Government Representative Office in the Senate

Senators are getting a head-start on their study of Bill C-9, pandemic-relief legislation that supports Canadian businesses. Find out more about the pre-study: https://senate-gro.ca/news/c9-prestudy/

Senators agreed to begin studying Bill C-7 on medical assistance in dying even as it is still before the House of Commons. Find out more about the pre-study: https://senate-gro.ca/news/prestudy-c7/

"I offer my heartfelt condolences to the families and friends of those who died in the senseless attacks in Quebec City on Halloween night. And to those who were injured in this nightmare, my prayers are with you as you recover," Senator Marc Gold said in a statement in the Senate today.

Hybrid sittings will help ensure Senators can fully participate in proceedings even if they are unable to travel across this vast country during the second wave of the pandemic. https://senate-gro.ca/news/hybrid-sitting/

The Senate recognized the urgency of the emergency bills, created to help ensure Canadians receive the support they need amid widespread shutdowns and related job losses.