Public Safety Minister Steven Blaney (Levis-Bellechasse, Que.) announced nine appointments and reappointments to the Parole Board of Canada (PBC). A list of appointments and reappointments are available online. Call 613-991-2924.
Public Safety Minister Steven Blaney (Levis-Bellechasse, Que.) issued a statement following the Supreme Court of Canada’s decision regarding the constitutionality of the security certificate regime, the exclusion of evidence and determination of reasonableness in the Harkat case, and the protection of the identity of CSIS sources.”The Government of Canada has just received the Supreme Court of Canada’s decision … Read more
Public Safety Minister Steven Blaney (Levis-Bellechasse, Que.), Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Minister Bernard Valcourt (Madawaska-Resitgouche, N.B.) and National Defence Minister Rob Nicholson (Niagara Falls, Ont.) issued a statement regarding the Province of Ontario’s request to the Government of Canada to assist in the evacuation of the First Nations community of Kashechewan, Ontario, which declared a state of … Read more
Public Safety Minister Steven Blaney (Levis-Bellechasse, Que.) issued a statement regarding injuries sustained by three members of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police while on duty in St. Paul, AB, on the night of May 9th, 2014: “This incident is yet another reminder of the dangers faced by members of our law enforcement community who work each day … Read more
Public Safety Minister Steven Blaney (Levis-Bellechasse, Que.) attended a National Day of Honour ceremony in in Shannon, Que. in recognition of the military mission in Afghanistan. These cross-country commemorations give all Canadians the opportunity to salute the fallen, honour the currently serving members and veterans, celebrate the strength of Canada’s remarkable military families and pay tribute to … Read more
Prescription drug abuse and misuse has become an issue of increasing concern in Canada, with impacts on public health and safety, and community well-being. Public Safety Minister Steven Blaney (Levis-Bellechasse, Que.), Health Minister Rona Ambrose (Edmonton-Spruce Grove, Alta.), and Conservative MP John Weston (West Vancouver-Sunshine Coast-Sea to Sky Country, B.C.), along with government representatives, law enforcement and public and … Read more
Public Safety Minister Steven Blaney (Levis-Bellechasse, Que.) launched the 19th annual Emergency Preparedness (EP) Week. The theme of this year’s event is “Know the Risks.” More information is available online. Call 613-991-2924.
Public Safety Minister Steven Blaney (Levis-Bellechasse, Que.) announced the Government of Canada’s launch of a comprehensive mental health action plan for federal offenders that is addressing their serious mental health needs. The action plan for federal offenders contains five pillars which are: timely assessment, effective management, sound intervention, ongoing training, and robust governance and oversight. The … Read more
Public Safety Minister Steven Blaney (Levis-Bellechasse, Que.) commended the Surete du Quebec and their partners including, Canada Border Services Agency, Royal Canadian Mounted Police and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Homeland Security Investigations, on their efforts in dismantling a significant cross-border contraband tobacco smuggling ring. Blaney said “[t]obacco smuggling contributes to the proliferation of organized crime … Read more
Public Safety Minister Steven Blaney (Levis-Bellechasse, Que.) announced that the Government of Canada has listed the International Relief Fund for the Afflicted and Needy-Canada (IRFAN-Canada) as a terrorist entity under the Criminal Code. IRFAN-Canada is a not for profit organization operating in Canada. Between 2005 and 2009, IRFAN-Canada transferred approximately $14.6 million worth of resources to … Read more
