“Predators prey on the most vulnerable among us, committing some of the most horrific crimes imaginable against children. Yesterday, mandatory minimums were restored to help keep criminals behind bars and keep our kids safe. Those protections are now law,” said Justice Minister and Attorney General, and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency Sean Fraser … Read more
The Combatting Hate Act (Bill C-9) received Royal Assent yesterday, delivering on the Government of Canada’s commitment to strengthen protections for communities being made to feel afraid because of who they are, how they worship, or where they gather. The provisions will come into force on July 18, 2026. These stronger protections make it a … Read more
Justice Minister and Attorney General, and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency Sean Fraser (Central Nova, N.S.) announced a judicial appointment in the province of Saskatchewan: Richard J. Fyfe, K.C., Crown Counsel at the Ministry of Justice and Attorney General of Saskatchewan in Regina, is appointed a Judge of His Majesty’s Court of King’s … Read more
Justice Minister and Attorney General, and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency Sean Fraser (Central Nova, N.S.) announced a judicial appointment in the province of Ontario: Karen C. Perron is appointed a Judge of the Superior Court of Justice of Ontario in Ottawa. The full release is available online. Contact Jeremy.Bellefeuille@justice.gc.ca.
Justice Minister and Attorney General, and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency Sean Fraser (Central Nova, N.S.) announced a judicial appointment in the province of Quebec: Nicolas Moisan is appointed a Judge of the Superior Court of Quebec for the district of Québec. The full release is available online. Contact Jeremy.Bellefeuille@justice.gc.ca.
Justice Minister and Attorney General, and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency Sean Fraser (Central Nova, N.S.) highlighted approximately $50 million annually to support victims and survivors of crime across the country. To increase access to justice for victims and survivors in Ontario and to give them a more effective voice within the … Read more
During Victims and Survivors of Crime Week, Justice Minister and Attorney General, and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency Sean Fraser (Central Nova, N.S.) highlighted approximately $50 million annually to support victims and survivors of crime across the country. To increase access to justice for victims and survivors in British Columbia and to … Read more
Justice Minister and Attorney General, and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency Sean Fraser (Central Nova, N.S.) announced a judicial appointment in the province of Ontario: J.C. André Lehoux is appointed a Judge of the Superior Court of Justice of Ontario in Haileybury. The full release is available online. Contact Jeremy.Bellefeuille@justice.gc.ca. Justice Minister and … Read more
Justice Minister and Attorney General, and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency Sean Fraser (Central Nova, N.S.) announced a judicial appointment to the Federal Court: Giuseppina D’Agostino is appointed a Judge of the Federal Court. The full release is available online. Contact Jeremy.Bellefeuille@justice.gc.ca. Justice Minister and Attorney General, and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada … Read more
Minister of Health Marjorie Michel (Papineau, Que.) announced over $8.6 million in funding over two years (2025-2027), for 24 projects across various jurisdictions to develop services for Black youth, victims and survivors of crime, and individuals navigating the criminal justice system. This funding is part of the initial investments to establish Canada’s Black Justice Strategy. Funding is … Read more
