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dec 1, 1970 - Public Order (Temporary Measures) Act

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DECEMBER 01, 1970

Public Order (Temporary Measures) Act

An act “to provide temporary emergency powers for the preservation of public order in Canada” is passed in the House of Commons by a vote of 174–31. The act replaces the War Measures Act and will be in force until 30 April 1971.

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dec 1, 1970
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~ 54 years ago