Justice minister says federal government could not go much further on bail reform
The new bill responds to the calls of police associations and premiers across the country, who have urged Ottawa to introduce reform — especially after the killings of several police officers in recent months.
The Canadian Civil Liberties Association said, "We believe that every person in Canada deserves to feel safe in their community but this bill will not accomplish that. It is possible to protect the right to reasonable bail and ensure public safety. The federal government can and must do better than Bill C-48.
The bill has been harshly criticized by the leader of the Official Opposition, who argues it does not go far enough and will not address the safety concerns of Canadians.
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