Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness Minister Bill Blair (Scarborough-Southwest, Ont.) issued a statement: “We thank the Auditor General for her Spring 2020 report, containing a chapter that examined how effective the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has been in removing foreign nationals who have no legal right to remain in Canada […] In addition to improving … Read more
In response to a Request for Assistance from Quebec, Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) have been operating Augmented Civilian Care teams comprised of one senior medical authority, personal care workers, and support troops to long-term care facilities in the province since April 20, 2020. The situation in Quebec’s long-term care facilities has stabilized, and while the need … Read more
Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness Minister Bill Blair (Scarborough-Southwest, Ont.) announced the Government of Canada’s intention to provide up to $500,000 to five National Voluntary Organizations to develop pilot projects that will help reintegrate offenders under supervision at community-based residential facilities (halfway houses). These funds will support the Association des services de réhabilitation sociale du Québec, Canadian Association … Read more
Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness Minister Bill Blair (Scarborough-Southwest, Ont.) issued a statement: “As we learn more about the people who were killed in Nova Scotia this weekend, the harder it is to come to terms with the tragic events that stole at least 22 lives from us,” the statement read. “While the RCMP is yet … Read more
Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness Minister Bill Blair (Scarborough-Southwest, Ont.) issued the following statement: “Today is a truly heartbreaking day for all of Canada, and I know the people of Nova Scotia are especially shaken and looking for answers […] This devastating loss of life will not soon be forgotten by people in Portapique, and Canadians right … Read more
Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness Minister Bill Blair (Scarborough-Southwest, Ont.) issued a statement: “We have learned that an inmate from Mission Institution died at Abbotsford Regional Hospital as an apparent result of complications related to COVID-19. Our heartfelt condolences go out to the family of the deceased during this difficult time. We know the unique vulnerabilities facing … Read more
Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness Minister Bill Blair (Scarborough-Southwest, Ont.) has released the “Guidance on Essential Services and Functions in Canada During the COVID-19 Pandemic” to assist various jurisdictions and businesses in their decision-making around the types of employees considered essential throughout this health crisis. The guidance document provides a list of services and functions across Canada’s … Read more
Liberal MP Shaun Chen (Scarborough North, Ont.) on behalf of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness Minister Bill Blair (Scarborough-Southwest, Ont.), announced just over $1 million in funding for the PLUG Project. The project, implemented by the TAIBU Community Health Centre, is receiving funding under the National Crime Prevention Strategy’s Crime Prevention Action Fund. The PLUG Project aims to reduce … Read more
Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness Minister Bill Blair (Scarborough-Southwest, Ont.) spoke to Ontario Solicitor General Sylvia Jones to discuss ongoing work to end the rail blockade in Ontario and resume business along the rail line. Blair stressed the importance of finding a peaceful and lasting resolution to the blockade in Tyendinaga. He emphasized that the blockade is … Read more
Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness Minister Bill Blair (Scarborough-Southwest, Ont.) issued the following statement in response to the Office of the Correctional Investigator’s 2018-19 Annual Report: “This report raises many pressing and important concerns, including gaps in service and care for vulnerable populations and issues around workplace culture in federal institutions. The report puts forward sixteen concrete … Read more
