An Act to amend the Criminal Code (mischief)

This bill was last introduced in the 42nd Parliament, 1st Session, which ended in September 2019.

Sponsor

Chandra Arya  Liberal

Introduced as a private member’s bill.

Status

This bill has received Royal Assent and is now law.

Summary

This is from the published bill. The Library of Parliament often publishes better independent summaries.

This enactment amends the Criminal Code to add to the offence of mischief relating to religious property the act of mischief in relation to property that is used for educational purposes, for administrative, social, cultural or sports activities or events or as a residence for seniors.

Elsewhere

All sorts of information on this bill is available at LEGISinfo, an excellent resource from the Library of Parliament. You can also read the full text of the bill.

Votes

May 10, 2017 Passed That the Bill be now read a third time and do pass.
Feb. 8, 2017 Passed That the Bill be now read a second time and referred to the Standing Committee on Justice and Human Rights.

Justice and Human Rights Committee, on Feb. 16, 2017

    Justice and Human Rights Committee, on Feb. 21, 2017

    • Michael Mostyn, Chief Executive Officer, B'nai Brith Canada
    • Richard Marceau, General Counsel and Senior Political Advisor, Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs
    • Kristopher Wells, Assistant Professor and Faculty Director, Institute for Sexual Minority Studies and Services, University of Alberta, As an Individual
    • Mickey Wilson, Executive Director, Pride Centre of Edmonton

    Justice and Human Rights Committee, on Feb. 23, 2017

    Justice and Human Rights Committee, on March 9, 2017

    • Glenn Gilmour, Counsel, Criminal Law Policy Section, Department of Justice