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Minister Blaney highlights the coming into force of the Enhancing Royal Canadian Mounted Police Accountability Act
December 1, 2014
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Minister Blaney discusses counter-terrorism with international counterparts at G-6
November 6, 2014
The Honourable Steven Blaney, Canada's Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, discusses counter-terrorism with G6 counterparts in Paris, November 6, 2014.
Harper Government follows through on commitment to establish DNA-based Missing Persons Index
October 27, 2014
Senator Pierre-Hugues Boisvenu announces legislation that will enable the creation of a DNA-based Missing Persons Index, in Ottawa on Monday, October 27 2014.
The Government of Canada to Introduce Changes to CSIS Act
October 16, 2014
Minister Blaney announcing the Government of Canada's intention to introduce legislative changes to the CSIS Act, joined by (Left) Andy Ellis – Assistant Director of CSIS Operations, and Janice Armstrong – RCMP Deputy Commissioner, in Banff on October 16, 2014.
Harper Government announces common sense firearms measures for law-abiding firearms owners
October 7, 2014
The Honourable Steven Blaney, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, introduces the Common Sense Firearms Licensing Act, in Ottawa on Tuesday, October 7, 2014.
Minister Blaney launches Cyber Security Awareness Month at cyber conference
October 3, 2014
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Minister Blaney and Secretary Johnson discuss National Security
September 30, 2014
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Harper Government honours Canada's fallen police and peace officers
September 28, 2014
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Minister Blaney shakes hands with Yair Lapid, Minister of Finance of the State of Israel
September 16, 2014
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Harper Government launches the next phase of Stop Hating Online to combat cyberbullying
September 8, 2014
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Minister Blaney highlights the 100th Anniversary of the Boundary Bay Port of Entry
August 29, 2014
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Harper Government Invests in Crime Prevention Projects in Nova Scotia
August 21, 2014
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Minister Blaney visits RCMP "H" Division, joins officer in ride-along
August 21, 2014
The Honourable Steven Blaney, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness (left), in Halifax, Nova Scotia on Thursday, August 21, 2014, accompanies RCMP "H" Division Officer Steve Beehan on a patrol.
The Honourable Steven Blaney, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness (right) with RCMP Officer Kwabby Oppong, in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia on Thursday, August 21, 2014, during a visit to RCMP "H" Division.
Minister Blaney visits CBSA Atlantic Centre for Arming Training
August 20, 2014
The Honourable Steven Blaney, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness (2nd from left), pictured with (from left to right) Martin Boudreault, CBSA Manager for Training and Learning, Don Daley, CBSA Acting Supervisor for Training Delivery, and Johanne Simoneau, CBSA Supervisor for Training Delivery, during a visit to the CBSA's Atlantic Centre for Arming Training at the Atlantic Police Academy, in Summerside, Prince Edward Island, on Wednesday, August 20, 2014.
The Honourable Steven Blaney, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness (right), shakes hands with Martin Boudreault, CBSA Manager for Training and Learning, during a visit to the CBSA's Atlantic Centre for Arming Training at the Atlantic Police Academy, in Summerside, Prince Edward Island, on Wednesday, August 20, 2014.
The Honourable Steven Blaney, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness (left), pictured with Martin Boudreault, CBSA Manager for Training and Learning (centre) and Don Daley, CBSA Acting Supervisor for Training Delivery, during a visit to the CBSA's Atlantic Centre for Arming Training at the Atlantic Police Academy, in Summerside, Prince Edward Island, on Wednesday, August 20, 2014.
The Honourable Steven Blaney, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness (right), poses with Don Daley, CBSA Acting Supervisor for Training Delivery, following a firing range demonstration at the CBSA's Atlantic Centre for Arming Training at the Atlantic Police Academy, in Summerside, Prince Edward Island, on Wednesday, August 20, 2014.
Harper Government brings common sense to firearms licensing
July 23, 2014
The Honourable Steven Blaney, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness (3rd from right), is joined by (from left to right) Greg Farrant, Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters; Member of Parliament Cheryl Gallant; the Honourable Tony Clement, President of the Treasury Board; Member of Parliament Jay Aspin; and Tony Bernardo, Canadian Shooting Sports Association, following a press conference in North Bay, Ontario on Wednesday, July 23, 2014 to announce the coming-into-force of an expanded firearms amnesty, as well as the intention to table the Common Sense Firearms Licensing Act.
