An Act to amend the Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development Act (supply management)
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At a glance
This bill amends the Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development Act to include provisions related to supply management. It aims to strengthen support mechanisms for supply-managed agricultural sectors in Canada.
Detailed summary
The primary objective of Bill C-202 is to amend the Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development Act to include specific provisions related to supply management. This initiative aims to ensure that the interests of supply-managed agricultural sectors are considered in Canada's trade and international development policies.
The main provisions of the bill include the integration of clauses that require the department to consider the impacts on supply management when negotiating international trade agreements. This may involve mandatory consultations with stakeholders in the affected sectors to ensure their interests are protected.
The amended legislation will be the Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development Act. This legislative change seeks to strengthen the existing framework for supply management within the context of international relations and trade.
Supply-managed agricultural sectors, such as dairy, poultry, and egg producers, are directly affected by this bill. The proposed amendments aim to provide increased protection for these industries by ensuring their specific needs are considered in Canada's trade policies.
Legislative progress
House of Commons
- First readingMay 29, 2025
- Second readingJun 5, 2025
- Consideration in committeeJun 5, 2025
- Report stageJun 5, 2025
- Third readingJun 5, 2025
Senate
- First readingJun 10, 2025
- Second readingJun 12, 2025
- Third readingJun 17, 2025
- Royal assentCompleted
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Official source: ourcommons.ca