Fall to usher in tougher crime bill
Ottawa expects a fall bill to tighten bail conditions and sentencing for crimes tied to organized crime human trafficking home invasions and car theft. Justice Minister Sean Fraser says reforms will at least match Liberal promises from the spring election and may expand after consultation. He notes regional crime trends and stresses deterrence and upstream prevention including housing and mental health.
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Skepticism Greeted New Federal Access to Information Review
Ottawa faces sharp doubts from transparency advocates as the Treasury Board launches a five year review of the Access to Information Act. Critics urge independent oversight, tighter timelines, and broader reforms beyond administration. The act scores 93 of 150 on the Right to Information index, leaving Canada ranked 53rd among 140 countries.
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