An Act to amend the Canada Elections Act
Updates the Canada Elections Act with changes recommended by the Chief Electoral Officer after the 2021 federal election. Adjustments to the voters' list, the special-ballot process, and the rules governing political-finance third parties; some changes were enacted ahead of the 2025 election cycle and others on a longer phase-in.
Status
Quick learn
Tweaks the Canada Elections Act based on recommendations from Elections Canada after the 2021 vote. Updates the voters' list mechanics, the rules for mail-in (special) ballots, and political-finance reporting by third parties.
Issues this bill touches
- Democratic Renewal & Electoral Reform
Adds two extra advance voting days, expands election-worker protections, and updates federal political-financing rules.
- Youth & Future Generations
Adds advance voting days and tightens federal political-financing rules, which affect first-time voter access.
Legislative history
- First reading
First reading in the House of Commons.
View source - Second reading
Second reading in the House of Commons.
View source - Introduced
Tabled in the originating chamber by the sponsor.
View source - In committee
Reviewed clause by clause by a standing committee; amendments possible.
View source
Sponsored by
Karina GouldLIBERALOfficial source
Read full text on Parliament of Canada