House of Commons Voting Analysis — Social Issues — Mar 9–13, 2026
During the March 9–13, 2026 sitting block, the House of Commons focused on legislative measures addressing hate crimes and the protection of religious and cultural spaces.
House of Commons sitting block Mar 9–13, 2026. Per-bill sections, sorted most-contested first.
1 bill
14.1% avg margin
1 close call (<20%)
1 bill went to a roll-call in this sitting block.
Most contested: Government Business No. 6 (Proceedings on Bill C-9, An Act to amend the Criminal (Passed, 14.1% margin).
During the March 9–13, 2026 sitting block, the House of Commons focused on legislative measures addressing hate crimes and the protection of religious and cultural spaces. The passage of Government Business No. 6, which advanced Bill C-9, signals a federal commitment to amending the Criminal Code to strengthen provisions against hate propaganda and hate-motivated offences. The debate highlighted concerns from various provinces regarding the adequacy of protections for minority communities and the role of law enforcement institutions in upholding these amendments. The vote outcome reflects ongoing national discussions about balancing public safety, freedom of expression, and the safeguarding of vulnerable groups.
Government Business No. 6 (Proceedings on Bill C-9, An Act to amend the Criminal Code (hate propaganda, hate crime and access to religious or cultural places))
Government Business No. 6 sets the terms for parliamentary debate on Bill C-9, which proposes amendments to the Criminal Code targeting hate propaganda, hate crimes, and access to religious or cultural sites. The bill aims to strengthen legal protections against hate-motivated offences and ensure safer access to places of worship and cultural gathering. This legislative move responds to recent incidents of hate crimes across several provinces and reflects ongoing federal efforts to address rising concerns about public safety and social cohesion.
DIV-84
No 3rd reading yet
Latest vote: Y 186 · N 140 · P 6
Latest gap 46 votes (14.1%)
Party split
Yea
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(Np) = MPs formally paired — sit out the tally
• marks parties with <75% internal cohesion
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