Submissions and Resolutions

The CBA supports information sharing for the purpose of national security that is necessary, proportionate and accompanied by adequate measures against abuse.

The CBA extends offer of assistance on Medical Assistance in Dying studies to be undertaken by Council of Canadian Academies.

The CBA urges the federal government to conduct a rigorous review of Bill C-51, Anti-Terrorism Act 2015, giving equal weight to the impact of excessive state powers on individual rights and freedoms as to public safety concerns.

The CBA reiterates the urgency of filling vacancies and increasing judicial complements across Canada, noting the critical shortage of judges in Quebec and Alberta.

The CBA asks to be included in ongoing consultations with experts concerning review of the court martial system.

The CBA urges expanded availability of pardons or record suspensions, to advance the important goal of encouraging offenders' reintegration.

The CBA supports measures to reduce impaired driving, but opposes Bill C-226 as it would lead to uncertainty to the law and constitutional challenges.

The CBA supports passage of Bill C-235, to improve the criminal justice system's responsiveness to people with FASD.

The CBA supports creation of a Parliamentary Committee with oversight over all national security activity, to achieve enhanced coordination, transparency and accountability.

The CBA advocates legislative amendments and comments on proposed studies about medical assistance in dying and advance requests, eligibility of mature minors and of persons with mental illness.