process that ensures that Canada adheres to principles of economic fairness and social justice and to internationally recognized human rights and labour standards, and that promotes sustainable development and trade in goods and services beneficial to local communities and the environment.
[...] Trade TreatiesConsultation with provinces 4 If the Government of Canada proposes to enter into a trade treaty that relates in whole or in part to matters that fall under the legislative authority of the legislatures of the provinces, it must consult the government of any province that would be affected by the treaty.Approval of trade treaty 5 (1) Before expressing its consent to be bound by a trade treaty, the Government of Canada must obtain (a) the approval by resolution of the Senate and House of Commons; and (b) the consent of any province where the treaty would allow a foreign investor to challenge the province’s legislation before an international tribunal without first going before Canadian courts.Withdrawal provision (2) The Government of Canada may express its consent to be bound by a trade treaty only if the treaty includes a provision allowing it to withdraw in full from the treaty’s obligations provided it gives no more than 12 months’ notice of its intention to do so to

House bill C-57

40th Parliament, 3rd session
March 3, 2010 to March 26, 2011
Historical information
An Act to amend the Agreement on Internal Trade Implementation Act and the Crown Liability and Proceedings Act

Short title: Improving Trade Within Canada Act

Bill type
House Government Bill
Sponsor
Hon. Rob Moore
Current status
At second reading in the House of Commons
Latest activity
Introduction and first reading on November 25, 2010 (House of Commons)
Found in bill text:
[...] C-57 Third Session, Fortieth Parliament, 59 Elizabeth II, 2010 HOUSE OF COMMONS OF CANADA BILL C-57 An Act to amend the Agreement on Internal Trade Implementation Act and the Crown Liability and Proceedings Act first reading, November 25, 2010 MINISTER OF STATE (SMALL BUSINESS AND TOURISM) 90582 RECOMMENDATION His Excellency the Governor General recommends to the House of Commons the appropriation of public revenue under the circumstances, in the manner and for the purposes set out in a measure entitled “An Act to amend the Agreement on Internal Trade Implementation Act and the Crown Liability and Proceedings Act”.
[...] SUMMARY This enactment amends the Agreement on Internal Trade Implementation Act to reflect changes made to Chapter 17 of the Agreement on Internal Trade.
[...] Also available on the Parliament of Canada Web Site at the following address: http://www.parl.gc.ca 3rd Session, 40th Parliament, 59 Elizabeth II, 2010 house of commons of canada BILL C-57 An Act to amend the Agreement on Internal Trade Implementation Act and the Crown Liability and Proceedings Act Her Majesty, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate and House of Commons of Canada, enacts as follows: SHORT TITLE Short title 1.
[...] This Act may be cited as the Improving Trade Within Canada Act. 1996, c. 17 AGREEMENT ON INTERNAL TRADE IMPLEMENTATION ACT 2.
[...] The definition “Agreement” in section 2 of the Agreement on Internal Trade Implementation Act is replaced by the following: “Agreement” « Accord » “Agreement” means the Agreement on Internal Trade signed in 1994, as amended from time to time; 3.

House bill C-31

42nd Parliament, 1st session
December 3, 2015 to September 11, 2019
Historical information
An Act to implement the Free Trade Agreement between Canada and Ukraine

Short title: Canada-Ukraine Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act

Bill type
House Government Bill
Sponsor
Hon. François-Philippe Champagne
Current status
Royal assent received
Latest activity
Royal assent on June 1, 2017 (Senate)
Found in bill text:
[...] First Session, Forty-second Parliament, 64-65-66 Elizabeth II, 2015-2016-2017 STATUTES OF CANADA 2017 CHAPTER 8 An Act to implement the Free Trade Agreement between Canada and Ukraine ASSENTED TO June 1, 2017 BILL C-31 RECOMMENDATION His Excellency the Governor General recommends to the House of Commons the appropriation of public revenue under the circumstances, in the manner and for the purposes set out in a measure entitled “An Act to implement the Free Trade Agreement between Canada and Ukraine”.SUMMARY This enactment implements the Free Trade Agreement between Canada and Ukraine, done at Kyiv on July 11, 2016.
[...] Orders — Article 17.‍13 of Agreement PART 2 Related Amendments 16 Crown Liability and Proceedings Act 17 Financial Administration Act 18 Importation of Intoxicating Liquors Act 20 Customs Act 27 Canadian International Trade Tribunal Act 33 Customs Tariff 42 Department of Employment and Social Development Act PART 3 Coordinating Amendments and Coming into Force Coordinating Amendments 43 Canada–European Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement Implementation Act Coming into Force 44 Order in council Schedule 1 schedule 2 Schedule 3 64-65-66 Elizabeth II CHAPTER 8 An Act to implement the Free Trade Agreement between Canada and Ukraine [Assented to 1st June, 2017] Her Majesty, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate and House of Commons of Canada, enacts as follows:Short TitleShort title 1 This Act may be cited as the Canada–Ukraine Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act.InterpretationDefinitions 2 The following definitions
[...] Agreement means the Free Trade Agreement between Canada and Ukraine, done at Kyiv on July 11, 2016.‍
[...] (texte législatif fédéral) Minister means the Minister for International Trade.‍
[...] Agreement has the same meaning as Agreement in section 2 of the Canada–Ukraine Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act.‍

House bill C-311

35th Parliament, 1st session
January 17, 1994 to February 2, 1996
Historical information
An Act to require the Minister for International Trade to retaliate against import restrictions introduced by the United States of America on Canadian refined sugar and sugar-containing products
Bill type
Private Member’s Bill
Sponsor
Paul Zed
Current status
Referred to committee before second reading in the House of Commons
Found in bill text:
[...] Bill C-311 1nd Session, 35th Parliament, 42-43-44 Elizabeth II, 1994-95 The House of Commons of Canada BILL C-311 An Act to require the Minister for International Trade to retaliate against import restrictions introduced by the United States of America on Canadian refined sugar and sugar-containing products Whereas the Government of Canada and the governments of other countries entered into agreements to establish the World Trade Organization (WTO) effective January 1, 1995; Whereas as part of the WTO negotiations members of the World Trade Organization were required to make binding market access concessions on agricultural trade pursuant to the WTO Agreement on Agriculture; Whereas the Government of the United States of America took the opportunity to impose additional restrictions on imports of Canadian refined sugar and sugar-containing products; Whereas such restrictions were added to numbers of existing import restrictions and will substantially reduce market access for
[...] Canadian refined sugar and sugar-containing products; Whereas such action was unreasonable and inconsistent with international trade rules; Whereas such action will burden and restrict fairly traded Canadian sugar products; And whereas it is necessary to take action on an urgent basis to protect the interest of Canadian producers of sugarbeets, refined sugar and sugar-containing products; Now, therefore, Her Majesty, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate and the House of Commons of Canada, enacts as follows: SHORT TITLE Short title 1.
[...] In this Act, ``WTO Agreement on Agriculture'' « Accord de l'OMC relatif à l'agriculture » ``WTO Agreement on Agriculture'' means the Agreement on Agriculture that formed part of the Final Act Embodying The Results Of The Uruguay Round Of Multilateral Trade Negotiations signed at Marrakesh, April 15, 1994; ``Minister'' « ministre » ``Minister'', in respect of any provision of this Act, means the Minister for International Trade; ``WTO schedule of market access commitments'' « Liste des engagements en matière d'accès aux marchés accessoire à l'Accord sur l'Organisation mondiale du commerce » ``WTO schedule of market access commitments'', means the schedule of market access commitments made by the United States of America pursuant to the WTO Agreement on Agriculture.

House bill C-57

44th Parliament, 1st session
November 22, 2021 to present
An Act to implement the 2023 Free Trade Agreement between Canada and Ukraine

Short title: Canada-Ukraine Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act, 2023

Bill type
House Government Bill
Sponsor
Hon. Mary Ng
Current status
Royal assent received
Latest activity
Royal assent on March 19, 2024 (Senate)
Found in bill text:
[...] First Session, Forty-fourth Parliament, 70-71 Elizabeth II – 1-2 Charles III, 2021-2022-2023-2024 STATUTES OF CANADA 2024 CHAPTER 3 An Act to implement the 2023 Free Trade Agreement between Canada and Ukraine ASSENTED TO March 19, 2024 BILL C-57 RECOMMENDATION Her Excellency the Governor General recommends to the House of Commons the appropriation of public revenue under the circumstances, in the manner and for the purposes set out in a measure entitled “An Act to implement the 2023 Free Trade Agreement between Canada and Ukraine”.SUMMARY This enactment implements the Canada–Ukraine Free Trade Agreement, done at Ottawa on September 22, 2023.
[...] Finally, the enactment repeals the Canada–Ukraine Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act that was enacted in 2017.
[...] Agreement means the Free Trade Agreement between Canada and Ukraine, done at Ottawa on September 22, 2023.‍
[...] (texte législatif fédéral) Minister means the Minister for International Trade.‍
[...] Trade Agreement in subsection 2(1) of the Act is replaced by the following: Canada–Ukraine Free Trade Agreement has the meaning assigned by the definition Agreement in section 2 of the Canada–Ukraine Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act, 2023.‍

House bill C-427

37th Parliament, 3rd session
February 2, 2004 to May 23, 2004
Historical information
An Act to amend the Wild Animal and Plant Protection and Regulation of International and Interprovincial Trade Act
Bill type
Private Member’s Bill
Sponsor
Hon. Keith Martin
Current status
Outside the Order of Precedence
Latest activity
Reinstated from previous session on February 2, 2004 (House of Commons)
Found in bill text:
[...] C-427 Second Session, Thirty-seventh Parliament, 51-52 Elizabeth II, 2002-2003  C-427 Deuxième session, trente-septième législature, 51-52 Elizabeth II, 2002-2003 house of Commons OF CANADA   chambre des communes DU CANADA BILL C-427   PROJET DE LOI C-427 An Act to amend the Wild Animal and Plant Protection and Regulation of International and Interprovincial Trade Act   Loi modifiant la Loi sur la protection d’espèces animales ou végétales sauvages et la réglementation de leur commerce international et interprovincial First reading, April 9, 2003   Première lecture le 9 avril 2003           Summary Sommaire This enactment provides additional controls on international trade in wildlife.
[...] Le texte prévoit des mesures de contrôle supplémentaires à l’égard du commerce international des espèces sauvages.
[...] It requires full records to be maintained respecting trades and shipments.
[...] Le ministre est tenu de constituer une autorité de gestion et une autorité scientifique pour mener à bien les aspects administratifs et scientifiques du contrôle du commerce international des espèces sauvages.
[...] It requires applicants for permits to maintain and make available to the Minister full records of all their trading activities.

