Bill Detail

Bill C-228 proposed to require the Minister of Foreign Affairs to present treaties to Parliament for review before they are ratified. It aimed to ensure that Parliament, and by extension Canadians, had a say in major international agreements that could impact the country, such as those involving new laws, financial obligations, territorial changes, or significant economic shifts. The bill defined what constituted a 'major treaty' and outlined specific information that needed to be provided to Parliament, including explanatory memorandums and details on financial and legislative implications.