Bill S-219 explained in plain English
An Act respecting a National Ribbon Skirt Day
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Bill S-219 creates National Ribbon Skirt Day as an annual observance in Canada on January 4th.
Bill S-219 designates January 4th of each year as 'National Ribbon Skirt Day' across Canada. The bill establishes this date as a national observance without imposing specific obligations, penalties, or new programs.
- Designates January 4th as 'National Ribbon Skirt Day' in every year (Section 2).
- Provides the short title for the Act as 'National Ribbon Skirt Day Act' (Section 1).
- The bill does not specify any legal obligations, penalties, or additional requirements related to the observance of National Ribbon Skirt Day.
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Official textParliamentary Process
This artifact records the completion of the first reading of Bill S-219, An Act respecting a National Ribbon Skirt Day, in the Senate on November 24, 2021, and notes its eventual Royal Assent on December 15, 2022.
This artifact details the procedural steps for Bill S-219, An Act respecting a National Ribbon Skirt Day, in the Senate. It marks the bill's completion of its first reading on November 24, 2021. The record also shows the bill later received Royal Assent on December 15, 2022, becoming chapter 16 of the Statutes of Canada 2022. It also lists subsequent procedural stages like second reading, committee study, and third reading in both the Senate and House of Commons, and notes major speeches given during these stages. The bill was sponsored by Senator Mary Jane McCallum in the Senate and by MP Jenica Atwin in the House of Commons, with responses from MPs Marilène Gill and Jamie Schmale.
On November 24, 2021, Bill S-219, An Act respecting a National Ribbon Skirt Day, was introduced and received first reading in the Senate, alongside other procedural business and tributes.
On November 24, 2021, in the Senate, the Honourable Senator Mary Jane McCallum introduced Bill S-219, an Act respecting a National Ribbon Skirt Day. This introduction marked the first reading of the bill. The sitting also included tributes to the late Honourable Senator Judith Keating, and several other bills were introduced and read for the first time. Procedural motions were adopted, and various notices of motions and inquiries were presented. Discussions also occurred during Question Period on topics including support for farmers, international relations, and humanitarian aid.
The Senate completed its second reading of Bill S-219, An Act respecting a National Ribbon Skirt Day, on November 30, 2021, with a sponsor's speech, and the bill eventually received Royal Assent on December 15, 2022.
This record details the Senate's second reading of Bill S-219, An Act respecting a National Ribbon Skirt Day, which occurred on Tuesday, November 30, 2021. This stage involved a sponsor's speech by Senator Mary Jane McCallum. The bill later received Royal Assent on December 15, 2022, becoming chapter 16 of the Statutes of Canada 2022.
On November 30, 2021, the Senate sat, addressed various governmental and societal issues through senator statements and question period, and debated or adjourned debate on numerous bills and motions, including the introduction of Bill S-219, An Act respecting a National Ribbon Skirt Day.
On November 30, 2021, the Senate convened. The sitting included regular Senate business, including statements by senators on various topics, question period where senators asked the Government Representative questions on issues like inflation and flooding, and the consideration of various bills and motions. The Senate considered or adjourned debate on multiple bills, including those concerning national days, autism, pandemic observance, pornography restrictions, criminal records, women and gender equality, ribbon skirts, wood use in construction, food day, and international conferences. Specifically, the debate for Bill S-219, An Act respecting a National Ribbon Skirt Day, was initiated.
During the Senate's second reading debate on Bill S-219, senators discussed the establishment of a National Ribbon Skirt Day, hearing personal stories that highlighted its cultural significance for Indigenous peoples and the need for reconciliation.
This artifact is a record of the Senate debate on Bill S-219, "An Act respecting a National Ribbon Skirt Day," during its second reading stage on November 30, 2021. The bill aims to establish January 4th as National Ribbon Skirt Day. Senator Mary Jane McCallum, the sponsor, spoke in favour of the bill, sharing statements from Chief George Cote of Cote First Nation and Isabella Kulak, a 10-year-old student whose experience of being shamed for wearing a ribbon skirt to school sparked the initiative. The debate also included statements from Isabella's parents, Chris and Lana Kulak, highlighting the importance of the ribbon skirt as a symbol of Indigenous identity, strength, and resilience, and its connection to cultural survival and resistance against colonialism. The discussion emphasized the need for education, understanding, and reconciliation.