House bill C-18

43rd Parliament, 2nd session
September 23, 2020 to August 15, 2021
Historical information
An Act to implement the Agreement on Trade Continuity between Canada and the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Short title: Canada—United Kingdom Trade Continuity Agreement Implementation Act

Bill type
House Government Bill
Sponsor
Hon. Mary Ng
Current status
Royal assent received
Latest activity
Royal assent on March 17, 2021 (Senate)
Found in bill text:
[...] Agreement means the Agreement on Trade Continuity between Canada and the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, done at Ottawa, on December 9, 2020.‍
[...] CETA means the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement between Canada and the European Union and its Member States, done at Brussels on October 30, 2016.‍
[...] (texte législatif fédéral) Minister means the Minister for International Trade.‍
[...] R.‍S.‍, c. 28 (1st Supp.‍)Investment Canada Act23 (1) The definition trade agreement country in subsection 14.‍11(6) of the Investment Canada Act is replaced by the following: trade agreement country means a country other than Canada that is a party either to an Agreement described in subparagraph (a)‍(i) or (i.‍1) of the definition trade agreement investor in this subsection or to a trade agreement listed in column 1 of the schedule.‍
[...] Continuity Agreement has the meaning assigned by the definition Agreement in section 2 of the Canada–United Kingdom Trade Continuity Agreement Implementation Act.‍

House bill C-427

37th Parliament, 2nd session
September 30, 2002 to November 12, 2003
Historical information
An Act to amend the Wild Animal and Plant Protection and Regulation of International and Interprovincial Trade Act
Bill type
Private Member’s Bill
Sponsor
Hon. Keith Martin
Current status
Outside the Order of Precedence
Latest activity
Introduction and first reading on April 9, 2003 (House of Commons)
Found in bill text:
[...] C-427 Second Session, Thirty-seventh Parliament, 51-52 Elizabeth II, 2002-2003  C-427 Deuxième session, trente-septième législature, 51-52 Elizabeth II, 2002-2003 house of Commons OF CANADA   chambre des communes DU CANADA BILL C-427   PROJET DE LOI C-427 An Act to amend the Wild Animal and Plant Protection and Regulation of International and Interprovincial Trade Act   Loi modifiant la Loi sur la protection d’espèces animales ou végétales sauvages et la réglementation de leur commerce international et interprovincial First reading, April 9, 2003   Première lecture le 9 avril 2003           Summary Sommaire This enactment provides additional controls on international trade in wildlife.
[...] Le texte prévoit des mesures de contrôle supplémentaires à l’égard du commerce international des espèces sauvages.
[...] It requires full records to be maintained respecting trades and shipments.
[...] Le ministre est tenu de constituer une autorité de gestion et une autorité scientifique pour mener à bien les aspects administratifs et scientifiques du contrôle du commerce international des espèces sauvages.
[...] It requires applicants for permits to maintain and make available to the Minister full records of all their trading activities.

House bill C-252

43rd Parliament, 2nd session
September 23, 2020 to August 15, 2021
Historical information
An Act to provide for transparency in entering trade agreements and foreign investment protection agreements

Short title: Trade and Foreign Investment Protection Agreements Transparency Act

Bill type
Private Member’s Bill
Sponsor
Paul Manly
Current status
Outside the Order of Precedence
Latest activity
Introduction and first reading on November 18, 2020 (House of Commons)
Found in bill text:
[...] Second Session, Forty-third Parliament, 69 Elizabeth II, 2020 HOUSE OF COMMONS OF CANADA BILL C-252 An Act to provide for transparency in entering trade agreements and foreign investment protection agreements FIRST READING, November 18, 2020 Mr.
[...] Manly 432024 SUMMARY This enactment enacts the Trade and Foreign Investment Protection Agreements Transparency Act, which provides for consultation and assessment processes in relation to trade and foreign investment protection agreements, including public consultations, publication of negotiation documents and assessments of the impacts of the trade or foreign investment protection agreements.
[...] agreement means an agreement or arrangement relating to foreign investment protection or an agreement or arrangement relating to international trade to which Canada is a party.
[...] on which a meeting is held, publish on the website of the Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development a notice of the meeting, including the aspect of Canada’s trade and foreign investment protection policy to be discussed and the names of the trade officials who will be present; (c) enable participants to choose to attend meetings in person or by electronic means; and (d) enable participants to make written submissions respecting the subject matter of a meeting before or after the meeting.Reports on consultations 7 (1) For any agreement, the Minister must prepare a report summarizing the results of the public consultations and dialogue meetings and outlining how the Government of Canada is taking these results into account in developing Canada’s policy in relation to the agreement, in respect of each of the following periods: (a) the period starting 90 days before the day on which negotiations in relation to the agreement begin and ending the day before the day on which negotiations
[...] to advise or assist the Minister with respect to trade treaties; and (g) a summary of any legislation that will be required to fulfil Canada’s obligations under the agreement or to implement any of its provisions.Publication of preliminary impact assessment (3) The Minister must publish the preliminary impact assessment and supporting evidence on the website of the Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development within 10 days after the day on which the preliminary impact assessment is completed.Publication of final impact assessment (4) The Minister must publish the final impact assessment on the website of the Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development within 10 days after the day on which the final impact assessment is tabled in each House of Parliament under subsection 10(1).Report to ParliamentReport to Parliament 10 (1) The Minister must cause the text of the agreement, the final impact assessment and supporting evidence to be tabled in each House of Parliament

House bill C-14

41st Parliament, 1st session
June 2, 2011 to September 13, 2013
Historical information
An Act to amend the Agreement on Internal Trade Implementation Act and the Crown Liability and Proceedings Act

Short title: Improving Trade Within Canada Act

Bill type
House Government Bill
Sponsor
Hon. Christian Paradis
Current status
At second reading in the House of Commons
Latest activity
Debate at second reading on November 24, 2011 (House of Commons)
Found in bill text:
[...] C-14 First Session, Forty-first Parliament, 60 Elizabeth II, 2011 HOUSE OF COMMONS OF CANADA BILL C-14 An Act to amend the Agreement on Internal Trade Implementation Act and the Crown Liability and Proceedings Act first reading, October 6, 2011 MINISTER OF INDUSTRY AND MINISTER OF STATE (AGRICULTURE) 90582 RECOMMENDATION His Excellency the Governor General recommends to the House of Commons the appropriation of public revenue under the circumstances, in the manner and for the purposes set out in a measure entitled “An Act to amend the Agreement on Internal Trade Implementation Act and the Crown Liability and Proceedings Act”.
[...] SUMMARY This enactment amends the Agreement on Internal Trade Implementation Act to reflect changes made to Chapter 17 of the Agreement on Internal Trade.
[...] Also available on the Parliament of Canada Web Site at the following address: http://www.parl.gc.ca 1st Session, 41st Parliament, 60 Elizabeth II, 2011 house of commons of canada BILL C-14 An Act to amend the Agreement on Internal Trade Implementation Act and the Crown Liability and Proceedings Act Her Majesty, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate and House of Commons of Canada, enacts as follows: SHORT TITLE Short title 1.
[...] This Act may be cited as the Improving Trade Within Canada Act. 1996, c. 17 AGREEMENT ON INTERNAL TRADE IMPLEMENTATION ACT 2.
[...] The definition “Agreement” in section 2 of the Agreement on Internal Trade Implementation Act is replaced by the following: “Agreement” « Accord » “Agreement” means the Agreement on Internal Trade signed in 1994, as amended from time to time; 3.

Senate bill S-38

38th Parliament, 1st session
October 4, 2004 to November 29, 2005
Historical information
An Act respecting the implementation of international trade commitments by Canada regarding spirit drinks of foreign countries

Short title: Spirit Drinks Trade Act

Bill type
Senate Government Bill
Sponsor
Sen. Jacob Austin
Current status
Royal assent received
Latest activity
Royal assent on November 3, 2005 (Senate)
Found in bill text:
[...] First Session, Thirty-eighth Parliament, 53-54 Elizabeth II, 2004-2005 STATUTES OF CANADA 2005 CHAPTER 39 An Act respecting the implementation of international trade commitments by Canada regarding spirit drinks of foreign countries ASSENTED TO 3rd NOVEMBER, 2005 BILL S-38 SUMMARY This enactment implements international trade commitments made by Canada regarding the use of names of spirit drinks of foreign countries.
[...] Available on the Parliament of Canada Web Site at the following address: http://www.parl.gc.ca 53-54 ELIZABETH II —————— CHAPTER 39 An Act respecting the implementation of international trade commitments by Canada regarding spirit drinks of foreign countries [Assented to 3rd November, 2005] Preamble WHEREAS Canada has made international commitments regarding the use of names of spirit drinks of foreign countries; AND WHEREAS those commitments are contained in the Agreement between Canada and the European Community on trade in wines and spirit drinks, signed on September 16, 2003, and in side letters to that Agreement, in the North American Free Trade Agreement, signed on December 17, 1992, and in commitments made by Canada at the Commonwealth Heads of Government meeting in Nassau in 1985 to establish an economic and trade development program for the Commonwealth Caribbean countries and territories; NOW, THEREFORE, Her Majesty, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate and
[...] This Act may be cited as the Spirit Drinks Trade Act.
[...] The Governor in Council may, by order, amend the schedule to implement Canada’s international trade obligations regarding the use of names of spirit drinks to sell products as spirit drinks.

