Parliamentary process
Archived content
On August 28, 2019, the Impact Assessment Act, the Canadian Energy Regulator Act, and the Navigation Protection Act came into force. This archived Web page remains online for reference, research or recordkeeping purposes. This page will not be altered or updated.
The Government of Canada has delivered on its commitment to review environmental and regulatory processes and restore lost protections, putting in place better rules for major project reviews that protect our environment and communities, grow the economy, and advance reconciliation with Indigenous peoples.
Steps and committees
Senate Standing Committee on Energy, Environment and Natural Resources
Find the latest information from the Senate Standing Committee as the proposed legislation makes its way through the Senate.
House of Commons Standing Committee on Environment and Sustainable Development
Watch webcasts of Committee meetings, read meeting minutes and download the Committee's report. The proposed legislation passed in the House of Commons on June 20, 2018.