Madam Chair, we have a sound criminal justice system. It does require strengthening, and we look forward to doing the work in this mandate.
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Business of Supply June 5th, 2025
Madam Chair, we have a sound criminal justice system. It does require strengthening, and we look forward to doing the work in this mandate.
Business of Supply June 5th, 2025
Madam Chair, I realize that we are playing to TikTok and other social media.
Our bail system is something that we committed to strengthen, and we will do that.
Business of Supply June 5th, 2025
Madam Chair, once again, Correctional Service Canada makes that determination. It is an independent body. It is up to Correctional Service Canada to make the decision, and this is the way it should be.
Business of Supply June 5th, 2025
Madam Chair, I have been the minister for three weeks. Based on my understanding of my portfolio, this matter falls under the purview of Correctional Service Canada, and it is up to it to make these determinations, not the minister.
Business of Supply June 5th, 2025
Madam Chair, this matter has been addressed. This is in the purview of Correctional Service Canada, and it is up to it to make that determination.
Business of Supply June 5th, 2025
Madam Chair, I have addressed this issue a number of times. This is subject to the Correctional Service Canada's—
Business of Supply June 5th, 2025
Madam Chair, Correctional Service Canada makes these determinations based on the security risk level that it assesses. It is an independent decision that is outside of the scope.
Business of Supply June 5th, 2025
Madam Chair, I indicated that Correctional Service of Canada contributes to the safety of the institutions, and they make these determinations.
Business of Supply June 5th, 2025
Madam Chair, I have already addressed this issue. The Correctional Service of Canada contributes to the safety of our institutions and communities by ensuring that all inmates are placed in institutions that match their security level. Inmates are classified based on the necessary degree of supervision.
Business of Supply June 5th, 2025
Madam Chair, this is not my decision or that of the Minister of Public Safety. These decisions are made by Correctional Service Canada and are not subject in any way to my intervention.