Have Your Say on Legal and Constitutional Issues Before the Senate
Official title: Examine and report on such issues as may arise from time to time relating to legal and constitutional matters generally
The Senate's Legal and Constitutional Affairs Committee examines bills and issues affecting Canadian law. Right now, they're studying budget provisions on family law, reviewing outdated statutes, examining correctional system reforms, and looking at age verification for online content. You can submit written briefs or watch public hearings.
Why This Matters
These studies shape laws that affect everyday life—from how family courts work to what protections exist online. The committee is hearing from experts on forced sterilization, prison conditions, and protecting kids from harmful content. Your input can influence how senators vote on these bills.
What Could Change
Bill S-228 could criminalize forced sterilization procedures. Bill S-205 may require age verification for adult websites. Budget provisions could change how family law tribunals operate. The Statutes Repeal Act review will determine which outdated laws get removed from the books.
Key Issues
- Should forced sterilization be criminalized under the Criminal Code?
- How should age verification work for adult content websites?
- What reforms are needed for the correctional system and Indigenous healing lodges?
- Which outdated federal statutes should be repealed?
How to Participate
- Submit a written brief to the committee at lcjc@sen.parl.gc.ca. Briefs can address any of the committee's current studies.
- Watch public hearings live or view recordings on SenParlVu to understand the issues being discussed.
- Review submitted briefs and documents to see what others have said.
Events
| Date | Event | Location | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 10, 2025 4:25 PM ET | Committee Meeting - Bill C-15 Budget Provisions | Virtual | View Details → (opens in new tab) |