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Bill 83, Christian Heritage Month Act, 2025

Blais, Stephen

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EXPLANATORY

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The

Bill proclaims the month of December in each year as Christian Heritage Month.

Bill 83 2025

Act to proclaim the month of December as Christian Heritage Month

Preamble

From

the earliest days before Confederation and the founding of Upper Canada,

Christian pioneers of various denominations have played a significant role in

shaping the cultural, social and artistic development of Ontario.

Today,

Ontario’s Christian community encompasses a rich diversity of backgrounds,

including Latin American, European, First Nations, African, Asian and Middle

Eastern heritage. This diverse community continues to strengthen Ontario’s

social, economic, political and cultural fabric, contributing to a province

that is welcoming, vibrant and inclusive of all faiths.

Designating

December as Christian Heritage Month in Ontario will provide all Ontarians, including

future generations, an opportunity to reflect upon, celebrate and learn about

the deep historical roots and enduring contributions of the vast Christian

community across our province. December is particularly appropriate as the

birth of the Christian Messiah, Jesus Christ, is celebrated annually at the end

of the month. Promoting this understanding will also foster greater interfaith

dialogue by encouraging mutual respect and shared knowledge.

His

Majesty, by and with the advice and consent of the Legislative Assembly of the

Province of Ontario, enacts as follows:

Christian

Heritage Month

The

month of December in each year is proclaimed as Christian Heritage Month.

Commencement

This Act comes into force on the day it receives Royal Assent.

Short

title

The

short title of this Act is the Christian Heritage

Month Act, 2025 .

Date Bill stage Event Outcome Committee

December 1, 2025

First Reading

Ordered for Second Reading

December 1, 2025

First Reading

Vote

Carried

First Reading

December 1, 2025

Carried

Ordered for Second Reading

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