(1/2) Today, Minister Fraser met with Halton Regional Police Service Chief Tanner and Halton Region Paramedic Services Chief Sage. canada.ca/en/department-…
Min of Justice/Attorney General of Canada
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Min of Justice/Attorney General of Canada
@MinJusticeEn
Hon. Sean Fraser
⚖️Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada
(Run by @JusticeCanadaEn)
➡️Français : @MinJusticeFR
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Joined October 2015
- (2/2) They discussed the passage of the Bail and Sentencing Reform Act and the federal government’s recent criminal justice reforms to help combat crime and violence against on-duty first responders in the Halton Region.
- Today, Minister Fraser met with City of Vaughan Mayor Del Duca and York Regional Police Deputy Chief Hogan to discuss the federal government’s recent criminal justice reforms and how they will help combat crime in Vaughan and keep Canadians safe. ow.ly/4nvE50Zfuer
- Canada’s new government promised stricter bail laws and tougher sentencing laws. That promise is now law. We are strengthening the Criminal Code, supporting the front lines, and investing in long-term prevention.Canada’s sweeping bail and sentencing reforms are now law! Minister Fraser is in Brampton, ON to explain how these changes will address the rise in extortion, organized crime and auto thefts: canada.ca/en/department-…
- Victims and survivors called for stronger protections from intimate partner violence and gender-based violence. Those protections are now law.(1/3) Yesterday, the Protecting Victims Act received Royal Assent. It contains consequential reforms, including to the Criminal Code, to strengthen victims’ rights and protect kids. #C16
canada.caCanada makes femicide first-degree murder as all three major Criminal Code reforms become law“Victims and survivors called for stronger protections from intimate partner violence and gender-based violence. Those protections are now law,” said the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Justice... - As threats evolve, we will keep strengthening Canada’s laws, keep our kids safe from predators, and ensure those who exploit or abuse children face serious consequences.(1/3) Yesterday, the Protecting Victims Act received Royal Assent. It contains consequential reforms, including to the Criminal Code, to strengthen victims’ rights and protect kids. #C16canada.caCanada restores mandatory minimums to keep kids safe from predators“Predators prey on the most vulnerable among us, committing some of the most horrific crimes imaginable against children. Today, mandatory minimums have been restored to help keep criminals behind...
- (1/2) As hate continues to rise in Canada, communities have been calling for stronger protections against hate crimes. Those protections are now law.(1/4) The Combatting Hate Act received Royal Assent yesterday and will come into force on July 18, 2026. ow.ly/RM9r50ZeHa0 #C9(2/2) These changes will help people worship and gather safely in their own communities, while supporting law enforcement with clearer tools to respond.
- (1/2) Last week, the #CDNCharter Statement for the Appropriation Act No. 3, 2026-27 (Bill #C33), was tabled in Parliament (@HoCChamber). justice.gc.ca/eng/csj-sjc/pl… #CdnLaw #HoC(2/2) Charter Statements are required for each new government bill. They identify the potential effects of a bill on #CDNCharter rights and freedoms. #CDNLaw
- (1/2) Last week, the #CDNCharter Statement for the Appropriation Act No. 2, 2026-27 (Bill #C32), was tabled in Parliament (@HoCChamber). justice.gc.ca/eng/csj-sjc/pl… #CdnLaw #HoC(2/2) Charter Statements are required for each new government bill. They identify the potential effects of a bill on #CDNCharter rights and freedoms. #CDNLaw
- The #GC promised stricter bail laws and tougher sentencing laws. That promise is now law. With over 80 targeted changes to the Criminal Code, bail will be harder to get for repeat and violent offenders, and sentencing laws will be tougher for serious crimes.(1/2) Yesterday, the Bail and Sentencing Reform Act (#C14) received Royal Assent and will come into force on July 15, 2026. This legislation reflects the #GC promise to help make communities safer and increase trust in the criminal justice system. ow.ly/ThPA50ZcqiW
- (1/4) Today, the Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada announced the following judicial appointment in Saskatchewan.Replying to @MinJusticeEn(3/4) Justice Fyfe began his legal career as a Crown Prosecutor and later served for twenty-one years as Crown Counsel at the Constitutional Law Branch of the Saskatchewan Ministry of Justice and Attorney General.(4/4) Justice Fyfe was President of the Law Society of Saskatchewan at the time of his appointment and had served as a Bencher since 2022. He was designated King’s Counsel in 2022 and awarded the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal in 2023.
- National Public Service Week is a time to recognize the meaningful work of public servants from coast to coast to coast. Thank you to Justice Canada employees who show up every day with heart and dedication, helping build a better justice system for all. #NPSWJustice Canada employees bring expertise, integrity and compassion to serving Canadians every day. This National Public Service Week, we celebrate the important work you do to support and strengthen our justice system. #NPSW
- Police play a vital role in the youth criminal justice system – not only enforcing the law, but also working with partners to prevent crime and guiding young people toward safer paths. Nominate a police-led initiative by June 26, 2026: justice.gc.ca/eng/cj-jp/yj-j…🚨 Nominations for the 2026 Minister of Justice National Youth Justice Policing Award are open! Nominate a deserving police officer or innovative police-led initiative by June 26, 2026: ow.ly/FsnY50Z6eZ4
- Accessibility helps build a justice system that is fair, inclusive and responsive to the needs of all Canadians. #NationalAccessAbilityWeek underscores the importance of removing barriers to full and equal participation for persons with disabilities. #NAAW2026(1/2) Accessibility is key to a fair and inclusive justice system, helping ensure people with disabilities can access information, services and supports, and fully participate in society and the justice system. #NationalAccessAbilityWeek #NAAW2026 #AccessibleCanada
