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There are very clear protocols. Typically, the host group, either Global Affairs or, in the case of members of the royal family, Canadian Heritage, notifies us of an upcoming visit. As soon as we receive notice, we organize meetings with all the partners involved in managing the visit. That may include the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, the RCMP, or other police forces.
These briefing meetings enable us to begin preparing for the visit and obtain all the necessary information as soon as possible. The more information we have about the plan and the itinerary, the better we can organize the visit. This also allows us to plan each step and each layer of security.
Once all those elements are in place and we know where the visit will occur, whether it's Parliament, where the infrastructure is already in place, or elsewhere, all we have to do is determine the level of security based on the threat. If the location is elsewhere, we call on all the relevant partners to ensure it goes smoothly.