House bill C-57

35th Parliament, 1st session
January 17, 1994 to February 2, 1996
Historical information
An Act to implement the Agreement Establishing the World Trade Organization
Bill type
House Government Bill
Current status
Royal assent received
Found in bill text:
[...] and non-discriminatory trade rules applicable to all, is the cornerstone of Canadian trade policy; Whereas the trade agreements achieved under the Uruguay Round of Multilateral Trade Negotiations under the GATT will lead to a significantly more open and stable international trading environment for Canadian agriculture, resources, manufacturing, services, technology and investment; Whereas the World Trade Organization will provide for integrated management of the new and strengthened multilateral trading system, particularly for the resolution of trade disputes; Whereas the World Trade Organization, as successor to the GATT, will also provide the forum for future trade negotiations aimed at furthering trade liberalization world-wide and the development of new global trade rules; And whereas it is necessary, in order to give effect to the Agreement, to make related or consequential amendments to certain Acts; Now, therefore, Her Majesty, by and with the advice and consent of the
[...] '' «Organisation mondiale du commerce » ``World Trade Organization'' means the World Trade Organization established by Article I of the Agreement; ``WTO Member'' «membre de l'OMC» ``WTO Member'' means a Member of the World Trade Organization.
[...] World Trade Organization Ministerial Conference 10.
[...] Section 2 of the Export and Import Permits Act is amended by adding the following in alphabetical order: ``import allocation'' « autorisation d'importation »l ``import allocation'' means an allocation issued pursuant to subsection 6.2(2); ``World Trade Organization Agreement'' « Accord sur l'Organisation mondiale du commerce » ``World Trade Organization Agreement'' has the same meaning as the word ``Agreement'' in subsection 2(1) of the World Trade Organization Agreement Implementation Act. 101.
[...] Trade-marks Act 202-211.

House bill C-47

35th Parliament, 1st session
January 17, 1994 to February 2, 1996
Historical information
An Act to amend the Department of External Affairs Act and to make related amendments to other Acts
Bill type
House Government Bill
Current status
Royal assent received
Found in bill text:
[...] It changes the French version of the title of the Minister for International Trade (ministre du Commerce extérieur) to the ministre du Commerce international and makes the required changes to the titles of officials of the Department.
[...] Sous réserve de l'article 5, le ministre du Commerce international favorise le commerce international du Canada : 10.
[...] Idem (2) Any person who holds the office of Minister for International Trade (ministre du Commerce extérieur) or Deputy Minister for International Trade (sous-ministre du Commerce extérieur) on the day on which this subsection comes into force is deemed to have been appointed Minister for International Trade (ministre du Commerce international) or Deputy Minister for International Trade (sous-ministre du Commerce international), as the case may be, from and after that day.
[...] Schedule I to the Act is amended by adding the following in alphabetical order: Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade Ministère des Affaires étrangères et du Commerce international 1992, c. 1, s. 72 18.
[...] Schedule I to the Act is amended by adding the following in alphabetical order under the heading ``Departments'': Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade Ministère des Affaires étrangères et du Commerce international R.S., c.

House bill C-24

40th Parliament, 2nd session
January 26, 2009 to December 30, 2009
Historical information
An Act to implement the Free Trade Agreement between Canada and the Republic of Peru, the Agreement on the Environment between Canada and the Republic of Peru and the Agreement on Labour Cooperation between Canada and the Republic of Peru

Short title: Canada-Peru Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act

Bill type
House Government Bill
Sponsor
Hon. Stockwell Day
Current status
Royal assent received
Latest activity
Royal assent on June 18, 2009 (Senate)
Found in bill text:
[...] Canada–Peru Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act INTERPRETATION 2.       
[...] Canadian International Trade Tribunal Act 23.       
[...] “Minister” « ministre » “Minister” means the Minister for International Trade.
[...] Canadian International Trade Tribunal Act 16.
[...] Definition of “Canada–Peru Free Trade Agreement” (3) In subsections (1) and (2), “Canada–Peru Free Trade Agreement” has the same meaning as “Agreement” in section 2 of the Canada–Peru Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act.

House bill C-27

40th Parliament, 2nd session
January 26, 2009 to December 30, 2009
Historical information
An Act to promote the efficiency and adaptability of the Canadian economy by regulating certain activities that discourage reliance on electronic means of carrying out commercial activities, and to amend the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission Act, the Competition Act, the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act and the Telecommunications Act

Short title: Electronic Commerce Protection Act

Bill type
House Government Bill
Sponsor
Hon. Tony Clement
Current status
At consideration in committee in the Senate
Latest activity
Referral to committee on December 15, 2009 (Senate)
Found in bill text:
[...] It enacts the Electronic Commerce Protection Act, which prohibits the sending of commercial electronic messages without the prior consent of the recipient and provides rules governing the sending of those types of messages, including a mechanism for the withdrawal of consent.
[...] Electronic Commerce Protection Act INTERPRETATION 2.       
[...] This Act may be cited as the Electronic Commerce Protection Act.
[...] (2) Section 20 of the Act is amended by adding the following after subsection (5): Disclosure under Electronic Commerce Protection Act (6) The Commissioner may disclose information, or may authorize any person acting on behalf or under the direction of the Commissioner to disclose information, in the course of proceedings in which the Commissioner has intervened under paragraph 50(c) of the Electronic Commerce Protection Act or in accord- ance with subsection 58(3) or 60(1) of that Act. 83.
[...] Section 39 of the Telecommunications Act is amended by adding the following after subsection (5): Disclosure authorized by Electronic Commerce Protection Act (5.1) The Commission may disclose designated information obtained by it in the perform- ance or exercise of its duties or powers related to any of sections 6 to 9 of the Electronic Commerce Protection Act in accordance with subsection 58(1) or 60(1) of that Act. 85. (1) Section 41 of the Act is renumbered as subsection 41(1) and is amended by adding the following: Exception — Electronic Commerce Protection Act (2) Despite subsection (1), the Commission may not prohibit or regulate the use by any person of the telecommunications facilities of a Canadian carrier for the provision of unsolicited telecommunications, if the telecommunication is (a) a commercial electronic message to which section 6 of the Electronic Commerce Protection Act applies; or (b) a commercial electronic message referred to in subsection 6(5) of that Act,

House bill C-46

40th Parliament, 3rd session
March 3, 2010 to March 26, 2011
Historical information
An Act to implement the Free Trade Agreement between Canada and the Republic of Panama, the Agreement on the Environment between Canada and the Republic of Panama and the Agreement on Labour Cooperation between Canada and the Republic of Panama

Short title: Canada-Panama Free Trade Act

Bill type
House Government Bill
Sponsor
Hon. Peter Van Loan
Current status
At third reading in the House of Commons
Latest activity
Concurrence at report stage on February 7, 2011 (House of Commons)
Found in bill text:
[...] Canada–Panama Free Trade Act INTERPRETATION 2.       
[...] Canadian International Trade Tribunal Act 23-27.       
[...] This Act may be cited as the Canada–Panama Free Trade Act.
[...] “Minister” « ministre » “Minister” means the Minister for International Trade.
[...] (2) In this section, “first Act” means the Canada–Colombia Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act and “second Act” means the Canada–Jordan Free Trade Act

House bill C-357

38th Parliament, 1st session
October 4, 2004 to November 29, 2005
Historical information
An Act to provide for an improved framework for economic, trade, cultural and other initiatives between the people of Canada and the people of Taiwan

Short title: Taiwan Affairs Act

Bill type
Private Member’s Bill
Sponsor
Hon. Jim Abbott
Current status
At second reading in the House of Commons
Latest activity
Debate at second reading on May 16, 2005 (House of Commons)
Found in bill text:
[...] C-357 First Session, Thirty-eighth Parliament, 53-54 Elizabeth II, 2004-2005  C-357 Première session, trente-huitième législature, 53-54 Elizabeth II, 2004-2005 house of Commons OF CANADA   chambre des communes DU CANADA BILL C-357   PROJET DE LOI C-357 An Act to provide for an improved framework for economic, trade, cultural and other initiatives between the people of Canada and the people of Taiwan   Loi prévoyant un encadrement amélioré des initiatives économiques, commerciales, culturelles et autres entre le peuple du Canada et le peuple de Taïwan First reading, April 4, 2005   Première lecture le 4 avril 2005   Summary Sommaire This enactment provides a statutory framework for economic, trade, cultural and other initiatives between the people of Canada and the people of Taiwan in the circumstances that followed upon Canada’s recognition of the People’s Republic of China in 1970.
[...] Le texte prévoit l’encadrement législatif des initiatives économiques, commerciales, culturelles et autres entre le peuple du Canada et le peuple de Taïwan, compte tenu des circonstances faisant suite à la reconnaissance de la République populaire de Chine par le Canada en 1970.   1st Session, 38th Parliament, 53-54 Elizabeth II, 2004-2005 House of Commons of Canada Bill C-357   1re session, 38e législature, 53-54 Elizabeth II, 2004-2005 Chambre des communes du Canada Projet de loi C-357       An Act to provide for an improved framework for economic, trade, cultural and other initiatives between the people of Canada and the people of Taiwan   Loi prévoyant un encadrement amélioré des initiatives économiques, commerciales, culturelles et autres entre le peuple du Canada et le peuple de Taïwan     Preamble  Whereas on October 13, 1970, the Government of Canada formally recognized the People’s Republic of China as the sole legitimate Government of China and took
[...] : que, le 13 octobre 1970, le gouvernement du Canada a officiellement reconnu la Répu-blique populaire de Chine en tant que seul gouvernement légitime de Chine et qu’il a pris acte du fait que celle-ci considère Taïwan comme faisant partie de la Chine; que, à cette date, le gouvernement du Canada a mis fin à ses relations diploma-tiques avec les dirigeants de Taïwan, offi-ciellement reconnue par le Canada en tant que République de Chine avant le 13 octobre 1970; que le gouvernement du Canada reconnaît l’importance des relations économiques entre le Canada et Taïwan et la volonté de Taïwan de renforcer ses liens avec le Canada; que le Canada prend acte de la réussite de Taïwan, sur les plans de l’évolution démo-cratique et du développement économique, en tant que modèle à suivre dans la région de l’Asie et du Pacifique; que Taïwan est récemment devenue membre de l’Organisation mondiale du commerce; que le Parlement souhaite encadrer, par voie législative, les fondements
[...] The Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs and International Trade of the House of Commons, the Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs of the Senate or any other committee instructed by its House for the purposes of this section, shall review and report to its House, within a year after this Act comes into force and at such times as the committee considers necessary after that time, on (a) the implementation of the provisions of this Act; and (b) the diplomatic, legal, commercial and other aspects of the continuing relationship between Canada and Taiwan.   10.
[...] Le Comité permanent des affaires étrangères et du commerce international de la Chambre des communes, le Comité permanent des affaires étrangères du Sénat et tout autre comité qui en reçoit l’instruction par sa chambre en application du présent article procède à l’examen et fait rapport à sa chambre, dans l’année suivant l’entrée en vigueur de la présente loi et chaque fois que le comité le considère nécessaire par la suite : a) de la mise en oeuvre des dispositions de la présente loi; b) des aspects diplomatique, juridique, commercial et autres de la relation qu’entretiennent le Canada et Taïwan.  

