OTTAWA — The association representing Canada's chiefs of police is calling for the extension of a federal guns and gangs strategy and urgent reforms to th
OTTAWA — The association representing Canada’s chiefs of police is calling for the extension of a federal guns and gangs strategy and urgent reforms to the country’s bail system after a meeting with provincial and territorial premiers Friday.
That request followed premiers’ previous calls for Ottawa to create “reverse onus” measures for certain offences that would require a person seeking bail to prove why they should not stay behind bars.“Reforms should not be delayed further for public protection and safer communities and to support the work and dedication of all of our law enforcement officers that seek to protect Canadians right across our country,” she said.
“The reforms will address the challenges posed by repeat violent offenders, as well as offences committed involving the use of firearms and other dangerous weapons.” “All of our premiers agree on that front that now is the time to continue that fund,” said Stefanson. “We’re calling on the federal government to ensure that they do that.”
In a statement, the Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police thanked the premiers for discussing the safety of front-line police officers and said a more “consistent approach is required in all regions of Canada.” The virtual, urgent meeting with police chiefs was called after a recent string of high-profile attacks in cities across the country.
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