The Honourable Steven Blaney, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, in North Bay, Ontario on Wednesday, July 23, 2014 to announce the coming-into-force of an expanded firearms amnesty, as well as the intention to table the Common Sense Firearms Licensing Act.
Minister Blaney announces the removal from Canada of 20 convicted human traffickers
July 22, 2014
The Honourable Steven Blaney, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness (right), is joined by CBSA Regional Director General Goran Vragovic (2nd from right), and representatives from the CBSA and RCMP, at a press conference in Hamilton, Ontario on Tuesday, July 22, 2014 to announce the removal from Canada of 20 members of a human trafficking criminal organization that had operated in the Hamilton area.
The Honourable Steven Blaney, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness (2nd from right), is joined by (from left to right) CBSA Director of Enforcement and Intelligence Operations Division Paul Vrbanac; CBSA Regional Director General Goran Vragovic; CBSA Inland Enforcement officer Deb Kerr; and CBSA Supervisor Carmen Sturino; following a press conference in Hamilton, Ontario on Tuesday, July 22, 2014 to announce the removal from Canada of 20 members of a human trafficking criminal organization that had operated in the Hamilton area.
Canada and the U.S. announce Trusted Traveller and Trusted Trader enhancements under Beyond the Border Action Plan
July 21, 2014
The Honourable Steven Blaney, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness (5th from left), is joined by the Honourable Rob Nicholson, Minister of National Defence (6th from left), and CBSA officials, in Fort Erie, Ontario, on Monday, July 21, 2014, following an announcement that Canada and the U.S. are delivering on key Beyond the Border Action Plan commitments related to joint Trusted Traveller and Trusted Trader programs, including the official opening of the eGate pilot project that allows NEXUS members extended expedited passage at the Peace Bridge port of entry in Fort Erie, Ontario.
The Honourable Steven Blaney, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, in Fort Erie, Ontario, on Monday, July 21, 2014, to announce that Canada and the U.S. are delivering on key Beyond the Border Action Plan commitments related to joint Trusted Traveller and Trusted Trader programs, including the official opening of the eGate pilot project that allows NEXUS members extended expedited passage at the Peace Bridge port of entry in Fort Erie, Ontario.
Pilot Project for Travellers in Remote Areas - Quebec
July 18, 2014
The Honourable Steven Blaney, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness (centre), pictured with (from left to right) CBSA Chief of Operations, Marco Lessard; CBSA East Border District Director, Daniel Bernard; and border services officers, Sonya Campbell and Philippe Doyan, after touring the CBSA Saint-Just-de-Bretenières port of entry in Quebec on Thursday, July 17, 2014.
Minister Blaney highlights one million members milestone for NEXUS
July 8, 2014
The Honourable Steven Blaney, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, in Montreal, Quebec on Tuesday, July 8, 2014, to announce that the NEXUS program has surpassed its one millionth member milestone.
The Honourable Steven Blaney, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, in Montreal, Quebec on Tuesday, July 8, 2014, to announce that the NEXUS program has surpassed its one millionth member milestone.
Harper Government encourages Canadians to participate in National Prescription Drug Drop-Off Day - May 10, 2014
May 7, 2014
The Honourable Steven Blaney, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness (3rd from right), is joined by (from left to right) Marc Paris, Executive Director of Partnership for a Drug Free Canada; Chief Mark Mander, Chair of the Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police Drug Abuse Committee; the Honourable Rona Ambrose, Minister of Health; MP John Weston; and Aly Kamel, Pharmaprix Pharmacist, in Gatineau, Quebec on Wednesday, May 7, 2014, to highlight the growing problem of prescription drug misuse and abuse at an event to promote National Prescription Drug Drop-Off Day.
The Honourable Steven Blaney, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness (right), is joined by (from left to right) Marc Paris, Executive Director of Partnership for a Drug Free Canada; Chief Mark Mander, Chair of the Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police Drug Abuse Committee; and the Honourable Rona Ambrose, Minister of Health, in Gatineau, Quebec on Wednesday, May 7, 2014, to highlight the growing problem of prescription drug misuse and abuse at an event to promote National Prescription Drug Drop-Off Day.
The Honourable Rona Ambrose, Minister of Health (right), is joined by (from left to right) Chief Mark Mander, Chair of the Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police Drug Abuse Committee; and the Honourable Steven Blaney, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, in Gatineau, Quebec on Wednesday, May 7, 2014, to highlight the growing problem of prescription drug misuse and abuse at an event to promote National Prescription Drug Drop-Off Day.
