Independent Advisory Board for Senate Appointments

Assessment Criteria

Constitutional eligibility requirements and merit-based criteria for appointment to the Senate.

Profile

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About the Senate

Information about the role and composition of the Senate.

Questions and Answers

Answers to frequently asked questions including technical support.

Mandate and members

Learn more about the members of the Advisory Board and their Terms of Reference.

Forms and Templates

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Publications and more information

What we're doing

Latest News about Senate appointments

The Prime Minister announces the appointment of three senators
(November 21, 2022)

The Prime Minister announces the appointment of a senator
(November 10, 2022)

The Prime Minister announces the appointment of two Senators
(September 26, 2022)

Minister LeBlanc announces appointments to the Independent Advisory Board for Senate Appointments
(August 5, 2022)

Canadians encouraged to apply for Senate appointments
(March 23, 2022)