ManitobaBill 217First Reading
Bill 217: The Celebration of Philippine Independence Day Act (Commemoration of Days, Weeks and Months Act Amended)
Sponsor: MLA Dela CruzIntroduced March 18, 2026Checked September 4, 2026
Read the official textOfficial version — Legislative Assembly of Manitoba
What this bill does
This bill amends Manitoba's Commemoration of Days, Weeks and Months Act to officially designate June 12 of each year as Celebration of Philippine Independence Day throughout Manitoba.
Plain-language summary by Legisail — not legal advice.
Business impact
This bill has no direct regulatory or operational impact on businesses. It is a symbolic and commemorative measure recognizing the contributions of Filipino Manitobans. Businesses with Filipino staff or customers — particularly in health care, clothing manufacturing, academia, or the arts — may choose to mark the occasion, but there is no legal obligation to do so. No industry, employer size, or province-wide business practice is materially affected.
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Where this bill is
First ReadingMarch 18, 2026
Next: Second Reading debate
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- Bill number
- MB-217
- Type
- Private Member's Public
- Jurisdiction
- Manitoba
- Session
- 43-3