The Honourable Steven Blaney, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness (2nd from right), is joined by (from left to right) Marc Paris, Executive Director of Partnership for a Drug Free Canada; Chief Mark Mander, Chair of the Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police Drug Abuse Committee; the Honourable Rona Ambrose, Minister of Health; Aly Kamel, Pharmaprix Pharmacist; and MP John Weston, in Gatineau, Quebec on Wednesday, May 7, 2014, to highlight the growing problem of prescription drug misuse and abuse at an event to promote National Prescription Drug Drop-Off Day.
Government of Canada launches Mental Health Action Plan to treat complex mental illnesses among federal offenders
May 1, 2014
The Honourable Steven Blaney, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, in Ottawa on Thursday, May 1, 2014, to launch the Government of Canada's comprehensive Mental Health Action Plan for federal offenders that is addressing their serious mental health needs.
The Honourable Steven Blaney, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, in Ottawa on Thursday, May 1, 2014, to launch the Government of Canada's comprehensive Mental Health Action Plan for federal offenders that is addressing their serious mental health needs.
The Honourable Steven Blaney, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness (right), is joined by George Weber, President and CEO of the Royal Ottawa Health Care Group, in Ottawa on Thursday, May 1, 2014, to launch the Government of Canada's comprehensive Mental Health Action Plan for federal offenders that is addressing their serious mental health needs.
The Honourable Steven Blaney, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness (right), is joined by George Weber, President and CEO of the Royal Ottawa Health Care Group, in Ottawa on Thursday, May 1, 2014, to launch the Government of Canada's comprehensive Mental Health Action Plan for federal offenders that is addressing their serious mental health needs.
The Honourable Steven Blaney, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness (left), is joined by George Weber, President and CEO of the Royal Ottawa Health Care Group (centre) and MP Gordon Brown, following an announcement in Ottawa on Thursday, May 1, 2014, to launch the Government of Canada's comprehensive Mental Health Action Plan for federal offenders that is addressing their serious mental health needs.
Statement from Minister Blaney at the 21st Canadian Legislative Conference of the International Association of Fire Fighters, Canada
April 28, 2014
The Honourable Steven Blaney, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness (right), in Ottawa on Monday, April 28, 2014, delivers remarks at the 21st Canadian Legislative Conference of the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF), Canada.
The Honourable Steven Blaney, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness (right), shakes hands with International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) General President Harold Schaitberger, in Ottawa on Monday, April 28, 2014, after speaking at the 21st Canadian Legislative Conference of the IAFF, Canada.
The Honourable Steven Blaney, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness (centre), in Ottawa on Monday, April 28, 2014, is presented with a token of appreciation from International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) General President Harold Schaitberger and Assistant to the IAFF General President for Canadian Operations Scott Marks, after speaking at the 21st Canadian Legislative Conference of the IAFF, Canada.
The Honourable Steven Blaney, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness (centre), in Ottawa on Monday, April 28, 2014, after speaking at the 21st Canadian Legislative Conference of the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF), Canada. (L-R) 6th District IAFF District Vice-President Lorne West, 13th District IAFF District Vice-President Fred LeBlanc, IAFF General President Harold Schaitberger, Minister Blaney, 15th District IAFF District Vice-President David Burry, Assistant to the IAFF General President for Canadian Operations Scott Marks, and 14th District IAFF District Vice-President Danny Todd.
The Honourable Steven Blaney, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness (2nd from right), in Ottawa on Monday, April 28, 2014, after speaking at the 21st Canadian Legislative Conference of the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF), Canada. (L-R) 6th District IAFF District Vice-President Lorne West, 13th District IAFF District Vice-President Fred LeBlanc, Minister Blaney, and 15th District IAFF District Vice-President David Burry.
Minister Steven Blaney visits Vancouver's Downtown Eastside and meets with the Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police
April 16, 2014
The Honourable Steven Blaney, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness (right), joins Vancouver Police Department's Chief Constable Jim Chu (left), and Constable Ryan Gray on a walk through Vancouver's Downtown Eastside on Tuesday, April 15, 2014.
The Honourable Steven Blaney, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness (left), joins Vancouver Police Department's Chief Constable Jim Chu on a walk through Vancouver's Downtown Eastside on Tuesday, April 15, 2014.
