S-221 — National Bird of Canada Act
Bill S-221 · Legislation · 10/28/2026, 5:47:19 AM
Bill summary
Based on the official bill text (As passed by the Senate, June 11, 2026) — Parliament of Canada (LEGISinfo/DocumentViewer)
What the bill does
- Recognizes and declares the Canada jay (Perisoreus canadensis) as Canada’s national bird.
- Gives the Act the short title National Bird of Canada Act.
Context and effect
- The preamble describes the Canada jay as a year-round resident that breeds in every Canadian province and territory. It also notes its place in Canada’s cultural and natural history, including its association with First Peoples.
- The bill makes a national designation. It does not set out new powers, costs, deadlines, regulatory requirements or changes to other laws.
Status
- The supplied text states that the bill passed the Senate on June 11, 2026.
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