C-210 — An Act to amend the Constitution Act, 1867 (oath of office)
Bill C-210 · Legislation · 10/28/2026, 5:47:19 AM
Bill summary
Based on the official bill text (First reading, June 16, 2025) — Parliament of Canada (LEGISinfo/DocumentViewer)
Status
- Bill C-210 received first reading in the House of Commons on June 16, 2025.
What it would do
- Constitution Act, 1867: Amend section 128 to allow senators and members of the House of Commons, before taking their seats, to choose the existing oath of allegiance, a new oath of office, or both.
- Add the new oath of office to the Act’s Fifth Schedule. It would have members promise to execute the powers and trusts of their office faithfully and to the best of their skill and knowledge.
- Interpretation: Provide that references to the Constitution Acts, 1867 to 1982 are deemed to include this Act.
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