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Government of Canada launches next phase of hate crime prevention program
December 15, 2011
The Honourable Vic Toews, Minister of Public Safety, and Joyce Bateman, Member of Parliament for Winnipeg South Centre, in Toronto to launch the next phase of the Security Infrastructure Program.
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The Honourable Vic Toews, Minister of Public Safety, and Joyce Bateman, Member of Parliament for Winnipeg South Centre, in Toronto to launch the next phase of the Security Infrastructure Program.
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Bob Paulson Officially Sworn in as the 23rd Commissioner of the RCMP
December 8, 2011
Incoming RCMP Commissioner Bob Paulson (left) and outgoing RCMP Commissioner William Elliott (right) pose with Canada's Public Safety Minister Vic Toews after signing the RCMP Change of Command documents on December 8, 2011 in Ottawa.
Sniffing Out Crime: Drug Detector Dogs Help Promote Drug-Free Correctional Institutions
November 28, 2011
The Honourable Vic Toews, Minister of Public Safety, attends a demonstration by drug detector dogs and their handlers at Stony Mountain Institution near Winnipeg, Manitoba on Monday November 28, 2011. The Minister observed first-hand how the Government is contributing to safer communities by reducing the flow of illicit drugs into Canada's federal correctional institutions.
Government of Canada assists Manitoba with 2011 unprecedented spring flood
November 21, 2011
Canada's Public Safety Minister, Vic Toews, accompanied by Manitoba's Infrastructure and Transportation Minister and Minister Responsible for Emergency Measures, Steve Ashton and Brandon's Mayor Shari Decter Hirst, announced $50 million for Manitoba's flood recovery, in Brandon, Manitoba on Monday, November 21, 2011.
PM announces the appointment of the next Commissioner of the RCMP
November 16, 2011
The Honourable Vic Toews, Canada's Minister of Public Safety, announced the appointment of Robert W. Paulson as the new Commissioner of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, in Ottawa on Wednesday, November 16, 2011.
Harper Government introduces the Ending the Long-Gun Registry Act
October 25, 2011
(Left to right) Parliamentary Secretary Candice Hoeppner, M.P. Pierre Poilievre, Minister Toews and Minister Bernier, announce the tabling of legislation to repeal the long gun registry in Richmond, Ontario on October 25, 2011.
The Honourable Vic Toews, Minister of Public Safety speaks at the official opening of the new Royal Canadian Mounted Police National Headquarters.
October 5, 2011
The Honourable Vic Toews, Minister of Public Safety speaks at the official opening of the new Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) National Headquarters in Ottawa, Ontario, on October 5th 2011. The M. J. Nadon Government of Canada Building is a state-of-the-art facility that will accommodate about 3,000 members and employees of the RCMP.
Government of Canada launches Cyber Security Awareness Month
October 3, 2011
The Honourable Vic Toews, Canada's Minister of Public Safety (centre right), signalled the start of Cyber Security Awareness Month and launched www.GetCyberSafe.gc.ca, the Government of Canada's national public awareness campaign on cyber security, in Ottawa on October 3rd 2011. He was accompanied by Lois Brown, M.P. (Newmarket—Aurora) and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of International Cooperation, Superintendent Tony Pickett, Director of the RCMP's Technological Crime Branch and Gary Cameron, VP of Networking and Security Solutions with Bell.
Public Safety Minister Vic Toews honours fallen police and peace officers during national memorial service
September 25, 2011
The Honourable Vic Toews, Minister of Public Safety, delivers remarks at the Canadian Police and Peace Officers' 34th Annual Memorial Service, on Parliament Hill in Ottawa on September 25th 2011. This year four fallen officers along with 47 historical officers were honoured during the memorial service.
Government of Canada Introduces the Safe Streets and Communities Act - Montreal
September 20, 2011
The Honourable Vic Toews, Minister of Public Safety and the Honourable Senator Pierre-Hugues Boisvenu, accompanied by speakers Line Lacasse (mother of Sébastien Lacasse), Pierre Veilleux (President, Association des policières et policiers provinciaux du Québec (APPQ)) and René Morin (Spokesperson, Canadian Centre for Child Protection), announced the Safe Streets and Communities Act, in Montreal on September 20th 2011. The comprehensive legislation targets crime and terrorism and provides support and protection to victims of crime.
