C-226House of CommonsSecond reading (Commons)

An Act to establish a national framework to improve food price transparency

Presented by: Gurbux Saini, députéLegislature 45, Session 1Type: Private Member’s Bill

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At a glance

The bill aims to establish a national framework to improve food price transparency. It seeks to make pricing clearer for consumers and promote fair competition in the food market.

Detailed summary

The primary objective of the bill is to establish a national framework to enhance food price transparency. This involves implementing measures to ensure that consumers have access to clear and accurate information about food product prices.

Key provisions of the bill include requiring retailers and producers to provide detailed pricing information, as well as establishing monitoring mechanisms to ensure that this information is accurate and accessible.

The bill may amend certain existing laws to incorporate these new transparency requirements, although specific details on which laws might be amended are not yet specified.

The main stakeholders affected by this bill include consumers, food retailers, producers, and regulatory bodies. The goal is to create a more equitable and transparent market environment for all parties involved.

Legislative progress

House of Commons

  1. First readingSep 18, 2025
  2. Second readingApr 22, 2026
  3. Consideration in committeeUpcoming
  4. Report stageUpcoming
  5. Third readingUpcoming

Senate

  1. First readingUpcoming
  2. Second readingUpcoming
  3. Third readingUpcoming
  1. Royal assentUpcoming

Recent debates

  1. Second reading in the House of Commons
  2. First reading in the House of Commons

Official source: ourcommons.ca

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