House bill C-57

40th Parliament, 2nd session
January 26, 2009 to December 30, 2009
Historical information
An Act to implement the Free Trade Agreement between Canada and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, the Agreement on the Environment between Canada and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan and the Agreement on Labour Cooperation between Canada and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan

Short title: Canada-Jordan Free Trade Act

Bill type
House Government Bill
Sponsor
Hon. Stockwell Day
Current status
At second reading in the House of Commons
Latest activity
Debate at second reading on November 19, 2009 (House of Commons)
Found in bill text:
[...] Canada–Jordan Free Trade Act INTERPRETATION 2.       
[...] Canadian International Trade Tribunal Act 22.       
[...] This Act may be cited as the Canada–Jordan Free Trade Act.
[...] Canadian International Trade Tribunal Act 2009, c. 16, s. 56(3) 16.
[...] Definition of “Canada–Jordan Free Trade Agreement” (3) In subsections (1) and (2), “Canada–Jordan Free Trade Agreement” has the same meaning as “Agreement” in section 2 of the Canada–Jordan Free Trade Act.

Senate bill S-218

43rd Parliament, 2nd session
September 23, 2020 to August 15, 2021
Historical information
An Act to amend the Criminal Code and the Wild Animal and Plant Protection and Regulation of International and Interprovincial Trade Act (great apes, elephants and certain other animals)

Short title: Jane Goodall Act

Bill type
Senate Public Bill
Sponsor
Sen. Murray Sinclair
Current status
At second reading in the Senate
Latest activity
Debate at second reading on November 19, 2020 (Senate)
Found in bill text:
[...] Second Session, Forty-third Parliament, 69 Elizabeth II, 2020 SENATE OF CANADA BILL S-218 An Act to amend the Criminal Code and the Wild Animal and Plant Protection and Regulation of International and Interprovincial Trade Act (great apes, elephants and certain other animals) FIRST READING, November 17, 2020 THE HONOURABLE SENATOR Sinclair 4321932 SUMMARY This enactment amends the Criminal Code to create offences respecting great apes, elephants and certain other non-domesticated animals in captivity.
[...] It also amends the Wild Animal and Plant Protection and Regulation of International and Interprovincial Trade Act to require a permit for the import, export or interprovincial travel of great apes, elephants and certain other non-domesticated animals and to prohibit the importation or exportation of elephant ivory, with certain limited exceptions.
[...] Available on the Senate of Canada website at the following address: www.sencanada.ca/en TABLE OF PROVISIONS An Act to amend the Criminal Code and the Wild Animal and Plant Protection and Regulation of International and Interprovincial Trade Act (great apes, elephants and certain other animals) Preamble Short Title 1 Jane Goodall Act Criminal Code 2 Amendments Wild Animal and Plant Protection and Regulation of International and Interprovincial Trade Act 6 Amendments Related Provision 12 Aboriginal and treaty rights Transitional Provisions 13 Non-application — gestating animals 14 Non-application — offspring of animals Coming into Force 15 One year after royal assent 2nd Session, 43rd Parliament, 69 Elizabeth II, 2020 SENATE OF CANADA BILL S-218 An Act to amend the Criminal Code and the Wild Animal and Plant Protection and Regulation of International and Interprovincial Trade Act (great apes, elephants and certain other
[...] animals) Preamble Whereas the phrase “All My Relations” expresses an Indigenous understanding that all life forms of Creation are interconnected and interdependent; Whereas science, empathy and justice require us to respect the biological and ecological characteristics and needs of animals; Whereas cetaceans, great apes, elephants and certain other non-domesticated animals ought not to be kept in captivity, except for justifiable purposes such as their best interests — including individual welfare and conservation — and non-harmful scientific research; Whereas a ban on trade in elephant ivory and the collection of elephant hunting trophies in Canada will help to conserve elephant populations and encourage bans in other countries; Whereas Parliament may enact criminal laws and laws to regulate international trade and commerce in relation to animals, and provincial legislatures may enact laws in relation to property and civil rights, including granting legal standing to captive cetaceans
[...] End of inserted block Exception — captivity in the animal’s best interests Start of inserted block (3.‍3) Subsection (2) does not apply to a person who keeps a great ape, elephant or designated animal in captivity in the best interests of the animal, in accordance with a licence issued under section 10.‍1 of the Wild Animal and Plant Protection and Regulation of International and Interprovincial Trade Act.

House bill C-32

37th Parliament, 1st session
January 29, 2001 to September 16, 2002
Historical information
An Act to implement the Free Trade Agreement between the Government of Canada and the Government of the Republic of Costa Rica

Short title: Canada--Costa Rica Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act

Bill type
House Government Bill
Sponsor
Hon. Pierre Pettigrew
Current status
Royal assent received
Latest activity
Royal assent on December 18, 2001 (Senate)
Found in bill text:
[...] SUMMARY This enactment implements the Free Trade Agreement between Canada and Costa Rica (the Agreement), signed by the Minister for International Trade at Ottawa on April 23, 2001.
[...] This Act may be cited as the Canada-Costa Rica Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act.
[...] The Minister for International Trade is the principal representative of Canada on the Commission.
[...] Definition of ``Canada-Costa Rica Free Trade Agreement'' (3) In subsections (1) and (2), ``Canada-Costa Rica Free Trade Agreement'' has the meaning given to the word ``Agreement'' by subsection 2(1) of the Canada-Costa Rica Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act.
[...] Canadian International Trade Tribunal Act 26-30.

House bill C-8

40th Parliament, 3rd session
March 3, 2010 to March 26, 2011
Historical information
An Act to implement the Free Trade Agreement between Canada and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, the Agreement on the Environment between Canada and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan and the Agreement on Labour Cooperation between Canada and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan

Short title: Canada-Jordan Free Trade Act

Bill type
House Government Bill
Sponsor
Hon. Peter Van Loan
Current status
At report stage in the House of Commons
Latest activity
Committee report presented on November 2, 2010 (House of Commons)
Found in bill text:
[...] Canada–Jordan Free Trade Act INTERPRETATION 2.       
[...] Canadian International Trade Tribunal Act 22.       
[...] This Act may be cited as the Canada–Jordan Free Trade Act.
[...] Canadian International Trade Tribunal Act 2009, c. 16, s. 56(3) 16.
[...] Definition of “Canada–Jordan Free Trade Agreement” (3) In subsections (1) and (2), “Canada–Jordan Free Trade Agreement” has the same meaning as “Agreement” in section 2 of the Canada–Jordan Free Trade Act.

Senate bill S-241

44th Parliament, 1st session
November 22, 2021 to present
An Act to amend the Criminal Code and the Wild Animal and Plant Protection and Regulation of International and Interprovincial Trade Act (great apes, elephants and certain other animals)