During a Senate sitting on December 9, 2021, senators engaged in routine proceedings, question period on various national and international issues, and debated and advanced multiple bills, including the National Ribbon Skirt Day Bill.
On December 9, 2021, the Senate of Canada convened for a sitting that included routine proceedings, question period, and the consideration of various bills. Key procedural activities included the adoption of committee reports, motions to affect committee membership, and the introduction of notices of inquiry. During Question Period, senators raised issues concerning home ownership, inflation, Canada-China relations, COVID-19 testing, medical assistance in dying, Afghan refugees, legal proceedings, CERB fraud, and international airline tragedies. The Senate also debated and advanced several bills at various stages, including the National Ribbon Skirt Day Bill, which moved to second reading and was referred to committee. The sitting concluded with adjournment motions.
The Senate committee's consideration of Bill S-219, concerning a National Ribbon Skirt Day, was completed on March 29, 2022.
This record indicates that Bill S-219, An Act respecting a National Ribbon Skirt Day, completed its "Consideration in committee" stage in the Senate on March 29, 2022. This stage involves a detailed examination of the bill by a committee of senators. The artifact does not contain details of the committee's discussions or decisions, only that the stage was completed.
The Senate's Standing Committee on Aboriginal Peoples presented its report on Bill S-219, An Act respecting a National Ribbon Skirt Day, indicating the bill would proceed without amendment.
On March 29, 2022, the Senate of Canada was in session. During Routine Proceedings, the Standing Senate Committee on Aboriginal Peoples presented its Second Report on Bill S-219, An Act respecting a National Ribbon Skirt Day. The committee reported the bill without amendment but with observations. The bill was then scheduled for third reading at the next sitting. Other Senate business included the presentation of committee reports, statements by senators on various topics, and debates on other bills and motions.
The Senate completed its third reading of Bill S-219, An Act respecting a National Ribbon Skirt Day, on May 10, 2022, before the bill ultimately received Royal Assent.
This artifact describes the completion of the Senate Third reading stage for Bill S-219, An Act respecting a National Ribbon Skirt Day, on May 10, 2022. The bill later received royal assent on December 15, 2022. The provided text outlines the progression of the bill through various stages in both the Senate and the House of Commons, including readings, committee considerations, and final agreement.
On April 5, 2022, the Senate convened for a sitting that included tributes, committee report presentations, question period on various government matters, and ongoing debates on multiple bills and motions, including the third reading debate on Bill S-219, An Act respecting a National Ribbon Skirt Day.
On April 5, 2022, the Senate of Canada met. The Senate's sitting included time for Senators' Statements, Routine Proceedings, Question Period, and Orders of the Day. During Senators' Statements, tributes were paid to the late Honourable Claudette Bradshaw, the victims of the Portapique shooting, and the Papal Apology was discussed. Routine Proceedings involved the presentation of various committee reports. Question Period saw senators asking questions on topics including the Canada Infrastructure Bank, Statistics Canada, carbon pricing, support for farmers, protection of Atlantic salmon, the Portapique shooting inquiry, police services, private investment, and support for veterans. The Orders of the Day included debates and adjournments on various bills and motions, including Bill S-219, An Act respecting a National Ribbon Skirt Day, which was at the third reading debate stage and adjourned.
During the Senate's third reading debate on Bill S-219, senators expressed support for establishing a National Ribbon Skirt Day, highlighting its cultural significance and role in reconciliation.
On April 26, 2022, the Senate continued the third reading debate on Bill S-219, An Act respecting a National Ribbon Skirt Day. Senators spoke in support of the bill, sharing personal reflections and stories about the cultural significance of ribbon skirts for Indigenous women and girls. The debate focused on the bill's aim to recognize January 4 as National Ribbon Skirt Day and its connection to reconciliation and cultural education. Following the debate on Bill S-219, the Senate adjourned.
On May 10, 2022, the Senate debated and passed Bill S-219 concerning National Ribbon Skirt Day, while also engaging in debates on other bills and various procedural matters.
This artifact is a record of the Senate sitting on May 10, 2022. The sitting included various procedural activities such as tabling reports, notices of motions, and question period. A significant portion of the sitting involved debates on several bills at different stages. Notably, Bill S-219, "An Act respecting a National Ribbon Skirt Day," reached its third reading and was passed. Other bills debated included Bill S-7 (Customs Act and Preclearance Act, 2016 amendment), Bill C-8 (Economic and Fiscal Update Implementation), Bill S-203 (Federal Framework on Autism Spectrum Disorder), Bill S-227 (Food Day in Canada), Bill S-201 (Canada Elections Act voting age amendment), Bill S-204 (Customs Tariff goods from Xinjiang amendment), and Bill S-215 (Financial stability of post-secondary institutions).
