Introduction of C-318

8 March 2023

Canada’s system of parental leave benefits provides critical financial support to parents, while they care for their new child.

Adoptive and intended parents are however at a disadvantage under the current parental benefit system.

Today, I introduced my private member’s bill, c-318, that proposes a new 15-week EI benefit for adoptive and intended parents to ensure greater parity in the parental benefits landscape.

All families are deserving of equal access to parental leave benefits.

Watch as I introduce my Private Member’s Bill, C-318 in the House of Commons: