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Clock ticking on border strike as union representing CBSA personnel receives Public Interest Commission recommendations

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星期四, 五月 30, 2024
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OTTAWA, May 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A potential strike looms at border crossings across the country for more than 9,000 workers at Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) following the release of the Public Interest Commission (PIC) report.

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  • OTTAWA, May 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A potential strike looms at border crossings across the country for more than 9,000 workers at Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) following the release of the Public Interest Commission (PIC) report.
  • The release of the report – outlining the Commission’s recommendations to reach a settlement – starts the clock on job action and puts workers in a legal strike position as of Thursday, June 6.
  • CBSA personnel represented by the Public Service Alliance of Canada and the Customs and Immigration Union (PSAC-CIU) voted 96% in favour of taking strike action earlier this month.
  • CBSA personnel are calling for fair wages in line with other law enforcement agencies across the country and equitable retirement benefits.

Statement - Public Safety Minister

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星期六, 五月 4, 2024
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OTTAWA, ON, May 3, 2024 /CNW/ - The Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Public Safety, Democratic Institutions and Intergovernmental Affairs, today issued the following statement:

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  • OTTAWA, ON, May 3, 2024 /CNW/ - The Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Public Safety, Democratic Institutions and Intergovernmental Affairs, today issued the following statement:
    "Earlier today, as the RCMP announced, suspects were arrested and charged for their alleged involvement in the killing of Mr. Hardeep Singh Nijjar.
  • The work doesn't end here and, as the work continues, I will underscore that there are separate and distinct investigations ongoing.
  • I encourage everyone affected by this to put their trust in the justice system and know that your safety is our priority.
  • My department and its security partners continue to work closely with provinces, territories, municipalities and local police to ensure the safety and security of all Canadians.

YVR and Pacific Autism Family Network Reimagine Travel for Neurodiverse Families

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星期二, 四月 30, 2024
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MUSQUEAM TERRITORY/RICHMOND, BC, April 30, 2024 /CNW/ - Today, Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and Pacific Autism Family Network (PAFN) wrapped up April – Autism Acceptance Month – by unveiling two key initiatives in support of the neurodiverse community.

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  • MUSQUEAM TERRITORY/RICHMOND, BC, April 30, 2024 /CNW/ - Today, Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and Pacific Autism Family Network (PAFN) wrapped up April – Autism Acceptance Month – by unveiling two key initiatives in support of the neurodiverse community.
  • The first was the launch of a series of interactive travel training videos, created through a partnership with YVR, PAFN and AIDE Canada.
  • These on-demand videos enable individuals to familiarize themselves with various travel processes, empowering them to approach real travel situations with confidence.
  • "We are delighted to support neurodiverse communities by introducing the wonder of travel and what they can expect through these interactive travel training videos.

Michener Awards Foundation announces finalists for the 2023 Michener Award for meritorious public service journalism

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星期二, 四月 30, 2024
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OTTAWA, ON, April 30, 2024 /CNW/ - The Michener Awards Foundation today announced the finalists for the 2023 Michener Award for meritorious public service journalism.

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  • OTTAWA, ON, April 30, 2024 /CNW/ - The Michener Awards Foundation today announced the finalists for the 2023 Michener Award for meritorious public service journalism.
  • "We are so proud to honour the work of these newsrooms, and their profound impact on their communities," said Michener Award Foundation President Margo Goodhand.
  • The Michener Award, Canada's highest honour in journalism, was founded in 1970 to recognize excellence in public-service journalism.
  • The evening gala will also honour the 2024 Michener fellowship recipients and the Michener-Baxter Award for Exceptional Service to Canadian Journalism.

Statement - Minister LeBlanc welcomes appointment of Mike Duheme as Commissioner of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police

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星期一, 四月 29, 2024
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It has become a national symbol, recognized both at home and abroad, and a paragon of professionalism in policing.

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  • It has become a national symbol, recognized both at home and abroad, and a paragon of professionalism in policing.
  • I am pleased that today, the Prime Minister has announced the appointment of Mike Duheme as Commissioner of the RCMP.
  • Commissioner Duheme has led a distinguished career with the RCMP, serving Canadians for over three decades across four provinces.
  • With this appointment, Commissioner Duheme will be able to build on the exceptional work he has done since he took the helm of the RCMP.