9/11 Memorial Service, Beechwood Cemetery, Ottawa, Ontario
September 11, 2011
The Honourable Gordon O'Connor, Minister of State and Chief Government Whip, attends the Beechwood National Cemetery's 9/11 memorial service on September 11, 2011 in Ottawa.
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Minister Gordon O'Connor is shown laying a wreath during the 10th Anniversary Memorial Service held at the Beechwood National Memorial Cemetery on September 11, 2011.
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An RCMP Mounted Police is shown at the Beechwood National Memorial Cemetery, beside the monument in rememberance of the Canadians lost in the September 11th attacks during the 10th Anniversary Memorial Service held at the Beechwood National Memorial Cemetery on September 11, 2011.
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2011 Canadian Fallen Firefighters Memorial Ceremony, Parliament Hill, Ottawa, Ontario
September 11, 2011
The Honourable Julian Fantino, Associate Minister of National Defence delivers remarks at the Annual Canadian Fallen Firefighters Foundation Memorial Ceremony on September 11, 2011 on Parliament Hill in Ottawa.
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The Canadian Fallen Firefighters Mass Pipe and Drum Band stand in formation at the Canadian Firefighters Annual Memorial Ceremony on Parliament Hill in Ottawa on September 11, 2011.
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Friends, families and fellow firefighters attend the Canadian Firefighters Annual Memorial Ceremony on Parliament Hill in Ottawa on September 11, 2011.
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Ottawa Fire Department Band at the Canadian Firefighters Annual Memorial Ceremony on Parliament Hill in Ottawa on September 11, 2011.
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"Ringing of the Bell": A fire service tradition to express respect and honour to those who gave their lives in the line of duty,at the Canadian Firefighters Annual Memorial Ceremony on Parliament Hill in Ottawa on September 11, 2011.
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A moment of silence is observed during the Canadian Firefighters Annual Memorial Ceremony on Parliament Hill in Ottawa on September 11, 2011. The Firefighter's ceremonial bell and a piece of steel from the former World Trade Centre towers in New York, are also displayed.
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The Sudbury Firefighters Choir sing the Firefighter's Prayer "Bring Him Home" during the Canadian Firefighters Annual Memorial Ceremony on Parliament Hill in Ottawa on September 11, 2011.
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The Canadian Fallen Firefighters Mass Pipe and Drum Band perform a ceremonial March Past at the close of the Canadian Firefighters Annual Memorial Ceremony on Parliament Hill in Ottawa on September 11, 2011.
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Memorial to Commemorate the 10th Anniversary of the 9/11 Terrorist Attacks, National Arts Centre, Ottawa, Ontario
September 11, 2011
The Honourable John Baird, Canada's Foreign Affairs Minister, attends the National Arts Centre Concert of Hope and Remembrance in Ottawa on September 11, 2011.
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Conductor Peter Oundjian leads the National Arts Centre Orchestra through their performance of "Hope and Rememberance" to mark the 10th anniversary of the September 11th attacks on September 11th 2011 in Ottawa.
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Conductor Peter Oundjian leads the National Arts Centre Orchestra through their performance of "Hope and Rememberance" to mark the 10th anniversary of the September 11th attacks on September 11th 2011 in Ottawa.
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A Memorial to Commemorate the 10th Anniversary of the 9/11 Terrorist Attacks, Gander, NL
September 11, 2011
he Honourable Vic Toews, Canada's Minister of Public Safety, delivers remarks at the 9/11 memorial service in Gander, Newfoundland and Labrador, on September 11, 2011.
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The Honourable Peter Penashue, Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs and President of the Queen's Privy Council for Canada, attends the 9/11 memorial service in Gander, Newfoundland and Labrador, on September 11, 2011.
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Public Safety Minister Vic Toews reaffirms the Government of Canada's commitment to the global fight against human trafficking
August 30, 2011
Public Safety Minister, Vic Toews (centre), today reaffirmed the Government of Canada's commitment to the global fight against human trafficking. He made his comments at an event organized by Beyond Borders Inc. at a Body Shop store in Ottawa on Wednesday, August 30th, 2011. He was accompanied by Roz Prober, Co-Founder, Beyond Borders Inc. (left) and Bonnie MacDonald, General Manager for The Body Shop Canada.
