Public Safety Minister Vic Toews (Provencher, MB) issued a statement regarding the apprehension of an individual from the "Wanted by the Canadian Boarder Services Agency" list. Hours after Toews' update on January 20, 2012, regarding recent apprehensions and a removal, another individual was arrested. Steven Mark Nairn, following a tip from the public, was arrested … Read more
Public Safety Minister Vic Toews (Provencher, MB) made a statement on the death of Dave Brolin of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. Toews said the death of a member of the national police force is a sobering reminder of the sacrifices and bravery of the men and women who serve each day to keep Canadian … Read more
On behalf of Public Safety Minister Vic Toews (Provencher, MB), National Defence Minister Peter MacKay (Central Nova, NS) announced $30,000 in funding for emergency communications equipment for the Town of New Glasgow, NS, under the Joint Emergency Preparedness Program. Mackay said that by funding communications equipment for emergency responders in Pictou County, the government is ensuring … Read more
On behalf of Finance Minister Jim Flaherty (Whitby-Oshawa, ON), Public Safety Minister Vic Toews (Provencher, MB) and Conservative MP Joyce Bateman (Winnipeg South Centre, MB) took part in a pre-budget roundtable discussion in Toronto with business, academic and sectoral leaders from across the country. The event is part of a series of cross-Canada consultations on … Read more
Public Safety Minister Vic Toews (Provencher, MB) made a statement after meeting with U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano to discuss border security and trade. Toews said that Canada and the United States have long cooperated on trade and security measures at the border. Toews added that the Beyond the Border Action Plan announced the week of … Read more
Public Safety Minister Vic Toews (Provencher, MB) announced one full-time appointment and one part-time appointment to the Parole Board of Canada. Toews said that the government is committed to ensuring appointments to the Parole Board of Canada are based on merit and ability. Toews added that an independent decision-making tribunal plays a significant role in contributing … Read more
Public Safety Minister Vic Toews (Provencher, MB) announced a federal payment of over $800,000 in funding under the Disaster Financial Assistance Arrangements program for response and recovery costs incurred by the Province of Nova Scotia following Tropical Storm Noel in 2007. Toews said that this announcement demonstrates the government's commitment to helping Canadians and their communities … Read more
Public Safety Minister Vic Toews (Provencher, MB) issued a statement marking the conclusion of contract negotiations with provinces and territories currently served by the RCMP. Toews said that the proposed 2012-2032 Police Services Agreement, which will take effect on April 1, 2012, addresses the key issues raised during negotiations, including governance, accountability, program sustainability and cost … Read more
Public Safety Minister Vic Toews (Provencher, MB) reaffirmed the Government's commitment to combatting intellectual property crime. Toews was speaking at the Anti-counterfeiting Awareness Reception, organized by the Canadian Intellectual Property Council. Toews said copyright piracy and trademark counterfeiting result in significant financial losses to legitimate business and to government, and can threaten the safety of … Read more
Public Safety Minister Vic Toews (Provencher, MB) announced an advance payment of $50 million in federal support for the Province of Manitoba, under the Disaster Financial Assistance Arrangements program, for response and recovery costs incurred by the Province following the 2011 spring flood. The Government of Canada, through Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada, has … Read more
