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Bill C-279 Not yet scheduled

An Act to repeal the Clarity Act

This bill would repeal the Clarity Act, a federal law that sets rules for how Canada would respond to a provincial referendum on separation — including requiring a 'clear majority' on a 'clear question' before Ottawa would negotiate.

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Sponsor · Christine Normandin

What it means for you

If passed, Quebec (or any province) could hold a referendum on independence under its own rules, without federal conditions on the question wording or vote threshold required before Canada would negotiate separation.

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Its path through Parliament

First reading
Jun 2026
Second reading
Third reading
Senate
Royal Assent