S-226SenateSecond reading (Commons)

An Act respecting Jury Duty Appreciation Week

Presented by: Lucie Moncion, sénatriceLegislature 45, Session 1Type: Senate Public Bill

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At a glance

This bill aims to establish a Jury Duty Appreciation Week in Canada. It acknowledges the importance of jurors' roles in the judicial system and seeks to raise public awareness of their essential contributions.

Detailed summary

The main objective of this bill is to establish a Jury Duty Appreciation Week in Canada. This initiative aims to highlight the importance of jurors' roles in the Canadian judicial system and to encourage greater public recognition of their essential contributions.

The bill's key provisions include the official designation of a specific week each year to celebrate and appreciate juror service. This week would be marked by activities and events designed to raise public awareness about the importance of jury duty.

No existing laws are amended by this bill, as it is a new initiative aimed at promoting the recognition and appreciation of jurors.

The individuals primarily affected by this bill are the jurors themselves, as well as the general public, who would benefit from a better understanding of the crucial role jurors play in upholding justice.

Legislative progress

Senate

  1. First readingJun 5, 2025
  2. Second readingFeb 10, 2026
  3. Third readingFeb 10, 2026

House of Commons

  1. First readingMar 10, 2026
  2. Second readingIn progress
  3. Consideration in committeeUpcoming
  4. Report stageUpcoming
  5. Third readingUpcoming
  1. Royal assentUpcoming

Recent debates

  1. First reading in the House of Commons
  2. Third reading in the Senate
  3. First reading in the Senate

Official source: ourcommons.ca

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