S-223SenateSecond reading (Senate)

An Act to amend the Royal Canadian Mounted Police Act

Presented by: Hon. Mary Jane McCallum, sénatriceLegislature 45, Session 1Type: Senate Public Bill

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At a glance

This bill seeks to amend the Royal Canadian Mounted Police Act. It proposes changes to the internal procedures and governance of the RCMP. The amendments aim to enhance transparency and accountability within the organization.

Detailed summary

Bill S-223 aims to amend the Royal Canadian Mounted Police Act to improve transparency and accountability within the RCMP. The proposed changes primarily address the internal procedures and governance of the organization.

Key provisions of the bill include enhanced oversight mechanisms for RCMP operations. It also proposes changes to how complaints against the RCMP are handled, emphasizing the independence and impartiality of investigations.

This bill amends the Royal Canadian Mounted Police Act, a key piece of legislation governing the RCMP's operations. The amendments seek to align RCMP practices with modern standards of governance and accountability.

The proposed changes will primarily affect RCMP members and the entities responsible for oversight and complaint management. They aim to bolster public confidence in RCMP operations by ensuring greater transparency and accountability.

Legislative progress

Senate

  1. First readingJun 3, 2025
  2. Second readingJun 11, 2026
  3. Consideration in committeeUpcoming
  4. Report stageUpcoming
  5. Third readingUpcoming

House of Commons

  1. First readingUpcoming
  2. Second readingUpcoming
  3. Consideration in committeeUpcoming
  4. Report stageUpcoming
  5. Third readingUpcoming
  1. Royal assentUpcoming

Recent debates

  1. Second reading in the Senate
  2. First reading in the Senate

Official source: ourcommons.ca

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