Bill C-47, the Budget Implementation Act, 2023, No. 1, is a Canadian omnibus bill that received Royal Assent on June 22, 2023. It implements 2023 budget measures, including significantly expanded tax reporting, a new Canadian dental care plan, stricter sanctions, lowered criminal interest rates, and patent adjustments.
On June 22, 2023, Parliament passed Bill C-47, the Budget Implementation Act (BIA), which expands the Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institution's (OSFI's) mandate. These changes complement our existing purpose which is to contribute to public confidence in the Canadian financial system.
Canadian libel and defamation law
Limits on speech were incorporated in the criminal code in relation to treason, sedition, blasphemous and defamatory libel, disruption of religious worship, hate propaganda, spreading false news, public mischief, obscenity, indecency and other forms.
The Anti-terrorism Act, 2015 (French: Loi antiterroriste (2015)), introduced as, and referred to as Bill C-51, is an act of the Parliament of Canada passed by the Harper government that broadened the authority of Canadian government agencies to share information about individuals easily.
With Bill C-9, the federal government proposes to create three new offenses: a hate crime offense, an offense of willfully promoting hatred against an identifiable group, and an intimidation offense. Canada already has criminal offences in place to combat hate like mischief, intimidation, and harassment.
On December 15, 2025, the Government of Canada passed Bill C-3, An Act to amend the Citizenship Act. This legislation changes the first-generation limit to citizenship by descent. On this page, we explain what this change means, how to check if you're affected, and what you need to do before travelling to Canada.
Hate Crime
This includes any section of the public distinguished by colour, race, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or mental or physical disability. Example – A graffiti with hateful symbols or messages, or damage to property motivated by hate.
Boom years
Investors from the United Kingdom and the United States helped fuel the country's economic growth (from a postcard sent in 1907). The economy improved dramatically after 1896, and from that year until 1914, Canada had the world's fastest-growing economy.
The events "sent shockwaves" through Canadian politics, leading to calls for Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to resign. On January 6, 2025, amid a mounting caucus revolt, Trudeau announced his resignation as leader of the Liberal Party and as the prime minister, pending the selection of his successor.
legal rights – includes the right to life, liberty and security of the person and the right not to be deprived thereof except in accordance with the principles of fundamental justice; the right against arbitrary detention or imprisonment; the right to be presumed innocent until proven guilty according to law in a fair ...
The right to self-defense stands as one of the most profound differences between American and Canadian constitutional freedoms.
Freedom of expression is the right to speak, but also the right to hear. Informed political debate requires that this right be strongly protected, and it is only through free expression that individuals can take action to ensure that our governing institutions are held accountable.
Everyone has the following fundamental freedoms: (a) freedom of conscience and religion; (b) freedom of thought, belief, opinion and expression, including freedom of the press and other media of communication; (c) freedom of peaceful assembly; and (d) freedom of association.
Canada welcomes high levels of immigration primarily to fuel economic growth, address labor shortages, counter an aging population and low birth rates, and meet humanitarian goals, with immigrants filling crucial roles in the workforce and driving population expansion, though recent surges have strained housing and services, leading to increased public debate and some policy adjustments.
Military use of the airframe continued well into the 1960s as C-47s were used as close air support platforms carrying three gatling guns pointed out port side windows. As a testament to the design's durability, many DC-3 and C-47s are still in operation today, frequently in remote regions of the world.
To have a firearm in Canada, you must have a PAL . A PAL allows you to get and have a specified class, or classes, of firearms. You must meet the firearms-safety training requirements before you apply for a PAL .
For native-born Canadians, the United States is the primary destination, and the emigration rate varies substantially by ethnicity.
Canada's 90% rule helps non-residents and recent immigrants claim full federal tax credits (like the Basic Personal Amount) if 90% or more of their net worldwide income for the relevant tax year is from Canadian sources; otherwise, credits are prorated (reduced) based on their Canadian residency period, ensuring fairness for those who weren't residents all year.
In North Carolina, Trump reaffirmed his stance that Canada should become the 51st state, claiming that under an American-controlled Canada, Canadians would be offered lower taxes and better health coverage.
The economies of Canada and the United States are similar because both are developed countries. While both countries feature in the top ten economies in the world in 2022, the U.S. is the largest economy in the world, with US$24.8 trillion, with Canada ranking ninth at US$2.2 trillion.
Before becoming the country of Canada, the land was known by various names, including the Province of Canada (from 1841), British North America, and parts were called Upper Canada, Lower Canada, New France, or Quebec, while names like Borealia, Victorialand, and Tuponia were suggested before Confederation in 1867.
Canada has been ranked among the Top 3 least racist countries in the world, according to a combined analysis of World Population Review data, U.S. News racial equity scores, and findings from the EU Agency for Fundamental Rights. 🇨🇦🥉
Depending on the situation, the use of racist slurs may not be illegal under the Criminal Code of Canada. However, the person using them may subject themselves to an investigation under federal human rights legislation. The use of such terms is not tolerated in Canadian society.
Racism itself isn't always a crime, as free speech protects beliefs, but racist actions that violate civil rights or involve bias-motivated crimes (like assault, vandalism, or threats) are illegal and prosecuted as "hate crimes" or under civil rights statutes. While name-calling or distributing flyers might be offensive "bias incidents," they become criminal when combined with violence, threats, or tangible offenses against protected rights (employment, housing, public services).