QSA's Week in Social Issues (#9, 2024)
Senate discusses Bill C-71; Accessibility standards released; National School Food Program expands; Indigenous gaming potential explored; Disability inclusion in Africa highlighted.
Start Date: 2024-11-30
End Date: 2024-12-06
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Senate Committee Discusses Bill C-71 and Citizenship Issues
The Senate Standing Committee on Social Affairs, Science and Technology, chaired by Senator Rosemary Moodie, discussed Bill C-71, which aims to amend the Citizenship Act to address issues for "Lost Canadians," particularly those born abroad who lost citizenship before 2009. Minister Marc Miller outlined the bill's objectives, including restoring citizenship and addressing legal rulings on the first-generation limit. The bill introduces a connection test and a simplified process for renouncing citizenship. Concerns about gender bias and Indigenous citizenship were raised. The bill's enactment date remains pending, as the government seeks a court extension to meet a deadline.
Sources: ['Transcripts: senparlvu.parl.gc.ca']