Bill S-219, An Act respecting a National Ribbon Skirt Day, underwent its first reading in the House of Commons on June 13, 2022, as a procedural step before becoming law.
This artifact records the first reading of Bill S-219 in the House of Commons on June 13, 2022. First reading is a procedural step where a bill is introduced and ordered to be printed, but no debate on its content typically occurs at this stage. The bill's full title is 'An Act respecting a National Ribbon Skirt Day'. It is noted that this bill eventually received royal assent on December 15, 2022.
This record of a House of Commons sitting on June 13, 2022, details debates on multiple bills but does not specifically record discussion pertaining to Bill S-219 at its first reading stage.
This document records the first reading debate in the House of Commons for Bill S-219, An Act respecting a National Ribbon Skirt Day. The debate focused on various other government orders and private members' business, with no specific discussion of Bill S-219 itself recorded in this particular excerpt.
The House of Commons completed its second reading of Bill S-219, An Act respecting a National Ribbon Skirt Day, on November 24, 2022, agreeing to the bill and referring it to committee.
This record details the House of Commons' second reading of Bill S-219, An Act respecting a National Ribbon Skirt Day. The House of Commons considered and agreed to the bill at its second reading stage on November 24, 2022, and referred it to a committee. The bill had previously gone through first and second reading in the Senate.
On October 18, 2022, the House of Commons debated Bill S-219 concerning a National Ribbon Skirt Day, among other legislative items, with the bill progressing through its second reading stage.
This artifact is a record of a sitting of the House of Commons on October 18, 2022. It details proceedings related to several bills and motions, including Bill S-219, "An Act respecting a National Ribbon Skirt Day." The record includes debates, the presentation of petitions, and the voting on various government orders and private members' business. Notably, Bill S-219, concerning the establishment of a National Ribbon Skirt Day, was at its second reading stage in the House of Commons. The sitting also included debates on other significant legislative items such as the "Cost of Living Relief Act, No. 2" (Bill C-31) and the "Strengthening Environmental Protection for a Healthier Canada Act" (Bill S-5), along with oral questions on various government actions and policies.
During the second reading debate for Bill S-219, the sponsor's speech focused on the cultural significance of ribbon skirts as a symbol of Indigenous women's strength and resilience, and advocated for the bill as a step towards reconciliation.
This record details a speech given during the second reading debate of Bill S-219, An Act respecting a National Ribbon Skirt Day, in the House of Commons on October 18, 2022. The speech was delivered by a sponsor of the bill, highlighting the cultural significance of ribbon skirts for Indigenous women and girls in Canada. It also touched upon the history of residential schools and the ongoing need for reconciliation and education. The discussion emphasized the resilience, diversity, and power of Indigenous women and the importance of celebrating their contributions.
In the House of Commons on October 18, 2022, members debated Bill S-219, An Act respecting a National Ribbon Skirt Day, celebrating its cultural significance for Indigenous women and girls and its role in reconciliation.
This document records a debate in the House of Commons on October 18, 2022, regarding Bill S-219, An Act respecting a National Ribbon Skirt Day. The discussion focused on the symbolic importance of ribbon skirts for Indigenous women and girls, their cultural significance, and their role in celebrating Indigenous identity and resilience. The debate also touched upon historical injustices faced by Indigenous peoples, including the banning of cultural items and instances of discrimination, citing the story of Isabella Kulak as a recent example. Members from various parties expressed support for the bill and emphasized the importance of reconciliation, education, and celebrating Indigenous culture. Some members also highlighted the need for further action on issues such as violence against Indigenous women and girls and the Indian Act.
House of Commons members debated Bill S-219, highlighting the cultural significance of ribbon skirts as symbols of Indigenous resilience, identity, and the ongoing journey of reconciliation.
This artifact is a record of the House of Commons debate on Bill S-219, An Act respecting a National Ribbon Skirt Day. During the debate, members discussed the cultural significance of ribbon skirts, their symbolism for Indigenous women and girls, and how the proposed bill would honour these contributions. The discussion also touched upon the historical context of discrimination against Indigenous peoples and the importance of reconciliation.