The Honourable Steven Blaney, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness (2nd from right), joins Vancouver Police Department Constables Ryan Gray and Annmarie Unheim on a walk through Vancouver's Downtown Eastside on Tuesday, April 15, 2014.
The Honourable Steven Blaney, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness (right), joins Vancouver Police Department Constable Annmarie Unheim on a walk through Vancouver's Downtown Eastside on Tuesday, April 15, 2014.
The Honourable Steven Blaney, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness (right), joins Vancouver Police Department Constable Annmarie Unheim on a walk through Vancouver's Downtown Eastside on Tuesday, April 15, 2014.
Government of Canada supports British Columbia in fight against crime
April 15, 2014
The Honourable Steven Blaney, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness (back row centre), along with MP Andrew Saxton (front row left) and MP John Weston (back row, on Minister's right) pose with representatives of the Native Courtworker and Counselling Association of British Columbia in North Vancouver on Tuesday, April 15, 2014, following an announcement of federal funding for the crime prevention project Changing Direction in Support of Aboriginal Youth, which will help at-risk youth in Nanaimo and Williams Lake, British Columbia.
Minister Blaney and Minister Wong highlight the Canadian Victims Bill of Rights in Vancouver
April 15, 2014
The Honourable Steven Blaney, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness (back row centre), and the Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors) (front row centre), met with victims of crime stakeholders in Vancouver, British Columbia on Tuesday, April 15, 2014 to discuss recently announced legislation to create a Canadian Victims Bill of Rights that would transform the criminal justice system by creating, at the federal level, clear rights for victims of crime.
The Honourable Steven Blaney, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness (right), and the Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors) (centre), met with victims of crime stakeholders in Vancouver, British Columbia on Tuesday, April 15, 2014 to discuss recently announced legislation to create a Canadian Victims Bill of Rights that would transform the criminal justice system by creating, at the federal level, clear rights for victims of crime.
The Honourable Steven Blaney, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness (right), met with victims of crime stakeholders in Vancouver, British Columbia on Tuesday, April 15, 2014 to discuss recently announced legislation to create a Canadian Victims Bill of Rights that would transform the criminal justice system by creating, at the federal level, clear rights for victims of crime.
Harper Government announces strategic investments to facilitate cross-border trade in British Columbia
April 14, 2014
Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness Minister Steven Blaney (3rd from right) and Langley MP Mark Warawa (centre) pose with officials from the Canada Border Services Agency during a tour of the Aldergrove Port of Entry in British Columbia on Monday, April 14, 2014. (L-R) Chief Bernie Pitura, Executive Director Kim Scoville, District Director Daniela Evans, Border Services Officer Laura Keble, MP Mark Warawa, Regional Director General Roslyn MacVicar, Minister Blaney, Border Services Officer Balbir Heer, and Superintendent Rob Bell.
Minister Steven Blaney (centre) joins Chief Bernie Pitura and District Director Daniela Evans for a tour of the Aldergrove Port of Entry (POE) in British Columbia on Monday, April 14, 2014.
Border Services Officers Vanessa Bickle and Debra Field (obstructed) and Detector Dog Handler Mark Ingalls look on as Minister Steven Blaney announces the awarding of a contract to redevelop the Aldergrove Port of Entry in British Columbia on Monday, April 14, 2014.
Project partners and stakeholders join Minister Steven Blaney, MP Mark Warawa and officials from the Canada Border Services Agency to announce the awarding of a contract to redevelop the Aldergrove Port of Entry in British Columbia on Monday, April 14, 2014.
Minister Steven Blaney (6th from left) celebrates the opening of a new NEXUS lane for the Pacific Highway Port of Entry at an event in Aldergrove, British Columbia on Monday, April 14, 2014. The Minister is joined by local MP Mark Warawa, officials from the Canada Border Services Agency and US Customs and Border Protection, and local Mayors and officials from both sides of the border.
Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness Minister Steven Blaney meets with CBSA Regional Director General Roslyn MacVicar at an event to announce the awarding of a contract to redevelop the Aldergrove Port of Entry in British Columbia on Monday, April 14, 2014.