Government of Canada and Province of Alberta announce Alberta's RCMP policing contract to be renewed
August 19, 2011
Public Safety Minister, Vic Toews (right) and Alberta Premier, Ed Stelmach, announced that the federal and provincial governments have reached an agreement to renew Alberta's RCMP policing contract for another 20 years. The announcement was made at an official signing ceremony in Edmonton on Friday, August 19, 2011.
Minister of Public Safety Vic Toews, announced the federal government's expansion of its "Wanted by the CBSA" list
August 18, 2011
Minister of Public Safety Vic Toews, announced the federal government's expansion of its "Wanted by the CBSA" list to include individuals who have failed to comply with the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA) and have criminal convictions in Canada, at a press conference in Toronto on August 18, 2011. Minister Toews was accompanied by Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Public Safety, Candice Hoeppner, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of National Defence, Chris Alexander and Luc Portelance, President of the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA).
Public Safety Minister, Vic Toews, joins RCMP officers for early-morning ride-along in Moncton
August 17, 2011
The Honourable Vic Toews, Canada's Minister of Public Safety, joined RCMP officers for an early-morning ride-along in Moncton, New Brunswick on Wednesday, August 17, 2011. This visit was one of several the Minister is making across Canada this summer, as he experiences first hand the important work law-enforcement officers do to make our communities safer."
Public Safety Minister Toews and U.S. Secretary Napolitano further discussions on border security and cross-border trade
August 15, 2011
Public Safety Minister, Vic Toews (centre left), and U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security, Janet Napolitano, are shown in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Monday, August 15, 2011, where they discussed cooperation between Canada and the U.S. on border security and cross-border trade. They are shown with Canadian Ambassador to the US, Gary Doer (far left) and US Ambassador to Canada, David Jacobson.
Minister Toews meets with the Canadian Trucking Alliance
August 9, 2011
The Honourable Vic Toews, Minister of Public Safety, meets with officials from the Canadian Trucking Alliance in Toronto on August 9, 2011, where he participated in a live broadcast to members, highlighting the Government's continuing actions to ensure a safe, secure and efficient border.
Government of Canada announces significant investment for emergency preparedness projects across Canada
August 4, 2011
Canada's Public Safety Minister Vic Toews announces national investment in emergency preparedness on visit to Vancouver's Urban Search and Rescue (CAN-TF1) on August 4, 2011
Public Safety Minister Toews concludes a successful visit to Germany and the Middle East
July 4, 2011
Public Safety Minister Vic Toews meets with the Prime Minister of Israel, Benjamin Netanyahu (right)
PM marks National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Terrorism
June 23, 2011
Prime Minister Stephen Harper accompanied by the Minister of Public Safety, Vic Toews (right), marked the seventh annual National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Terrorism in Lachine, QC, Thursday, June 23 2011, by launching the Kanishka Project and unveiling the fourth and final memorial for the victims of the Air India Flight 182 atrocity, which occurred 26 years ago.
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(L-R) Professor Mahesh Sharma, Prime Minister Stephen Harper, Dr. Bal Gupta, Mr. Prakash Sahu, Mr. Promode Sabharwal, Ms. Monique Castonguay and Minister of Public Safety, Vic Toews, marked the seventh annual National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Terrorism in Lachine, QC on June 23 2011, by launching the Kanishka Project and unveiling the fourth and final memorial for the victims of the Air India Flight 182 atrocity, which occurred 26 years ago
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Government of Canada takes action to prevent human smugglers from abusing Canada's immigration system
June 16, 2011
The Honourable Vic Toews, Canada's Minister of Public Safety (left), and the Honourable Jason Kenney, Minister of Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism, today re-introduced legislation to prevent human smugglers from abusing Canada's immigration system in Ottawa, June 16, 2011.
Minister Toews: New Technology to Increase Speed and Reliability of Vulnerable Sector Police Checks
May 25, 2011
Children's coaches, volunteers, child care workers and others who give their time to work with vulnerable individuals will now have access to faster, more accurate and more efficient police checks, announced the Honourable Vic Toews, Canada's Minister of Public Safety (left) on May 25, 2011 in Calgary, accompanied by RCMP Assistant Commissioner, Forensic Science and Identification Services, Peter Henschel (centre) and Calgary Police Chief, Rick Hanson.
