FederalBill C-270Second Reading

Bill C-270: Stand on Guard Act

Sponsor: Sandra CobenaIntroduced March 12, 2026Last checked August 30, 2026

Read the official text on parl.caOfficial version — LEGISinfo, Parliament of Canada

What this bill does

This bill amends the Criminal Code to strengthen self-defence rights within dwelling-houses by creating legal presumptions that an unlawful intruder intends to use force, and that the use of force (including lethal force) against such an intruder constitutes a valid defence.

Plain-language summary by Legisail.

Business impact

This bill primarily affects individuals in their homes rather than businesses directly, but it could impact business owners who operate out of their residences (home-based businesses), as well as property owners, landlords, and security professionals across all provinces. For example, a person running a home-based shop or bed-and-breakfast could potentially invoke these expanded self-defence presumptions against unlawful intruders. Security companies and self-defence training providers may see increased demand. The bill does not distinguish by business size and is most relevant to anyone lawfully present in a dwelling-house facing an unlawful entry.

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Where this bill is

First ReadingMarch 12, 2026

Second ReadingApril 3, 2026

Next: Committee review

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