Legislation
LEGISLATION IN CANADA
The Canadian Constitution divides subject areas into the responsibility of the either the federal or the provincial government. For example, the federal government regulates criminal matters with the laws in the Criminal Code. Provincial law regulates driving on highways and roads with the Highway Traffic Act. In addition, cities and municipalities can enact by-laws if they are given the authority to do so by the province, which may cover local matters such as property zoning.
Laws of Canada
The Department of Justice provides access to all federal legislation and amendments approved by Parliament.
The Annotated Immigration and Refugee Protection ActCall Number: 342.71082 ANNOTATEDLegislation regulating immigration to Canada.
Canadian Master Labour GuideCall Number: 344.01 CANADIANA guide to employment, labour, and human rights laws across Canada.
Martin's Annual Criminal CodeCall Number: INFORMATION DESK REFERENCE 345.71 CANADAA volume outlining criminal offenses and procedures.
The Annotated Copyright ActCall Number: 346.710482 ANNOTATEDIncludes up to date legislation, case law, and commentary since the last edition.
Laws of Manitoba
The legal section (Manitoba Laws) of the Manitoba Government website provides access to provincial legislation and regulations.
Before a law comes into force, it is proposed as a bill. The status of current and past bills can be viewed online.
Laws of Manitoba Cities and Municipalities
The City of Winnipeg Charter is the provincial legislation that defines areas of civic jurisdiction.
City of Winnipeg By-laws are available online.