Short title: Jane Goodall Act

Bill type
Senate Public Bill
Sponsor
Sen. Martin Klyne
Current status
Bill not proceeded with
Latest activity
Dropped from the Senate Order Paper on February 12, 2024 (Senate)
Found in bill text:
[...] It also amends the Wild Animal and Plant Protection and Regulation of International and Interprovincial Trade Act to require a permit for the import, export or interprovincial transportation and captive breeding of great apes, elephants and certain other non-domesticated animals.
[...] Available on the Senate of Canada website at the following address: www.sencanada.ca/en TABLE OF PROVISIONS An Act to amend the Criminal Code and the Wild Animal and Plant Protection and Regulation of International and Interprovincial Trade Act (great apes, elephants and certain other animals) Preamble Short Title 1 Jane Goodall Act Criminal Code 2 Amendments Wild Animal and Plant Protection and Regulation of International and Interprovincial Trade Act 8 Amendments Related Provisions 17 Aboriginal and treaty rights 18 Deemed permits — great ape science and conservation programs 19 Deemed designation Transitional Provisions 20 Non-application — gestating animals 21 Non-application — offspring of animals Coming into Force 22 180 days after royal assent SCHEDULE 1 SCHEDULE 2 SCHEDULE 3 SCHEDULE 4 1st Session, 44th Parliament, 70-71 Elizabeth II, 2021-2022 SENATE OF CANADA BILL S-241 An Act to amend the Criminal
[...] organizations that meet the highest standards of animal care may serve the interests of animals across many species with regard to animal welfare, conservation, non-harmful scientific research and public education; Whereas animal care organizations may contribute to wildlife rescue and rehabilitation, the provision of sanctuary for animals in need, the restoration of wild populations and field research; Whereas a ban in Canada on trade in elephant ivory and rhinoceros horn and on the collection of elephant and rhinoceros hunting trophies will help to conserve elephant and rhinoceros populations and encourage bans in other countries; Whereas the global wildlife trade contributes to biodiversity loss, mass extinction and the risk of zoonotic disease and the Government of Canada may address wildlife trafficking through regulation; Whereas Parliament may enact criminal laws and laws to regulate international trade and commerce in relation to animals, and provincial legislatures may enact
[...] End of inserted block Exception — Wild Animal and Plant Protection and Regulation of International and Interprovincial Trade Act Start of inserted block (3.‍3) Subsection (2) does not apply to a person who is acting in accordance with a permit issued or deemed to have been issued under section 10 or 10.‍1 of the Wild Animal and Plant Protection and Regulation of International and Interprovincial Trade Act.
[...] End of inserted block 5 The portion of subsection 447.‍1(1) of the Act before paragraph (a) is replaced by the following: Order of prohibition or restitution 447.‍1 (1) The court may, in addition to any other sentence that it may impose under subsection 445(2), 445.‍1(2), Insertion start 445.‍2(5) Insertion end , 446(2) or 447(2) Insertion start or any order that it may make under section 447.‍02 Insertion end ,6 The Act is amended by adding the schedule set out in Schedule 1 to this Act.7 The schedule to Part XI is amended by adding the items set out in Schedule 2. 1992, c. 52Wild Animal and Plant Protection and Regulation of International and Interprovincial Trade Act8 Section 2 of the Wild Animal and Plant Protection and Regulation of International and Interprovincial Trade Act is amended by adding the following in alphabetical order: Start of inserted block designated animal means an animal of a species set out in Column 2 of the schedule or a non-domesticated subspecies of

House bill C-30

42nd Parliament, 1st session
December 3, 2015 to September 11, 2019
Historical information
An Act to implement the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement between Canada and the European Union and its Member States and to provide for certain other measures

Short title: Canada-European Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement Implementation Act

Bill type
House Government Bill
Sponsor
Hon. François-Philippe Champagne
Current status
Royal assent received
Latest activity
Royal assent on May 16, 2017 (Senate)
Found in bill text:
[...] (texte législatif fédéral) Minister means the Minister for International Trade.‍
[...] (propriétaire) protected mark means a registered trade-mark or a protected geographical indication.‍
[...] (sous le contrôle d’un investisseur (traité commercial)) trade agreement country means a country other than Canada that is a party either to the Agreement described in subparagraph (a)‍(i) of the definition trade agreement investor in this subsection or to a trade agreement listed in column 1 of the schedule.‍
[...] of the Canada–European Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement Implementation Act.‍
[...] the Patent Act, trade-marks, copyrights or registered integrated circuit topographies relating to or affecting the manufacture, use or sale of any article or commodity that may be a subject of trade or commerce, make one or more of the following orders: 1990, c. 37, s. 29(3) Paragraph 32(2)‍(c) of the Act is replaced by the following: (c) directing the grant of licences under any such patent, certificate of supplementary protection, copyright or registered integrated circuit topography to the persons and on the terms and conditions that the court may deem proper or, if the grant and other remedies under this section would appear insufficient to prevent that use, revoking the patent or certificate of supplementary protection; 2002, c. 16, s. 4(F)(4) Subsection 32(3) of the Act is replaced by the following: Treaties, etc

House bill C-35

36th Parliament, 1st session
September 22, 1997 to September 18, 1999
Historical information
An Act to amend the Special Import Measures Act and the Canadian International Trade Tribunal Act
Bill type
House Government Bill
Sponsor
Right Hon. Paul Martin
Current status
Royal assent received
Found in bill text:
[...] Bill C-35 SUMMARY This enactment makes several amendments to the Special Import Measures Act and the Canadian International Trade Tribunal Act.
[...] It gives effect to recommendations set out in the December 1996 Report on the Special Import Measures Act that was issued by the Sub-Committee on the Review of the Special Import Measures Act (of the Standing Committee on Finance) and the Sub-Committee on Trade Disputes (of the Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs and International Trade).
[...] R.S., c. 47 (4th Supp.); 1988, c. 65; 1993, c. 44; 1994, cc. 13, 47; 1996, c. 33; 1997, c. 14 canadian international trade tribunal act 53. (1) The definition ``Chairman'' in subsection 2(1) of the English version of the Canadian International Trade Tribunal Act is repealed
[...] ``new Canadian International Trade Tribunal Act'' « nouvelle Loi sur le Tribunal canadien du commerce extérieur » ``new Canadian International Trade Tribunal Act'' means the Canadian International Trade Tribunal Act as it read on the commencement day.
[...] ``old Canadian International Trade Tribunal Act'' « ancienne Loi sur le Tribunal canadien du commerce extérieur » ``old Canadian International Trade Tribunal Act'' means the Canadian International Trade Tribunal Act as it read on the day before the commencement day.

Senate bill S-222

42nd Parliament, 1st session
December 3, 2015 to September 11, 2019
Historical information
An Act for the promotion and advancement of Canada’s linguistic plurality

Short title: Linguistic Plurality Act

Bill type
Senate Public Bill
Sponsor
Sen. Mobina S.B. Jaffer
Current status
Bill not proceeded with
Latest activity
Dropped from the Senate Order Paper on February 16, 2017 (Senate)
Found in bill text:
[...] Available on the Senate of Canada website at the following address: www.sencanada.ca/en 1st Session, 42nd Parliament, 64-65 Elizabeth II, 2015-2016 SENATE OF CANADA BILL S-222 An Act for the promotion and advancement of Canada’s linguistic plurality Preamble Whereas a language shared between individuals helps to maintain cultural ties and foster new friendships; Whereas in the 2011 Census of Populations, Canadians reported using more than 200 of the languages spoken around the globe as a home language or mother tongue, including Canada’s two official languages and Aboriginal languages; Whereas the linguistic plurality of the Canadian population is a valuable yet underused asset that has the potential to increase Canada’s competitiveness in and accessibility to world markets, yielding greater trade, commerce and international cooperation; And whereas Canada would benefit from having a national policy for the promotion and advancement of its linguistic
[...] to abrogate or derogate from the constitutional guarantees afforded to English and French under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms or from the principles and purposes of the Official Languages Act.Linguistic Plurality Policy of CanadaPolicy 4 It is hereby declared to be the policy of the Government of Canada to (a) preserve and enhance the use of languages other than English and French while strengthening the status and use of the official languages of Canada; (b) foster the recognition and appreciation of the socio-economic benefits of linguistic plurality, including the cross-cultural understanding, collaboration and opportunities that arise from interactions between individuals and communities when the means of communication is a shared language; (c) recognize and promote the understanding that linguistic plurality is not only a characteristic of the historic make-up of the Canadian identity, but an asset that has the potential to increase Canada’s role in international trade
[...] , commerce and cooperation; and (d) encourage and assist the social, cultural, economic, government and political institutions of Canada to make use of, as appropriate, and to derive benefit from the language skills and cultural understanding of individuals who speak languages other than English and French, in furtherance of international trade, commerce and cooperation.Implementation of the Linguistic Plurality Policy of CanadaGeneral responsibility 5 The Minister, in consultation with other ministers of the Crown, must encourage and promote a coordinated approach to the implementation of the linguistic plurality policy of Canada and may provide advice and assistance in the development and implementation of programs and practices in support of that policy.Specific mandate 6 The Minister must take such measures as the Minister considers appropriate to implement the linguistic plurality policy of Canada, including, but not limited to, (a) promoting, through public education and discussion

House bill C-23

40th Parliament, 2nd session
January 26, 2009 to December 30, 2009
Historical information
An Act to implement the Free Trade Agreement between Canada and the Republic of Colombia, the Agreement on the Environment between Canada and the Republic of Colombia and the Agreement on Labour Cooperation between Canada and the Republic of Colombia

Short title: Canada-Colombia Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act

Bill type
House Government Bill
Sponsor
Hon. Stockwell Day
Current status
At second reading in the House of Commons
Latest activity
Debate at second reading on November 17, 2009 (House of Commons)
Found in bill text:
[...] Canada–Colombia Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act INTERPRETATION 2.       
[...] Canadian International Trade Tribunal Act 23.       
[...] Canada–Peru Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act 58.       
[...] “Minister” « ministre » “Minister” means the Minister for International Trade.
[...] Definition of “Canada– Colombia Free Trade Agreement” (3) In subsections (1) and (2), “Canada–Colombia Free Trade Agreement” has the same meaning as “Agreement” in section 2 of the Canada–Colombia Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act.

House bill C-2

40th Parliament, 3rd session
March 3, 2010 to March 26, 2011
Historical information
An Act to implement the Free Trade Agreement between Canada and the Republic of Colombia, the Agreement on the Environment between Canada and the Republic of Colombia and the Agreement on Labour Cooperation between Canada and the Republic of Colombia

Short title: Canada-Colombia Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act

Bill type
House Government Bill
Sponsor
Hon. Peter Van Loan
Current status
Royal assent received
Latest activity
Royal assent on June 29, 2010 (Senate)
Found in bill text:
[...] Canada–Colombia Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act INTERPRETATION 2.       
[...] Canadian International Trade Tribunal Act 23.       
[...] This Act may be cited as the Canada–Colombia Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act.
[...] “Minister” « ministre » “Minister” means the Minister for International Trade.
[...] Definition of “Canada– Colombia Free Trade Agreement” (3) In subsections (1) and (2), “Canada–Colombia Free Trade Agreement” has the same meaning as “Agreement” in section 2 of the Canada–Colombia Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act.

