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The EFC applies biblical principles to life in society, including law and public policy. We show how laws that reflect these principles – such as the sanctity of human life, care for the vulnerable and religious freedom – contribute to the public good.

The EFC often makes submissions on these issues to parliamentary committees and government bodies as well as occasionally to international bodies such as the United Nations.

(See also Outgoing Letters to legislators and cabinet ministers, and Court Cases for legal submissions.)

Submission to the UN's Universal Periodic Review (human rights in Canada 2023)

Every few years the UN reviews human rights in Canada. For 2023 we highlight protection of Canadians with disabilities, MAiD, sexual exploitation and freedom of religion.

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Bill C-230: Protection of Freedom of Conscience Act

Bill C-230 would have made it a criminal offence to coerce someone to participate in medical assistance in dying.

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Charitable status for pro-life organizations

The government aims to “make anti-abortion organizations ... ineligible for charitable status.” Learn more and take action.

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Bill C-4 to Ban Conversion Therapy

Bill C-4, the bill to ban conversion therapy, became law Jan. 7, 2022. The EFC is preparing an analysis of the bill’s impact.

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