Minister Blaney and Senator Boisvenu discuss the Canadian Victims Bill of Rights in Quebec City during National Victims of Crime Awareness Week
April 11, 2014
The Honourable Steven Blaney, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness (3rd from right), and Senator Pierre-Hugues Boisvenu (4th from right), met with (from left to right) Sandra Dion, Roger Lessard, Alain Fortier, Frank Tremblay, Lise Lebel, and Dominique Lebel in Quebec City, Quebec on Friday, April 11, 2014, to discuss new legislation that was announced on April 3, 2014, to create a Canadian Victims Bill of Rights that will transform the criminal justice system by creating, at the federal level, clear rights for victims of crime.
The Honourable Steven Blaney, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness and Senator Pierre-Hugues Boisvenu, met with stakeholders in Quebec City, Quebec on Friday, April 11, 2014, to discuss new legislation that was announced on April 3, 2014, to create a Canadian Victims Bill of Rights that will transform the criminal justice system by creating, at the federal level, clear rights for victims of crime.
The Honourable Steven Blaney, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness and Senator Pierre-Hugues Boisvenu, met with stakeholders in Quebec City, Quebec on Friday, April 11, 2014, to discuss new legislation that was announced on April 3, 2014, to create a Canadian Victims Bill of Rights that will transform the criminal justice system by creating, at the federal level, clear rights for victims of crime.
The Honourable Steven Blaney, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness and Senator Pierre-Hugues Boisvenu, met with stakeholders in Quebec City, Quebec on Friday, April 11, 2014, to discuss new legislation that was announced on April 3, 2014, to create a Canadian Victims Bill of Rights that will transform the criminal justice system by creating, at the federal level, clear rights for victims of crime.
The Honourable Steven Blaney, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness and Senator Pierre-Hugues Boisvenu, met with stakeholders in Quebec City, Quebec on Friday, April 11, 2014, to discuss new legislation that was announced on April 3, 2014, to create a Canadian Victims Bill of Rights that will transform the criminal justice system by creating, at the federal level, clear rights for victims of crime.
Minister Blaney visits the Canadian Centre for Child Protection
March 11, 2014
Today, the Honourable Steven Blaney. Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, issued a statement following his visit to the Canadian Centre for Child Protection (CCCP), a non-profit, charitable organization dedicated to reducing child victimization and providing programs and services to the Canadian public to help protect children on-line.
Minister Steven Blaney honours women in RCMP
March 6, 2014
The Honourable Steven Blaney, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, delivers remarks at an event held by Women in Defence and Security Canada (WiDS) to honour the memory of a fallen female RCMP officer and to present the 2014 WiDS Memorial Scholarship award, Thursday, March 6, 2014, in Ottawa.
Canada and the United States announce Phase II of Truck Cargo Pre-inspection Pilot
February 24, 2014
The Honourable Steven Blaney, Canada's Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness (3rd from left), accompanied by (Left to Right) Anthony Annunziata, Chair of the Buffalo & Fort Erie Public Bridge Authority; Canada's Minister of National Defence, the Honourable Rob Nicholson; U.S. Senator for New York, Charles E. Schumer; U.S. Congressman for Western New York, Brian Higgins; and U.S. Deputy Secretary of Homeland Security, Alejandro Mayorkas, officially launched Phase II of the truck cargo pre-inspection Pilot at the Peace Bridge Crossing, Monday, February 24, 2014 in Fort Erie, Ontario.
The Honourable Steven Blaney, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness (centre); accompanied by Alejandro Mayorkas, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Homeland Security (left); and the Honourable Rob Nicholson, Minister of National Defence, tour the truck cargo pre-inspection station before announcing the launch of Phase II of the truck cargo pre-inspection pilot at the Peace Bridge border crossing, Monday, February 24, 2014 in Fort Erie, Ontario.
The Honourable Steven Blaney, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness (2nd from right) tours the truck cargo pre-inspection station before announcing the launch of Phase II of the truck cargo pre-inspection pilot at the Peace Bridge border crossing, Monday, February 24, 2014 in Fort Erie, Ontario.
Minister Blaney launches next phase of anti-cyberbullying campaign
February 3, 2014
The Honourable Steven Blaney, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, today launched the second phase of the national anti-cyberbullying public awareness campaign, StopHatingOnline, to raise awareness of the impact and serious consequences of cyberbullying.
Harper Government launches national campaign to stop cyberbullying
January 9, 2014
Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada Peter MacKay (far right), on behalf of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness Minister Steven Blaney, launches the Government of Canada's anti-cyberbullying public awareness campaign, Stop Hating Online, at Fairview Junior High School in Halifax on Thursday, January 9, 2014.
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