House bill C-54

35th Parliament, 2nd session
February 27, 1996 to April 27, 1997
Historical information
An Act to amend the Foreign Extraterritorial Measures Act
Bill type
House Government Bill
Current status
Royal assent received
Found in bill text:
[...] Bill C-54 SUMMARY This enactment (a) allows for the making of orders prohibiting or restricting the production of records and the giving of information in respect of proceedings related to the enforcement of foreign trade laws set out in the schedule to the Act; (b) expands the rights of recovery in respect of foreign judgments given in proceedings under antitrust laws and foreign trade laws set out in the schedule to the Act; (c) allows for the blocking of recognition of foreign judgments given in proceedings under foreign trade laws set out in the schedule to the Act; (d) increases penalties for breaches of orders made under sections 3 and 5 of the Act; and (e) specifies the factors that must be considered in sentencing for offences related to breaches of orders made under sections 3 and 5 the Act. 45 ELIZABETH II CHAPTER 28 An Act to amend the Foreign Extraterritorial Measures Act R.S., c.
[...] The long title of the Foreign Extraterritorial Measures Act is replaced by the following: An Act to authorize the making of orders relating to the production of records and the giving of information for the purposes of proceedings in foreign tribunals, relating to measures of foreign states or foreign tribunals affecting international trade or commerce and in respect of the recognition and enforcement in Canada of certain foreign judgments 2.
[...] Section 2 of the Act is amended by adding the following in alphabetical order: ``foreign trade law'' « loi commerciale étrangère » ``foreign trade law'' means a law of a foreign jurisdiction that directly or indirectly affects or is likely to affect trade or commerce between (a) Canada, a province, a Canadian citizen or a resident of Canada, a corporation incorporated by or under a law of Canada or a province or a person carrying on business in Canada, and (b) any person or foreign state; *ep 3.
[...] The portion of subsection 3(1) of the Act before paragraph (a) is replaced by the following: Orders of Attorney General relating to production of records and giving of information 3. (1) Where, in the opinion of the Attorney General of Canada, a foreign tribunal has exercised, is exercising or is proposing or likely to exercise jurisdiction or powers of a kind or in a manner that has adversely affected or is likely to adversely affect significant Canadian interests in relation to international trade or commerce involving a business carried on in whole or in part in Canada or that otherwise has infringed or is likely to infringe Canadian sovereignty, or jurisdiction or powers that is or are related to the enforcement of a foreign trade law or a provision of a foreign trade law set out in the schedule, the Attorney General of Canada may, by order, prohibit or restrict 5.
[...] No inference where order not made (4) In any proceedings in Canada to recognize or enforce a judgment given by a foreign tribunal in proceedings instituted under an antitrust law, or a foreign trade law or a provision of a foreign trade law set out in the schedule, or to enforce a concurrent or subsequent judgment for contribution or indemnity related to that judgment, no inference shall be drawn from the fact that the Attorney General of Canada has not made an order under subsection (1) or (1.1) in respect of the judgment.

House bill C-440

38th Parliament, 1st session
October 4, 2004 to November 29, 2005
Historical information
An Act respecting the use of government contracts to promote economic development

Short title: Canadian Products Promotion Act

Bill type
Private Member’s Bill
Sponsor
Monique Guay
Current status
At second reading in the House of Commons
Latest activity
Placed in the Order of Precedence on November 14, 2005 (House of Commons)
Found in bill text:
[...] “NAFTA country” means a country that is a party to the North American Free Trade Agreement.
[...] Avis   non-application   non-application     North American Free Trade Agreement 12.
[...] Accord de libre-échange nord-américain Agreement on Government Procurement of the World Trade Organization 13.
[...] Accord sur les marchés publics de l’Organisation mondiale du commerce Reciprocity 14.
[...] l’application de certains avantages accordés aux entreprises de tout État partie à l’Accord sur les marchés publics de l’Organisation mondiale du commerce.  

House bill C-88

35th Parliament, 1st session
January 17, 1994 to February 2, 1996
Historical information
An Act to implement the Agreement on Internal Trade
Bill type
House Government Bill
Current status
At report stage and second reading in the House of Commons
Found in bill text:
[...] Bill C-88 SUMMARY This enactment implements the Agreement on Internal Trade.
[...] This Act may be cited as the Agreement on Internal Trade Implementation Act.
[...] Committee on Internal Trade Appointment of representa- tive 10.
[...] The Governor in Council may appoint a Minister to be a representative on the Committee on Internal Trade established pursuant to Article 1600 of the Agreement.
[...] The Minister may appoint any person to be a representative of Canada on any committee referred to in the Agreement, other than the Committee on Internal Trade referred to in section 10.

House bill C-402

37th Parliament, 1st session
January 29, 2001 to September 16, 2002
Historical information
An Act to prohibit the importation of conflict diamonds into Canada

Short title: Conflict Diamonds Act

Bill type
Private Member’s Bill
Sponsor
Hon. David Pratt
Current status
Outside the Order of Precedence
Latest activity
Introduction and first reading on October 18, 2001 (House of Commons)
Found in bill text:
[...] in conflict diamonds that does not result in damaging the economies of countries who engage in the legitimate trade of diamonds; Now, Therefore, Her Majesty, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate and House of Commons of Canada, enacts as follows: SHORT TITLE Short title 1.
[...] In this Act, unless the context otherwise requires, ``diamonds'' « diamants » ``diamonds'' includes rough diamonds and polished diamonds; ``Minister'' « ministre » ``Minister'' means the Minister of National Revenue or an officer, as defined in subsection 2(1) of the Customs Act, who is designated by the Minister; ``polished diamond'' « diamant poli » ``polished diamond'' means a diamond as classified under subheading No. 7102.39 set out in the schedule to the Customs Tariff; ``regulations'' « règlement » ``regulations'' means regulations made under section 8; ``rough diamond'' « diamant brut » ``rough diamond'' means a diamond that is unworked or simply sawn, cleaved or bruted, as classified under subheading No. 7102.31 set out in the schedule to the Customs Tariff; ``World Trade Organiza- tion'' or ``WTO'' « Organisation mondiale du commerce » ou « OMC » ``World Trade Organization'' or ``WTO'' means the World Trade Organization established by Article I of the World
[...] Trade Organization Agreement; ``World Trade Organization Agreement'' « Accord sur l'Organisa- tion mondiale du commerce » ``World Trade Organization Agreement'' has the same meaning as the word ``Agreement'' in subsection 2(1) of the World Trade Organization Agreement Implementation Act.
[...] Obligations under World Trade Organization Agreement 9. (1) Nothing in this Act shall be construed to require action by the Government of Canada that, in accordance with a WTO dispute settlement proceeding determination, would be a violation of Canada's obligations under the World Trade Organization Agreement.
[...] The Minister of National Revenue and the Minister for International Trade together shall table in both Houses of Parliament, within six months after the coming into force of this Act, and annually thereafter, a report that (a) evaluates the effectiveness of this Act in preventing the importation of diamonds and jewellery containing diamonds traded in contravention of this Act or the regulations; (b) identifies those countries that are complying with subsection 3(1); (c) identifies those countries that are not complying with subsection 3(1) and describes the effects of that failure on the trade in diamonds used to support conflicts in the country or regions in which the diamonds are extracted; and (d) describes technological developments that allow the determination of where a diamond is mined and the marking and tracking of rough and polished diamonds.

House bill C-439

37th Parliament, 1st session
January 29, 2001 to September 16, 2002
Historical information
An Act to amend the Canada-Israel Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act
Bill type
Private Member’s Bill
Sponsor
Pierre A. Paquette
Current status
Outside the Order of Precedence
Latest activity
Introduction and first reading on April 10, 2002 (House of Commons)
Found in bill text:
[...] Bill C-439 SUMMARY This enactment provides that Canada will undertake consultations with the Government of the State of Israel for the purpose of having the Canada-Israel Free Trade Agreement amended so that goods originating from settlements under Israeli administration will be subject to the full rate of customs duties rather than duties at the preferential tariff treatment accorded by the Agreement. 1st Session, 37th Parliament, 49-50-51 Elizabeth II, 2001-2002 House of Commons of Canada BILL C-439 An Act to amend the Canada-Israel Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act Preamble Whereas the Government of Canada and the Government of the State of Israel entered into a Free Trade Agreement that came into force on January 1, 1997; Whereas the Canada-Israel Free Trade Agreement provides that neither Party may increase any existing customs duty, or adopt any customs duty, or any charge of equivalent effect on an originating good; Whereas in Europe goods originating from Israeli
[...] Subsection 2(1) of the Canada-Israel Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act is amended by adding the following in alphabetical order: ``settlements'' « colonies de peuplement » ``settlements'' means the settlements placed under Israeli administration since 1967 in the West Bank, the Gaza Strip, East Jerusalem and the Golan Heights. 2.

House bill C-273

40th Parliament, 2nd session
January 26, 2009 to December 30, 2009
Historical information
An Act to amend the Competition Act and the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999 (right to repair)
Bill type
Private Member’s Bill
Sponsor
Brian Masse
Current status
Bill not proceeded with
Latest activity
Bill not proceeded with on November 17, 2009 (House of Commons)
Found in bill text:
[...] trade terms” « conditions de commerce » “trade terms” means terms in respect of payment, units of purchase and reasonable technical and servicing requirements. 1999, c. 33 CANADIAN ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ACT, 1999 2.
[...] Protection of trade secrets (5) Nothing in this section is deemed to require the disclosure of trade secrets or the public disclosure of any information related exclusively to the design and manufacture of motor vehicle parts.

