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Minutes of Proceedings

45th Parliament, 1st Session
Meeting 32
Tuesday, May 5, 2026, 11:01 a.m. to 1:03 p.m.
Televised
Presiding
Chris Bittle, Chair (Liberal)

Library of Parliament
• Andre Barnes, Analyst
• Laurence Brosseau, Analyst
The committee proceeded to the consideration of matters related to committee business.

It was agreed, — That the proposed budget in the amount of $1,500.00, for the study of the Main Estimates 2026-27, be adopted.

• Hon. Steven MacKinnon, P.C., M.P., Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons
Privy Council Office
• Cathy Hawara, Assistant Secretary to Cabinet, Machinery of Government and Democratic Institutions
• Rachel Pereira, Director, Democratic Institutions
Pursuant to the order of reference of Friday, April 24, 2026, the committee commenced consideration of Bill C-25, An Act to amend the Canada Elections Act and to enact An Act to change the names of certain electoral districts, 2026.

Cathy Hawara made a statement and, with Rachel Pereira, answered questions.

At 11:55 a.m., the meeting was suspended.

At 12:01 p.m., the meeting resumed.

The Minister made a statement and answered questions.

At 1:03 p.m., the committee adjourned to the call of the Chair.



Christine Holke
Clerk of the committee