Senate Study on Budget Bill C-15: Family Law and Labour Tribunal Changes
Official title: The subject matter of those elements contained in Divisions 30 and 31 of Part 5 of Bill C-15, An Act to implement certain provisions of the budget tabled in Parliament on November 4, 2025
The Senate's Legal and Constitutional Affairs Committee is examining two parts of the federal budget bill. Divisions 30 and 31 of Bill C-15 deal with family law and the Federal Public Sector Labour Relations and Employment Board. Witnesses from the Canadian Bar Association, family law groups, and government officials are testifying.
Why This Matters
Going through a divorce or custody dispute? These changes could affect how family courts handle your case. Work for the federal government? The labour tribunal changes might impact how workplace disputes get resolved.
What Could Change
Family law procedures in federal courts may be updated. The Federal Public Sector Labour Relations and Employment Board could see changes to how it operates. These provisions are part of the budget implementation bill, so they'll become law if the bill passes.
Key Issues
- What changes should be made to family law procedures?
- How should the Federal Public Sector Labour Relations and Employment Board be reformed?
How to Participate
- Review the committee's briefs and documents to understand what witnesses have submitted.
- Watch the committee hearings to see witness testimony on the bill.
- Contact the committee clerk at lcjc@sen.parl.gc.ca or call (343) 543-9851 to inquire about submitting a brief.
Events
| Date | Event | Location | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 10, 2025 4:25 PM ET | Committee Meeting on Bill C-15 | — | Register → (opens in new tab) |