In response to the 1995 Quebec referendum vote, which came very close to approving separation, former prime minister Jean Chretien’s government tabled the Clarity Bill, C-20 on Dec. 13, 1999. The Clarity Act passed Parliament and became law on June 29, 2000.

The Clarity Act applies to all provinces considering separation from Canada. Under the legislation, two main conditions of any separation referendum must be approved by a vote in the Parliament of Canada.

Condition 1: A Clear Question

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