House of Commons debates on October 18, 2022, featured discussions on Bill S-219 (National Ribbon Skirt Day), other government business, and various statements by members, reflecting on Indigenous culture, reconciliation, and national issues.
This document contains the House of Commons debates from October 18, 2022. Specifically, it includes discussions related to Bill S-219, An Act respecting a National Ribbon Skirt Day, as well as other government business and statements by members. The debate on Bill S-219 occurred during the second reading stage, where members from various parties discussed the bill's intent to establish a national day to recognize the cultural significance of ribbon skirts and to promote reconciliation with Indigenous peoples. The speeches highlighted the personal stories and cultural importance of ribbon skirts, as well as the broader context of Indigenous rights and reconciliation in Canada. The document also includes records of other proceedings in the House on that day, such as the presentation of petitions, statements by members on various topics, and debates on other government bills.
The House of Commons debated Bill S-219 to establish a National Ribbon Skirt Day, recognizing its cultural significance for Indigenous peoples and its role in reconciliation.
This artifact is a record of the House of Commons debate on Bill S-219, An Act respecting a National Ribbon Skirt Day, during its second reading stage. The debate focused on the significance of the ribbon skirt as a symbol of Indigenous identity, resilience, and cultural pride, and its connection to the ongoing struggle for justice for missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls. Several speakers shared personal testimonies and highlighted the historical context of the ribbon skirt and the need for reconciliation. The bill ultimately passed second reading and was referred to a committee.
The House of Commons completed its committee stage review of Bill S-219, An Act respecting a National Ribbon Skirt Day, on December 5, 2022.
On December 5, 2022, the House of Commons completed its consideration of Bill S-219, an Act respecting a National Ribbon Skirt Day, in committee. This stage of the legislative process involved reviewing the bill in detail.
On December 5, 2022, the House of Commons' committee report on Bill S-219, An Act respecting a National Ribbon Skirt Day, was presented and agreed to without debate.
This record details a sitting of the House of Commons on December 5, 2022. The primary procedural event related to Bill S-219, An Act respecting a National Ribbon Skirt Day, was the presentation of the committee report on the bill without amendments. The report was agreed to by the House without debate. The remainder of the sitting included various government orders, statements by members on diverse topics, and oral questions.
The House of Commons completed the Report stage and Third reading for Bill S-219 on December 9, 2022, before it received Royal Assent.
The House of Commons Report stage for Bill S-219, "An Act respecting a National Ribbon Skirt Day," was completed on December 9, 2022. This stage involved the consideration and acceptance of the bill following its review in committee. Subsequently, the bill proceeded to third reading on the same day.
During the House of Commons report stage debate on December 9, 2022, Members spoke in favour of Bill S-219, An Act respecting a National Ribbon Skirt Day, highlighting its importance for Indigenous identity and reconciliation, before it was passed.
This artifact is a record of a debate in the House of Commons on December 9, 2022, concerning Bill S-219, An Act respecting a National Ribbon Skirt Day. The debate occurred during the report stage of the bill. Members spoke about the significance of the ribbon skirt as a symbol of Indigenous identity, resilience, and healing, and how establishing a National Ribbon Skirt Day would contribute to reconciliation. The bill was ultimately passed at third reading and sent for Royal Assent. The record also includes debates on other matters, such as the Judges Act (Bill C-9), but the primary focus for this summary is Bill S-219.
The House of Commons completed the third reading of Bill S-219, an Act respecting a National Ribbon Skirt Day, on December 9, 2022, which was a completed procedural step before the bill received Royal Assent on December 15, 2022.
On December 9, 2022, the House of Commons completed the third reading stage for Bill S-219, an Act respecting a National Ribbon Skirt Day. This stage involved procedural agreement, and the bill subsequently moved forward.
The House of Commons debated and passed Bill S-219, An Act respecting a National Ribbon Skirt Day, on December 9, 2022, recognizing it as a step towards reconciliation and celebrating Indigenous identity.
On December 9, 2022, the House of Commons debated and passed Bill S-219, An Act respecting a National Ribbon Skirt Day. The debate included speeches from various Members of Parliament who shared personal reflections and highlighted the significance of the ribbon skirt as a symbol of Indigenous identity, resilience, and cultural survival. The bill was passed at its third reading, moving it forward in the legislative process. The discussions emphasized themes of reconciliation, inclusivity, and the importance of recognizing and celebrating Indigenous cultures.
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