Christian Heritage Month Act

Bill S-249, introduced in the Senate by Senator Housakos, would officially designate the month of December each year as "Christian Heritage Month" across Canada.

The bill's preamble explains the reasoning behind this designation, noting that December includes significant events in the Christian calendar, such as Advent and the celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ. It also states that Christianity has influenced values like compassion, justice, and service in Canada, and that Christian communities have contributed to the country's growth and history.

In practical terms, the bill is largely symbolic. It does not create any new programs, funding, legal rights, or obligations. It simply gives official recognition to December as a month associated with Christian heritage, similar to other commemorative months or days recognized in Canadian law.

This bill designates December of each year as "Christian Heritage Month" but creates no new powers, bodies, or duties.