Denis Paradis on Quebec's Civil Code

In the House of Commons on November 26th, 1997. See this statement in context.

Quebec's Civil CodeOral Question Period

November 26th, 1997 / 2:55 p.m.

Liberal

Denis Paradis Liberal Brome—Missisquoi, QC

Mr. Speaker, the government is in the process of harmonizing its legislation with the provisions of Quebec's new Civil Code. Quebec is unique, not just for its language and its culture, but also for its legal tradition.

Can the Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs tell the House what Quebeckers and Canadians can expect from this important harmonization?

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