Bill S-217, Criminal Code amendments (detention in custody) April 12, 2017 The CBA says that changes to bail hearings in Bill S-217 are unnecessary and unlikely to survive constitutional scrutiny.
Bill C-337, Judicial Accountability through Sexual Assault Law Training Act April 06, 2017 The CBA comments on judicial education requirements in Bill C-337.
Court Martial Review March 31, 2017 The CBA urges comprehensive Parliamentary review of the military justice system, with adequate time for careful consideration and public input.
Bill C-23 — Preclearance Act 2016 March 27, 2017 The CBA says that amendments to the Preclearance Act would grant highly intrusive powers to foreign officials operating on Canadian soil, diminishing the rights of Canadians and other travellers, without adequate safeguards.
Gender identity and gender expression rights in federal correctional facilities March 17, 2017 The CBA raises concerns about transgender rights issues in federal corrections, including housing, segregation, searches and testing, showers and toilet facilities, access to personal items, clothing and prosthetics, and health care.
Retaining the Preliminary Inquiry March 14, 2017 The CBA urges retaining the preliminary inquiry and refutes the suggestion that it contributes to court delays. Rather, it is a tool for justice efficiency and fairness.
Bill C-32 — Criminal Code Amendments (repeal of section 159) February 28, 2017 The CBA supports Bill C-32 (repeal of section 159 of the Criminal Code - age of consent)
Canada's National Security Framework February 10, 2017 The CBA summarizes its main priorities about the national security framework for the House of Commons Committee on Public Safety and National Security.
Security of Canada Information Sharing Act (SCISA) January 30, 2017 The CBA supports information sharing for the purpose of national security that is necessary, proportionate and accompanied by adequate measures against abuse.
Independent Reviews - Medical Assistance in Dying January 23, 2017 The CBA extends offer of assistance on Medical Assistance in Dying studies to be undertaken by Council of Canadian Academies.