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Bill S-245 In committee · Senate

National Blanket Ceremony Day Act

This bill would establish a National Blanket Ceremony Day in Canada to recognize and honour Indigenous peoples and promote understanding of the impacts of colonization.

GovernanceIdentityReconciliation

Sponsor · Hon. Mary Jane McCallum

What it means for you

Once a year, Canadians would be invited to participate in or learn about the Blanket Ceremony, a teaching tool used to help people understand the history of Indigenous land loss and colonial policies.

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Its path through Parliament

First reading
Mar 2026
Second reading
Nov 2026
Third reading
House of Commons
Royal Assent