Bill C-9 Stalled in Parliament

“Major update on Bill C-9: the bill has officially stalled in Parliament.” “CBC reports that

Justice Minister Sean Fraser negotiated a deal with the Bloc Québécois without approval from the

Prime Minister’s Office.” “The Bloc says they assumed a sitting minister was speaking

for the government, and now believe the agreement was not backed by the PMO.”

“Catholic organizations, Muslim groups, Independent Jewish Voices, and civil-liberties

advocates have all raised serious concerns about the bill.” “Parliament cancelled justice committee

meetings last week. The bill is now stalled — but stalled does not mean cancelled.” “This pause happened

because Canadians spoke out respectfully and consistently. Public pressure is working.”