House bill C-9

37th Parliament, 3rd session
February 2, 2004 to May 23, 2004
Historical information
An Act to amend the Patent Act and the Food and Drugs Act (The Jean Chrétien Pledge to Africa)
Bill type
House Government Bill
Sponsor
Hon. Lucienne Robillard
Current status
Royal assent received
Latest activity
Royal assent on May 14, 2004 (Senate)
Found in bill text:
[...] « Accord sur les ADPIC » L’Accord sur les aspects des droits de propriété intellectuelle qui touchent au commerce, figurant à l’annexe 1C de l’Accord instituant l’Organisation mondiale du commerce signé à Marrakech le 15 avril 1994
[...] « OMC » L’Organisation mondiale du commerce constituée par l’article I de l’Accord instituant l’Organisation mondiale du commerce, signé à Marrakech le 15 avril 1994
[...] « produit breveté » “patented product” “WTO” « OMC » “WTO” means the World Trade Organization established by Article I of the Agreement Establishing the World Trade Organization, signed at Marrakesh on April 15, 1994
[...] « Accord sur les ADPIC » L’Accord sur les aspects des droits de propriété intellectuelle qui touchent au commerce, figurant à l’annexe 1C de l’Accord instituant l’Organisation mondiale du commerce signé à Marrakech le 15 avril 1994
[...] « OMC » L’Organisation mondiale du commerce constituée par l’article I de l’Accord instituant l’Organisation mondiale du commerce, signé à Marrakech le 15 avril 1994

House bill C-571

40th Parliament, 3rd session
March 3, 2010 to March 26, 2011
Historical information
An Act respecting corporate practices relating to the purchase of minerals from the Great Lakes Region of Africa

Short title: Trade in Conflict Minerals Act

Bill type
Private Member’s Bill
Sponsor
Paul Dewar
Current status
Outside the Order of Precedence
Latest activity
Introduction and first reading on September 30, 2010 (House of Commons)
Found in bill text:
[...] It also requires the Extractive Sector Corporate Social Responsibility Counsellor to identify, in the Counsellor's annual report to the Minister for International Trade, those Canadian extractive sector companies that the Counsellor has reasonable grounds to believe are not practicing corporate social responsibility in the Great Lakes Region of Africa.
[...] This Act may be cited as the Trade in Conflict Minerals Act.
[...] “Extractive Sector Corporate Social Responsibility Counsellor” « conseiller en responsabilité sociale des entreprises de l’industrie extractive » “Extractive Sector Corporate Social Responsibility Counsellor” means the special adviser to the Minister for International Trade appointed by the Governor in Council under Order-in-Council P.C. 2009-422 to review, on an ongoing basis, the corporate social responsibility practices of Canadian extractive sector companies operating outside Canada.
[...] The Extractive Sector Corporate Social Responsibility Counsellor shall, in the Counsellor’s annual report to the Minister for International Trade (a) identify those Canadian extractive sector companies that the Counsellor has reasonable grounds to believe are not practicing corporate social responsibility in the Great Lakes Region of Africa; and (b) include any evidence in the Counsellor’s possession that supports this belief.

House bill C-308

37th Parliament, 2nd session
September 30, 2002 to November 12, 2003
Historical information
An Act to amend the Canada-Israel Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act
Bill type
Private Member’s Bill
Sponsor
Pierre A. Paquette
Current status
Outside the Order of Precedence
Latest activity
Introduction and first reading on November 20, 2002 (House of Commons)
Found in bill text:
[...] C-308 Second Session, Thirty-seventh Parliament, 51 Elizabeth II, 2002  C-308 Deuxième session, trente-septième législature, 51 Elizabeth II, 2002 house of Commons OF CANADA   chambre des communes DU CANADA BILL C-308   PROJET DE LOI C-308 An Act to amend the Canada-Israel Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act   Loi modifiant la Loi de mise en oeuvre de l’Accord de libre-échange Canada — Israël First reading, November 20, 2002   Première lecture le 20 novembre 2002           Summary Sommaire This enactment provides that Canada will undertake consultations with the Government of the State of Israel for the purpose of having the Canada-Israel Free Trade Agreement amended so that goods originating from settlements under Israeli administration will be subject to the full rate of customs duties rather than duties at the preferential tariff treatment accorded by the Agreement.
[...] Le texte prévoit que le Canada doit entreprendre des consultations avec le gouvernement de l’État d’Israël en vue de faire modifier l’Accord de libre-échange Canada — Israël pour faire en sorte que les produits originaires des colonies de peuplement sous administration israélienne soient assujettis au plein taux des droits plutôt qu’au taux du régime tarifaire préférentiel institué par cet Accord.   2nd Session, 37th Parliament, 51 Elizabeth II, 2002 House of Commons of Canada Bill C-308   2e session, 37e législature, 51 Elizabeth II, 2002 Chambre des communes du Canada Projet de loi C-308       An Act to amend the Canada-Israel Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act   Loi modifiant la Loi de mise en oeuvre de l’Accord de libre-échange Canada — Israël     Preamble                                   1996, c. 33 Whereas the Government of Canada and the Government of the State of Israel entered into a Free Trade Agreement that came into force
[...] on January 1, 1997; Whereas the Canada-Israel Free Trade Agreement provides that neither Party may increase any existing customs duty, or adopt any customs duty, or any charge of equivalent effect on an originating good; Whereas in Europe goods originating from Israeli settlements in the West Bank, the Gaza Strip, East Jerusalem and the Golan Heights may become subject to the full rate of customs duties rather than duties at the preferential tariff treatment accorded by the European Union-Israel Association Agreements; And Whereas it is desirable that Canada adopt measures similar to those taken by the European Union; Now, Therefore, Her Majesty, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate and House of Commons of Canada, enacts as follows:   Attendu : que le gouvernement du Canada et le gouvernement de l’État d’Israël ont conclu un accord de libre-échange qui est entré en vigueur le 1er janvier 1997; que l’Accord de libre-échange Canada —Israël prévoit qu’aucune
[...] Subsection 2(1) of the Canada-Israel Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act is amended by adding the following in alphabetical order: “settlements” means the settlements placed under Israeli administration since 1967 in the West Bank, the Gaza Strip, East Jerusalem and the Golan Heights.   1.

House bill C-425

39th Parliament, 1st session
April 3, 2006 to September 14, 2007
Historical information
An Act to amend the Competition Act and the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999 (right to repair)
Bill type
Private Member’s Bill
Sponsor
Brian Masse
Current status
Outside the Order of Precedence
Latest activity
Introduction and first reading on April 17, 2007 (House of Commons)
Found in bill text:
[...] trade terms” « conditions de commerce » “trade terms” means terms in respect of payment, units of purchase and reasonable technical and servicing requirements. 1999, c. 33 CANADIAN ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ACT, 1999 2.
[...] Protection of trade secrets (5) Nothing in this section is deemed to require the disclosure of trade secrets or the public disclosure of any information related exclusively to the design and manufacture of motor vehicle parts.

House bill C-299

37th Parliament, 2nd session
September 30, 2002 to November 12, 2003
Historical information
An Act to amend the Canadian International Trade Tribunal Act
Bill type
Private Member’s Bill
Sponsor
Hon. Lorne Nystrom
Current status
Outside the Order of Precedence
Latest activity
Introduction and first reading on November 6, 2002 (House of Commons)
Found in bill text:
[...] Bill C-299 SUMMARY This enactment amends the Canadian International Trade Tribunal Act to provide for the appointment of a nominee of Canadian Labour organizations as one of the permanent members of the Tribunal. 2nd Session, 37th Parliament, 51 Elizabeth II, 2002 House of Commons of Canada BILL C-299 An Act to amend the Canadian International Trade Tribunal Act R.S., c. 47 (4th Supp.)
[...] Section 3 of the Canadian International Trade Tribunal Act is amended by adding the following after subsection (1): Nominee of Canadian labour organizations (1.1) In appointing the six other permanent members of the Tribunal, the Governor in Council shall consult with the representatives of Canadian labour organizations, including the Canadian Labour Congress, to ensure that at least one of those permanent members is a nominee of Canadian labour organizations.

House bill C-61

35th Parliament, 2nd session
February 27, 1996 to April 27, 1997
Historical information
An Act to implement the Canada-Israel Free Trade Agreement
Bill type
House Government Bill
Current status
Royal assent received
Found in bill text:
[...] SUMMARY This enactment implements the Free Trade Agreement between Canada and Israel (the Agreement), signed by the Minister for International Trade at Toronto on July 31, 1996.
[...] This Act may be cited as the Canada-Israel Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act.
[...] The Minister for International Trade is the principal representative of Canada on the Commission.
[...] Canadian International Trade Tribunal Act 16.
[...] Canadian International Trade Tribunal Act 28-40.

House bill C-46

35th Parliament, 1st session
January 17, 1994 to February 2, 1996
Historical information
An Act to establish the Department of Industry and to amend and repeal certain other Acts
Bill type
House Government Bill
Current status
Royal assent received
Found in bill text:
[...] PART I POWERS, DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS OF THE MINISTER Powers, duties and functions 4. (1) The powers, duties and functions of the Minister extend to and include all matters over which Parliament has jurisdiction, not by law assigned to any other department, board or agency of the Government of Canada, relating to (a) industry and technology in Canada; (b) trade and commerce in Canada; (c) science in Canada; (d) consumer affairs; (e) corporations and corporate securities; (f) competition and restraint of trade, including mergers and monopolies; (g) bankruptcy and insolvency; (h) patents, copyrights, trade-marks, industrial designs and integrated circuit topographies; (i) standards of identity, packaging and performance in relation to consumer products and services, except in relation to the safety of consumer goods; (j) legal metrology; (k) telecommunications, except in relation to (i) the planning and coordination of telecommunication services for departments, boards and agencies
[...] The definition ``appropriate minister'' in subsection 13(21) of the Income Tax Act is replaced by the following: ``appropriate minister'' « ministre compétent » ``appropriate minister'' means the Canadian Maritime Commission, the Minister of Industry, Trade and Commerce, the Minister of Regional Industrial Expansion, the Minister of Industry, Science and Technology or the Minister of Industry or any other minister or body that was or is legally authorized to perform the act referred to in the provision in which this expression occurs at the time the act was or is performed; R.S., c. 28 (1st Supp.)
[...] References to Deputy Minister (2) Subsection 63(1) of the Trade-marks Act is amended by replacing the expression ``Deputy Minister of Consumer and Corporate Affairs'' with the expression ``Deputy Minister of Industry''.
[...] The National Trade-mark and True Labelling Act is repealed.
[...] National Trade-mark and True Labelling Act 66.

