Canada · Legislation
Legislation and primary sources
Where to find the authoritative text of the law in Canada, and how to confirm it is still in force.
Sources of law, ranked
- Constitution Acts and the Charter
- Supreme; courts may strike down inconsistent law.
- Federal and provincial statutes
- Divided by subject under sections 91–92.
- Common law and the Civil Code of Québec
- Two private-law traditions operating side by side.
- Indigenous law and treaties
- Recognised and affirmed by section 35.
The legislative process
Three readings plus committee study in each chamber, then Royal Assent. Money bills must originate in the Commons.
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