Government of Canada partners with Alberta to train first responders
May 20, 2011
Leon Benoit, Member of Parliament for Vegreville-Wainwright (centre), on behalf of the Honourable Vic Toews, Canada's Minister of Public Safety, the Honourable Hector Goudreau (centre right), Minister of Municipal Affairs, Alberta, and Denis Cunninghame, Dean of Emergency Training at Lakeland College (right), congratulate graduates and instructors of the Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and Explosives (CBRNE) Intermediate Course at Lakeland College in Vermilion, Alberta, on May 20, 2011.
Harper Government's Abolition of Early Parole Act receives Royal Assent
March 24, 2011
The Honourable Senator Larry Smith (centre), on behalf of the Honourable Vic Toews, Canada's Minister of Public Safety, announces in Montreal, Thursday, March 24, 2011, that Bill C-59, the Abolition of Early Parole Act, received Royal Assent. Senator Smith is shown at the announcement with Janet Watson of the Mount Real victims group and Joel Davis of the Earl Jones Victims Organizing Committee.
Public Safety Minister Toews announces support for crime prevention in Manitoba
March 18, 2011
The Honourable Vic Toews, Canada's Minister of Public Safety (center right), accompanied by (left to right) David Sanderson, Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak, Chief Garrison Settee, Pimichikimak Cree Nation, and Robert Smith, Cross Lake Community Council, in Thompson, Manitoba on Friday March 18, 2011, announced over $3.1 million in support for four crime prevention projects that will help give at-risk youth in Manitoba the life skills they need to make smart choices and avoid criminal activities.
Minister Kent announces funding to protect communities targeted by hate crime in Ontario
March 18, 2011
The Honourable Peter Kent, Canada's Minister of Environment, on behalf of the Honourable Vic Toews, Canada's Public Safety Minister, announces $355,000 in federal support for security infrastructure improvements for 17 community organizations across Ontario in Thornhill on March 18, 2011.
Government of Canada announces further improvement to disaster financial assistance program and significant financial support to Manitoba for 2009 floods
March 17, 2011
Member of Parliament for Selkirk-Interlake, James Bezan, on behalf of the Honourable Vic Toews, Canada's Public Safety Minister, accompanied by Member of Parliament for Kildonan-St. Paul, Joy Smith (left), and Manitoba's Minister of Water Stewardship Christine Melnick (right), in Lockport, Manitoba, Thursday, March 17, 2011, announces a further improvement to the Disaster Financial Assistance Arrangements (DFAA) that eliminates unnecessary barriers and increases the effectiveness of the provinces and territories to enhance infrastructure such as roads and bridges where most needed. MP Bezan also announced $35 million in financial support from the Government of Canada for Manitoba's response and recovery costs related to the 2009 spring floods.
Public Safety Minister Toews announces support for crime prevention in Saskatchewan
March 15, 2011
The Honourable Vic Toews (centre), Minister of Public Safety, accompanied by Andrew Scheer (left), MP for Regina-Qu'Appelle, and Chief Sheldon Taypotat (right) of the Kahkewistahaw First Nation, in Regina, Tuesday, March 15, 2011, announces over $6.3 million in support for ten crime prevention projects helping at-risk youth in Saskatchewan make smart choices and avoid a life of crime.
Minister Toews announces funding to protect communities targeted by hate crime in western Canada
Friday March 4, 2011
(Left to right) The Honourable Vic Toews, Minister of Public Safety, is shown with Albert El Tassi, representative of the Manitoba Islamic Association; Keith Solmundson, President of the Board of Directors for the Immigrant Centre Manitoba Inc.; and Linda Lalande, Executive Director of the Immigrant Centre Manitoba Inc. on Friday March 4, 2011, in Winnipeg after announcing over $99,000 in funding to help protect eight communities at risk of violence in western Canada.
Government of Canada announces support for crime prevention project across Canada
February 27, 2011
The Honourable Jean-Pierre Blackburn, Minister of Veteran's Affairs and Minister of State (Agriculture) (centre), on behalf of the Honourable Vic Toews, Minister of Public Safety, poses with Stéphane Vaillancourt, CEO of YMCA's of Quebec (right) and Scott Haldane, CEO of YMCA Canada (left), in Montreal, Sunday, February 27, 2011, after announcing close to $7 million in funding to the YMCA in support of a Canada-wide crime prevention project for at-risk youth called "Alternative Suspension – Développement national."
