An Act to amend the Department of Industry Act (small businesses)
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At a glance
The bill amends the Department of Industry Act to include specific provisions aimed at supporting small businesses. It seeks to enhance support measures and improve access to resources for these businesses.
Detailed summary
Bill C-291 primarily aims to amend the Department of Industry Act to incorporate specific measures to support small businesses. This includes enhancing the services and resources available to these businesses, with the goal of promoting their growth and competitiveness.
The main provisions of the bill propose the creation of support programs tailored to the needs of small businesses. This could include initiatives to facilitate access to financing, management advice, and specialized training.
The Department of Industry Act would be amended to include these new provisions, which may involve adjustments in the ministry's priorities and allocated resources.
Small businesses across Canada would be directly affected by these changes, potentially benefiting from improved access to services and resources specifically dedicated to them.
Legislative progress
House of Commons
- First readingJun 17, 2026
- Second readingUpcoming
- Consideration in committeeUpcoming
- Report stageUpcoming
- Third readingUpcoming
Senate
- First readingUpcoming
- Second readingUpcoming
- Third readingUpcoming
- Royal assentUpcoming
Recent debates
Official source: ourcommons.ca