Connexions Calendar

Courtenay: Bill C-51 panel and discussion

April 01, 2015

The Comox Valley Peace Group is hosting a panel and discussion on the federal government's proposed "Anti-terrorism Act, 2015", Bill C-51, 7pm Wednesday April 1 at Upper Native Sons Hall in Courtenay.

The legislation is currently at the stage of "public hearings" before the House of Commons Standing Committee on Public Safety and National Security.

Bill C-51 is an omnibus bill that creates new law and amends existing legislation. It is divided into five parts, the Security of Canada Information Sharing Act, the Secure Air Travel Act, amendments to the Criminal Code, the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) Act, and the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act as well as making related and consequential amendments to other acts.

Jennifer Pass and Jack Welsh will review the provisions of the Bill itself, and Barb Biley will review the history of "anti-terror" legislation in Canada and the consequences for First Nations, environmental activists, trade unions, and national minorities. There will be ample time for discussion following the panel.

There is no admission charge but we will "pass the hat" for donations to cover costs.

Time: 7:00 PM
Venue: Upper Native Sons Hall
Location: 360 Cliffe Avenue Courtenay, BC
Website: http://www.canadians.org/event/courtenay-bill-c-51-panel-and-discussion
Phone: 250-338-4067
Categories: Government & Public Sector

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