Bill C-97 — Part 4, Division 16 – Changes to Canada’s Refugee Determination System May 15, 2019 The CBA urges the government to withdraw the proposed amendments to Canada's refugee determination system in Bill C-97, the budget implementation bill.
Official Languages (Communications with and Services to the Public) May 13, 2019 The CBA comments on revised regulations governing communications and services to the public in both official languages.
LGBTQ2 Health in Canada May 01, 2019 The CBA comments on LGBTQI2S health giving input on conversion therapies, access to medication, intersex surgeries, eligibility to donate blood and trans health challenges.
Bill C-92 — An Act Respecting First Nations, Inuit and Métis Children, Youth and Families April 30, 2019 The CBA says Bill C-92 is a first step toward reform of child welfare services for Indigenous communities but a federal funding commitment is essential.
Bill C-78, Divorce Act Amendments April 15, 2019 The CBA urges prompt passage of Divorce Act amendments (Bill C-78), noting that several CBA recommendations were addressed by changes in the House of Commons.
Bill C-91 — Indigenous Languages Act March 20, 2019 The CBA supports Bill C-91's goal of safeguarding Indigenous languages, and recommends an amendment to offer court remedies for violations of the rights it recognizes.
Bilingual Constitution of Canada February 15, 2019 The CBA urges the federal government to engage with the provinces and territories to make Canada’s Constitution officially bilingual, in compliance with section 55 of the Constitution Act, 1982.
Supreme Court Hearings Outside Ottawa February 04, 2019 The CBA supports a principled approach to occasional SCC sittings outside Ottawa and outlines several factors to consider.
Bill C-78 — Divorce Act amendments November 26, 2018 The CBA supports passage of the proposed amendments to the Divorce Act in Bill C-78, and suggests clarifications and improvements.