If Cabinet approves, the responsible Ministry issues drafting instructions to the Legislation Section of the Department of Justice. Draft bill is prepared in two official languages and approved by the responsible Minster. Draft bill is presented to Cabinet for approval. If approved it is ready to be introduced in Parliament. Bill is printed.
Members debate and vote on the principle of the bill.
The House may decide to refer the bill to a legislative, standing or a special committee, or to Committee of the Whole. Committee can summon witnesses and experts to provide it with information and help in improving the bill. House considers amendments and votes for or against them. Once bill has been read 3 times in the House, it is sent to the Senate for its consideration. The Governor General may assent to Bill in the Queen's name, withhold assent or reserve assent.