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Canadian senate passes hate-crimes bill; bishops warn of threat to religious freedom
June 13, 2026
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CWN Editor's Note: In a 45-13 vote, the Canadian Senate approved the Combatting Hate Act, which removes an exemption in hate-crimes legislation for religious expression.
Canadian bishops previously warned that the bill threatens religious freedom.
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