Bill Detail
An Act to implement the Agreement between Canada, the United States of America and the United Mexican States
This enactment implements the Agreement between Canada, the United States of America and the United Mexican States, done at Buenos Aires on November 30, 2018.
The general provisions of the enactment set out rules of interpretation and specify that no recourse is to be taken on the basis of sections 9 to 19 or any order made under those sections, or on the basis of the provisions of the Agreement, without the consent of the Attorney General of Canada.
Part 1 approves the Agreement, provides for the payment by Canada of its share of the expenditures associated with the operation of the institutional and administrative aspects of the Agreement and gives the Governor in Council the power to make orders in accordance with the Agreement.
Part 2 amends certain Acts to bring them into conformity with Canada’s obligations under the Agreement.
Part 3 contains coordinating amendments and the coming into force provisions.
Bill C-100, also known as the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement Implementation Act, is designed to bring Canadian laws into alignment with a new trade agreement between Canada, the United States, and Mexico, signed in 2018. It aims to replace the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) and establish a clearer, more predictable framework for trade and investment within North America. The bill covers various aspects of trade, including customs procedures, technical barriers, and specific sectors like cultural industries.
This legislation will affect businesses, importers, exporters, and potentially consumers by shaping the rules governing trade between the three countries. It provides mechanisms for dispute resolution and ensures Canada can meet its obligations under the new agreement, while also preserving the right to regulate in areas like public welfare and cultural industries.
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Yes / No Ratio
How each party voted
| Party | Position | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bloc | Didn't vote | 0% | 0% |
| Conservative | No | 0% | 100% |
| Green | No | 0% | 100% |
| Liberal | Yes | 100% | 0% |
| NDP | No | 0% | 100% |