Public Safety Minister Toews announces support for crime prevention in New Brunswick
February 23, 2011
The Honourable Vic Toews, Minister of Public Safety (centre left), poses with (from left to right) Stéphane Vaillancourt, CEO of YMCA's of Quebec, Zane Korytko, CEO, YMCA of Greater Moncton, and Léo-Paul Pinet, Director General, Centre de Bénévolat de la Péninsule Acadienne Inc., Wednesday, February 23, 2011, in Moncton, after announcing $1.7 million in support for two crime prevention projects that will help at-risk youth in New Brunswick.
Public Safety Minister Toews announces support for crime prevention in Newfoundland and Labrador
February 22, 2011
The Honourable Vic Toews, Canada's Public Safety Minister (second from right), is shown in St-John's, Newfoundland, Tuesday, February 22, 2011, with (from left), Stéphane Vaillancourt, President and CEO of The YMCAs of Quebec, Michelle Northover, Acting CEO, Development at the YMCA-YWCA of Northeast Avalon, and Minister Danny Pottle, Nunatsiavut's acting Minister of Health and Social Development; after announcing over $1.9 million in support for two crime prevention projects that will help steer at-risk individuals in Newfoundland and Labrador from lives of crime.
Minister Toews: New Technology to Increase Speed and Reliability of Vulnerable Sector Police Checks
February 15, 2011
The Honourable Vic Toews, Canada's Public Safety Minister (second from right), is shown in Ottawa, Tuesday, February 15, 2011, with (from left), Vern White, Chief of Police, Ottawa Police Service; Daniel Petit, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Justice; and Line Carbonneau, RCMP Deputy Commissioner, Policing Support Services; after announcing new technology reducing the time required to screen Canadians for work in the vulnerable sectors, while delivering a more reliable assessment of whether the individual should be allowed to work with vulnerable individuals such as children.
Minister Day and Minister Aglukkaq announce support for crime prevention in the Yukon
February 11, 2011
The Honourable Stockwell Day, President of the Treasury Board and Minister for the Asia-Pacific Gateway (centre left), and the Honourable Leona Aglukkaq, Regional Minister for the North and Minister of Health (centre right), are shown after announcing support for a program aimed at helping at-risk girls in the Yukon Territory to make better choices and avoid engaging in criminal activities with over $1 million for the SNAP® Girls Connection Program, in Whitehorse.
Meeting of Federal-Provincial-Territorial Ministers responsible for emergency management
January 26, 2011
The Honourable Vic Toews, Canada's Public Safety Minister (centre left), and the Honourable Jim Bradley, Minister of Community Safety and Correctional Services for Ontario (centre right), are shown with Provincial and Territorial Ministers responsible for Emergency Management, after meeting to discuss emergency management priorities in Canada, Wednesday, January 26, 2011, in Toronto.
New Protective Equipment Standard Unveiled for Firefighters, Police, Paramedics and Health Care Workers
January 25, 2011
To help protect Canadians, it is essential that first responders right across Canada have access to the right protective equipment in the event of a chemical, biological, radiological or nuclear (CBRN) incident.
Public Safety Minister Toews and MP Joy Smith discuss the Preventing Human Smugglers from Abusing Canada's Immigration System Act with Winnipeg community leaders
January 24, 2011
The Honourable Vic Toews, Canada's Public Safety Minister, alongside Joy Smith (left), Member of Parliament for Kildonan-St. Paul; and Lianna McDonald, Executive Director of the Canadian Centre for Child Protection, met with members of the Winnipeg community to reiterate the urgency for all Members of Parliament to pass the Harper Government's Preventing Human Smugglers from Abusing Canada's Immigration System Act, Monday, January 24, 2011.
Minister Toews updates Canadians on efforts to prevent human smugglers from abusing Canada's immigration system
January 19, 2011
Today, the Honourable Vic Toews, Minister of Public Safety, reiterated the urgency of passing the Harper Government's bill Preventing Human Smugglers from Abusing Canada's Immigration System Act, following new information which suggests that several syndicated criminal networks are organizing migrant smuggling ventures potentially destined for Canada.
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