3+ day, 2+ hour ago  (241+ words) On June 9, 2026, Bill S-249, "An Act respecting Christian Heritage Month" ("Bill S-249") was read in the Senate of Canada for the first time. The purpose of Bill S-249 is to annually designate the month of December as "Christian Heritage Month." Bill S-249 does not…...

5+ day, 19+ hour ago  (506+ words) law and religion, religious freedom, Advocacy, C-9, Bill C-9 Bill C-9, the Combatting Hate Act has passed into law. Following debate and amendment in the Senate, the House of Commons (House) reviewed the Senate's amendments and passed Bill C-9. It received Royal Assent on…...

1+ week, 2+ day ago  (272+ words) In case you're wondering, that duplication is intentional! This is indeed an update on an update. In April 2026, the federal government released its Spring Economic Update, Canada Strong for All (the "Update). Part of the Update pledged to modernize the…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (163+ words) law and religion, religious freedom, Advocacy, C-9 Bill C-9 has been sent to the Standing Senate Committee on Human Rights after ongoing debates during second reading. The debate focused on how Bill C-9 would operate in relation to existing laws, and how it…...

2+ mon, 1+ week ago  (176+ words) By demonstrating its commitment to integrity, accountability, and transparency through its compliance with the CCCC Standards of Accountability, Gateway Church " London (Gateway Church) has earned CCCC Accreditation. Gateway Church helps people take steps toward discovering and developing a relationship with…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago  (171+ words) On April 28, 2026, the Government of Canada (Government) released its Spring Economic Update, Canada Strong for All (the Update). The Update included a brief statement about changes affecting the charitable sector. "Modern Tax Rules for Charities What CCCC is Doing" It…...

2+ mon, 1+ week ago  (192+ words) April 13, 2026 marks the final week of trial in a landmark court case that will decide whether a religious healthcare institution can be compelled to provide euthanasia. As we have shared before, CCCC is participating in this case as an intervenor....

2+ week, 5+ day ago  (580+ words) law and religion, religious freedom, Advocacy, C-9, Bill C-9 The Senate passed Bill C-9, the Combatting Hate Act without making any amendments to address religious expression despite being urged to do so by lawyers, civil liberties organizations, and a diverse array of faith…...

2+ mon, 2+ day ago  (916+ words) law and religion, religious freedom, Advocacy, Bill C-9 UPDATED POST (MAY 1, 2026) " CONTINUED C-9 DEBATES IN SENATE DISCUSS GOOD FAITH RELIGIOUS DEFENCE During continued debates over Bill C-9 many Senators commented about how it could affect fundamental constitutionally protected rights. This shows that collective…...

1+ mon, 1+ week ago  (251+ words) On May 4, 2026, the Minister of Finance and National Revenue tabled a Notice of Ways and Means Motion (NWMM) proposing several changes to the Income Tax Act that would affect registered Canadian Charities. The purpose of a NWMM is to formally…...