House Leader MacKinnon Says Liberals Prioritizing Affordability, Crime Bills as Parliament Returns The Liberal government plans to advance legislation focused on improving affordability and strengthening the criminal justice system upon Parliament’s return. Government House Leader Steven MacKinnon is seeking the Conservative Party’s support to pass several bills, including the extensive Budget Implementation Act (Bill C-15). This bill, which contains measures from the November 2025 Liberal budget, has previously faced opposition from the Conservatives and the Bloc Québécois.

• The Liberal government intends to introduce legislation to enhance Canadian affordability and bolster the criminal justice system.
• Government House Leader Steven MacKinnon is calling for Conservative Party support in the minority Parliament.
• Key legislation includes Bill C-15, the Budget Implementation Act, a large bill implementing measures from the November 2025 budget.
• The Conservatives and Bloc Québécois have previously opposed Bill C-15.