Welcome, we are the Progressive Senators

The Progressives are a parliamentary group of like-minded Senators, united by a common set of views and a philosophy grounded in the values of liberty and equality.

We invite you to explore our website to find out about the important issues being debated and studied, and to learn more about the role of Senators and the Senate. We encourage you to share your ideas and opinions so that we may engage one another on issues that matter most to Canadians.

Meet a Progressive Senator

The Hon. Peter Harder

Ontario
Peter Harder entered the Upper Chamber in April 2016, as the first Independent Senator appointed under a new non-partisan selection process that invites all eligible Canadians to submit applications. He arrived in the Senate with nearly 30 years of experience…

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Meet the Senators

Each Senator brings to Parliament a wealth of professional and personal experience which contributes to this Chamber’s legislative role and offers regional representation to Canadians.

About the Progressives

Formed in 2019, the Progressive Senate Group aims to provide a balance to Parliament, ensuring legislation and important concerns facing Canadians get the attention they deserve.

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