An Act to amend the Criminal Code
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At a glance
Bill C-225 amends the Criminal Code to enhance protection for women against intimate partner violence. It introduces measures to better prevent and address such acts of violence. The bill aims to improve the safety of women in domestic violence situations.
Detailed summary
The main objective of Bill C-225 is to amend the Criminal Code to strengthen protection for women against intimate partner violence. It seeks to address current gaps in legislation regarding the prevention and prosecution of domestic violence.
Key provisions of the bill include introducing harsher penalties for perpetrators of intimate partner violence. It also proposes preventive measures such as awareness programs and victim support services. The bill includes a provision for more stringent monitoring of repeat offenders.
The Criminal Code is the primary law amended by this bill. The amendments aim to reinforce existing sections related to intimate partner violence and introduce new provisions specific to this type of violence.
The individuals primarily affected by this bill are women who are victims of intimate partner violence. Law enforcement agencies and the judicial system will also be impacted, as they will need to implement the new provisions and ensure better protection for victims.
Legislative progress
House of Commons
- First readingSep 18, 2025
- Second readingDec 3, 2025
- Consideration in committeeMar 12, 2026
- Report stageApr 13, 2026
- Third readingApr 27, 2026
Senate
- First readingApr 28, 2026
- Second readingJun 9, 2026
- Consideration in committeeJun 16, 2026
- Third readingJun 16, 2026
- Royal assentCompleted
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Official source: ourcommons.ca