Research publications

The Library of Parliament’s research publications provide non-partisan, reliable and timely information and analysis on current and emerging issues, legislation and major public policy topics.

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HillNotes

Quick reads on topics of interest to parliamentarians

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HillStudies

In-depth reads on topics of interest to parliamentarians (formerly Background papers and In briefs)

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Legislative summaries

Concise analyses of certain bills before Parliament

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Trade and investment profiles

Fact sheets on Canada’s trade and investment relationship with selected countries and regions

Archived research publications are available in our catalogue.

  1. The Impact of the Helms-Burton Act on Canadian Companies Operating in Cuba

    HillNote
    The application of Title III had been suspended under the Clinton, Bush and Obama administrations. Following Pompeo’s announcement, three Canadian firms – the Bank of Nova Scotia, National Bank of Canada, and Teck Resources Limited – along with dozens of other multinational firms, found themselves facing civil actions in American courts.
    Civil suits
    Cuba
    Multinational corporations
    Statutes
    United States of America