Canadian Armed Forces members who served in combat operations since the Korean War may finally receive formal wartime recognition under legislation introduced today in the Senate by ISG Senator Hassan Yussuff. Canada has not formally designated any military service as wartime since the Korean War, despite Canadian Armed Forces members serving in operations such as … Read more
On March 12,2026, ISG Senator Donna Dasko spoke at second reading to her Bill S-214, An Act to amend the Special Economic Measures Act (disposal of foreign state assets). The measures, if implemented, would allow Canada to seize the frozen assets of states whose illegal actions have breached international peace and security, created mass forced … Read more
ISG Senator Mary Coyle received a Clean50 Lifetime Achievement Award as part of the 2026 cohort. Coyle will meet with the other incoming Clean50 Honourees, on Oct. 15at the “Clean50 Summit 15.0” in Toronto, Ont., to exchange ideas and experiences, on tackling critical sustainability challenges facing Canada. “I am honoured to receive this prestigious award, and I thank Clean50 … Read more
On Oct. 2, ISG Senator Kim Pate moved the second reading of Bill S-207, An Act to amend the Criminal Records Act, which proposes that criminal records expire for people who have lived in the community for a number of years without further convictions. She said the reform would remove barriers to housing and jobs, reduce burdens on courts … Read more
Senator Pierre Dalphond announced that he will be joining the Independent Senators Group (ISG). “After careful consideration and numerous discussions with colleagues, I have decided to rejoin the Independent Senators Group because it best aligns with my priorities as a legislator and my expectations for affiliation. I look forward to working with a group that has strong … Read more