House bill C-425

39th Parliament, 2nd session
October 16, 2007 to September 7, 2008
Historical information
An Act to amend the Competition Act and the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999 (right to repair)
Bill type
Private Member’s Bill
Sponsor
Brian Masse
Current status
Outside the Order of Precedence
Latest activity
Reinstated from previous session on October 16, 2007 (House of Commons)
Found in bill text:
[...] trade terms” « conditions de commerce » “trade terms” means terms in respect of payment, units of purchase and reasonable technical and servicing requirements. 1999, c. 33 CANADIAN ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ACT, 1999 2.
[...] Protection of trade secrets (5) Nothing in this section is deemed to require the disclosure of trade secrets or the public disclosure of any information related exclusively to the design and manufacture of motor vehicle parts.

House bill C-326

38th Parliament, 1st session
October 4, 2004 to November 29, 2005
Historical information
An Act to amend the Canada-Israel Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act
Bill type
Private Member’s Bill
Sponsor
Pierre A. Paquette
Current status
Outside the Order of Precedence
Latest activity
Introduction and first reading on February 9, 2005 (House of Commons)
Found in bill text:
[...] C-326 First Session, Thirty-eighth Parliament, 53-54 Elizabeth II, 2004-2005  C-326 Première session, trente-huitième législature, 53-54 Elizabeth II, 2004-2005 house of Commons OF CANADA   chambre des communes DU CANADA BILL C-326   PROJET DE LOI C-326 An Act to amend the Canada-Israel Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act   Loi modifiant la Loi de mise en oeuvre de l’Accord de libre-échange Canada — Israël First reading, February 9, 2005   Première lecture le 9 février 2005   Summary Sommaire This enactment provides that Canada must undertake consultations with the Government of the State of Israel for the purpose of having the Canada-Israel Free Trade Agreement amended so that goods originating in settlements under Israeli administration will be subject to the full rate of customs duties rather than entitled to the preferential tariff treatment accorded by the Agreement.
[...] Le texte prévoit que le Canada doit entreprendre des consultations avec le gouvernement de l’État d’Israël en vue de faire modifier l’Accord de libre-échange Canada — Israël afin que les produits originaires des colonies de peuplement sous administration israélienne soient assujettis au plein taux des droits de douane au lieu de bénéficier du traitement tarifaire préférentiel institué par l’Accord.   1st Session, 38th Parliament, 53-54 Elizabeth II, 2004-2005 House of Commons of Canada Bill C-326   1re session, 38e législature, 53-54 Elizabeth II, 2004-2005 Chambre des communes du Canada Projet de loi C-326       An Act to amend the Canada-Israel Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act   Loi modifiant la Loi de mise en oeuvre de l’Accord de libre-échange Canada — Israël     Preamble 1996, c. 33 Whereas the Government of Canada and the Government of the State of Israel entered into a Free Trade Agreement that came into force on January 1, 1997; Whereas the
[...] Canada-Israel Free Trade Agreement provides that neither Party may increase any existing customs duty, or adopt any customs duty, or any charge of equivalent effect on an originating good; Whereas in Europe goods originating from Israeli settlements in the West Bank, the Gaza Strip, East Jerusalem and the Golan Heights may become subject to the full rate of customs duties rather than duties at the preferential tariff treatment accorded by the European Union-Israel Association Agreement; And Whereas it is desirable that Canada adopt measures similar to those taken by the European Union; Now, Therefore, Her Majesty, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate and House of Commons of Canada, enacts as follows:   Attendu : que le gouvernement du Canada et le gouvernement de l’État d’Israël ont conclu un accord de libre-échange qui est entré en vigueur le 1er janvier 1997; que l’Accord de libre-échange Canada —Israël prévoit qu’aucune des parties ne peut augmenter un
[...] Subsection 2(1) of the Canada-Israel Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act is amended by adding the following in alphabetical order: “settlements” means the settlements under Israeli administration since 1967 in the West Bank, the Gaza Strip, East Jerusalem and the Golan Heights.   1.

House bill C-308

37th Parliament, 3rd session
February 2, 2004 to May 23, 2004
Historical information
An Act to amend the Canada-Israel Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act
Bill type
Private Member’s Bill
Sponsor
Pierre A. Paquette
Current status
Outside the Order of Precedence
Latest activity
Reinstated from previous session on February 2, 2004 (House of Commons)
Found in bill text:
[...] C-308 Second Session, Thirty-seventh Parliament, 51 Elizabeth II, 2002  C-308 Deuxième session, trente-septième législature, 51 Elizabeth II, 2002 house of Commons OF CANADA   chambre des communes DU CANADA BILL C-308   PROJET DE LOI C-308 An Act to amend the Canada-Israel Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act   Loi modifiant la Loi de mise en oeuvre de l’Accord de libre-échange Canada — Israël First reading, November 20, 2002   Première lecture le 20 novembre 2002           Summary Sommaire This enactment provides that Canada will undertake consultations with the Government of the State of Israel for the purpose of having the Canada-Israel Free Trade Agreement amended so that goods originating from settlements under Israeli administration will be subject to the full rate of customs duties rather than duties at the preferential tariff treatment accorded by the Agreement.
[...] Le texte prévoit que le Canada doit entreprendre des consultations avec le gouvernement de l’État d’Israël en vue de faire modifier l’Accord de libre-échange Canada — Israël pour faire en sorte que les produits originaires des colonies de peuplement sous administration israélienne soient assujettis au plein taux des droits plutôt qu’au taux du régime tarifaire préférentiel institué par cet Accord.   2nd Session, 37th Parliament, 51 Elizabeth II, 2002 House of Commons of Canada Bill C-308   2e session, 37e législature, 51 Elizabeth II, 2002 Chambre des communes du Canada Projet de loi C-308       An Act to amend the Canada-Israel Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act   Loi modifiant la Loi de mise en oeuvre de l’Accord de libre-échange Canada — Israël     Preamble                                   1996, c. 33 Whereas the Government of Canada and the Government of the State of Israel entered into a Free Trade Agreement that came into force
[...] on January 1, 1997; Whereas the Canada-Israel Free Trade Agreement provides that neither Party may increase any existing customs duty, or adopt any customs duty, or any charge of equivalent effect on an originating good; Whereas in Europe goods originating from Israeli settlements in the West Bank, the Gaza Strip, East Jerusalem and the Golan Heights may become subject to the full rate of customs duties rather than duties at the preferential tariff treatment accorded by the European Union-Israel Association Agreements; And Whereas it is desirable that Canada adopt measures similar to those taken by the European Union; Now, Therefore, Her Majesty, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate and House of Commons of Canada, enacts as follows:   Attendu : que le gouvernement du Canada et le gouvernement de l’État d’Israël ont conclu un accord de libre-échange qui est entré en vigueur le 1er janvier 1997; que l’Accord de libre-échange Canada —Israël prévoit qu’aucune
[...] Subsection 2(1) of the Canada-Israel Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act is amended by adding the following in alphabetical order: “settlements” means the settlements placed under Israeli administration since 1967 in the West Bank, the Gaza Strip, East Jerusalem and the Golan Heights.   1.

House bill C-299

37th Parliament, 3rd session
February 2, 2004 to May 23, 2004
Historical information
An Act to amend the Canadian International Trade Tribunal Act
Bill type
Private Member’s Bill
Sponsor
Hon. Lorne Nystrom
Current status
Outside the Order of Precedence
Latest activity
Reinstated from previous session on February 2, 2004 (House of Commons)
Found in bill text:
[...] Bill C-299 C-299 Second Session, Thirty-seventh Parliament, 51 Elizabeth II, 2002 HOUSE OF COMMONS OF CANADA BILL C-299 An Act to amend the Canadian International Trade Tribunal Act First reading, November 6, 2002 SUMMARY This enactment amends the Canadian International Trade Tribunal Act to provide for the appointment of a nominee of Canadian Labour organizations as one of the permanent members of the Tribunal. 2nd Session, 37th Parliament, 51 Elizabeth II, 2002 House of Commons of Canada BILL C-299 An Act to amend the Canadian International Trade Tribunal Act R.S., c. 47 (4th Supp.)
[...] Section 3 of the Canadian International Trade Tribunal Act is amended by adding the following after subsection (1): Nominee of Canadian labour organizations (1.1) In appointing the six other permanent members of the Tribunal, the Governor in Council shall consult with the representatives of Canadian labour organizations, including the Canadian Labour Congress, to ensure that at least one of those permanent members is a nominee of Canadian labour organizations.

House bill C-94

35th Parliament, 1st session
January 17, 1994 to February 2, 1996
Historical information
An Act to regulate interprovincial trade in and the importation for commercial purposes of certain manganese-based substances
Bill type
House Government Bill
Current status
At third reading in the House of Commons
Found in bill text:
[...] INTERPROVINCIAL TRADE AND IMPORTATION Prohibition 4.
[...] OFFENCES AND PUNISHMENT Interprovin- cial trade and importation 14.
[...] Binding on Her Majesty INTERPROVINCIAL TRADE AND IMPORTATION 4.
[...] Interprovincial trade and importation 10.
[...] Interprovincial trade and importation 15.
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