Prime Minister announces appointment of Mike Duheme as Commissioner of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police

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星期一, 四月 29, 2024
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OTTAWA, ON, April 29, 2024 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced the appointment of Michael (Mike) Duheme as Commissioner of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP).

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  • OTTAWA, ON, April 29, 2024 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced the appointment of Michael (Mike) Duheme as Commissioner of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP).
  • His innovative ideas and dedication to fostering a positive work environment to improve the RCMP have made a real difference.
  • "I congratulate Mike Duheme on his appointment as Commissioner of the RCMP.
  • Mike Duheme's previous appointment as interim Commissioner of the RCMP, in March 2023, followed the retirement of the 24th Commissioner, Brenda Lucki.

Federal Organizations Launch Workshops on Recognizing and Reporting Hate Crimes

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星期四, 五月 2, 2024
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On the first day, Statistics Canada will share information with local police on key topics such as hate crime identification, standardized police reporting through the Uniform Crime Reporting Survey and resources.

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  • On the first day, Statistics Canada will share information with local police on key topics such as hate crime identification, standardized police reporting through the Uniform Crime Reporting Survey and resources.
  • During the second day of the workshops, led by the CRRF, participants will have the opportunity to network with community organizations to address hate and engage in open dialogue with law enforcement.
  • The workshops have been designed to support communities and prepare policing services in identifying hate crimes.
  • "As co-chair of the Hate Crimes Task Force, the RCMP is proud to support the Canadian Race Relations Foundation and Statistics Canada as they launch this important initiative.

Media Advisory: Iranian-Canadian community organizations come to Ottawa to call for government action on Iranian foreign affairs

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星期四, 五月 2, 2024
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Human rights defenders’ resettlement: Request that government heed the call of the UN’s independent Fact-Finding Mission on Iran (FFMI) to grant asylum and humanitarian visas to Iranian refugees and help provide much needed medical treatment to those in need of such care.

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  • Human rights defenders’ resettlement: Request that government heed the call of the UN’s independent Fact-Finding Mission on Iran (FFMI) to grant asylum and humanitarian visas to Iranian refugees and help provide much needed medical treatment to those in need of such care.
  • Organizations will also renew their demand for a criminal investigation into Flight PS752 to be opened by the RCMP.
  • As such, organizations will continue demands that the IRGC be listed as a terrorist organization in Canada.
  • This event is organization-based and the result of collaboration and networking between independent, non-partisan organizations.

CBSA firearms and weapons seizure in NB leads to multiple charges against NS residents

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星期四, 四月 25, 2024
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The RCMP in St. Stephen, NB took custody of the travellers and transported them to the St. George RCMP detachment where they were held in custody overnight.

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  • The RCMP in St. Stephen, NB took custody of the travellers and transported them to the St. George RCMP detachment where they were held in custody overnight.
  • On April 6, 2024, Scott and Joyce Livingstone appeared in Saint John Provincial Court via phone.
  • They were remanded into custody and separately transferred to the Saint John Regional Correctional Centre and New Brunswick Women's Correctional Centre in Miramichi.
  • "CBSA front line officers in New Brunswick are on alert to detect and intercept prohibited guns and weapons at the land border.

Prime Minister announces appointment of the next Commissioner of the Northwest Territories

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星期五, 四月 19, 2024
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OTTAWA, ON, April 19, 2024 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced the appointment of Gerald W. (Gerry) Kisoun as the next Commissioner of the Northwest Territories, for a term of five years.

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  • OTTAWA, ON, April 19, 2024 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced the appointment of Gerald W. (Gerry) Kisoun as the next Commissioner of the Northwest Territories, for a term of five years.
  • Mr. Kisoun is an Inuvialuit-Gwich'in Elder and an active member of his community who has dedicated his career to serving the people of the Northwest Territories.
  • The Prime Minister took the opportunity to thank the outgoing Commissioner of the Northwest Territories, the Honourable Margaret Thom, for her hard work and dedication to serving the people of the Northwest Territories.
  • "I congratulate Mr. Kisoun on his appointment as the next Commissioner of the Northwest Territories.