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Bill Detail
An Act to amend the Criminal Code (theft of property of cultural or religious significance)
BillC-290
Session45-1
StageOutside Order of Precedence
Introduced2026-06-17
Proposed byGarnett Genuis
This enactment amends the Criminal Code to create a separate offence in respect of the theft and possession of property that is of cultural or religious significance.
✦ AI Summary
Bill C-290 proposes to create new criminal offences specifically for the theft and possession of property that holds cultural or religious significance. Currently, such acts are covered under general theft provisions. This bill aims to recognize the unique harm caused by the theft of these special items by establishing distinct penalties for them.
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Legislative Timeline
2026-06-17
First reading
✦ AIBill proposes new offences for theft of cultural or religious property.
Current
Outside Order of Precedence