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Min of Justice/Attorney General of Canada

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Min of Justice/Attorney General of Canada

@MinJusticeEn

Hon. Sean Fraser ⚖️Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada (Run by @JusticeCanadaEn) ➡️Français : @MinJusticeFR ➡️Terms: ow.ly/r3E5M

Joined October 2015

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(1/2) As hate continues to rise in Canada, communities have been calling for stronger protections against hate crimes. Those protections are now law.
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(1/4) The Combatting Hate Act received Royal Assent yesterday and will come into force on July 18, 2026. ow.ly/RM9r50ZeHa0 #C9
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(2/2) These changes will help people worship and gather safely in their own communities, while supporting law enforcement with clearer tools to respond.
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Jun 17
(1/2) Last week, the #CDNCharter Statement for the Appropriation Act No. 3, 2026-27 (Bill #C33), was tabled in Parliament (@HoCChamber). justice.gc.ca/eng/csj-sjc/pl… #CdnLaw #HoC
Bill C-33: An Act for granting to His Majesty certain sums of money for the federal public admini...
From justice.gc.ca
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Jun 17
(2/2) Charter Statements are required for each new government bill. They identify the potential effects of a bill on #CDNCharter rights and freedoms. #CDNLaw
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Jun 17
(1/2) Last week, the #CDNCharter Statement for the Appropriation Act No. 2, 2026-27 (Bill #C32), was tabled in Parliament (@HoCChamber). justice.gc.ca/eng/csj-sjc/pl… #CdnLaw #HoC
Bill C-32: An Act for granting to His Majesty certain sums of money for the federal public admini...
From justice.gc.ca
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Jun 17
(2/2) Charter Statements are required for each new government bill. They identify the potential effects of a bill on #CDNCharter rights and freedoms. #CDNLaw
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Jun 16
The #GC promised stricter bail laws and tougher sentencing laws. That promise is now law. With over 80 targeted changes to the Criminal Code, bail will be harder to get for repeat and violent offenders, and sentencing laws will be tougher for serious crimes.
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Jun 16
(1/2) Yesterday, the Bail and Sentencing Reform Act (#C14) received Royal Assent and will come into force on July 15, 2026. This legislation reflects the #GC promise to help make communities safer and increase trust in the criminal justice system. ow.ly/ThPA50ZcqiW
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Jun 16
(1/4) Today, the Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada announced the following judicial appointment in Saskatchewan.
canada.ca
Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada announces a judicial appointment in the province...
The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, today announced the following appointment under...
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Jun 16
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(3/4) Justice Fyfe began his legal career as a Crown Prosecutor and later served for twenty-one years as Crown Counsel at the Constitutional Law Branch of the Saskatchewan Ministry of Justice and Attorney General.
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(4/4) Justice Fyfe was President of the Law Society of Saskatchewan at the time of his appointment and had served as a Bencher since 2022. He was designated King’s Counsel in 2022 and awarded the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal in 2023.
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Jun 15
National Public Service Week is a time to recognize the meaningful work of public servants from coast to coast to coast. Thank you to Justice Canada employees who show up every day with heart and dedication, helping build a better justice system for all. #NPSW
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Jun 15
Justice Canada employees bring expertise, integrity and compassion to serving Canadians every day. This National Public Service Week, we celebrate the important work you do to support and strengthen our justice system. #NPSW
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Jun 1
Police play a vital role in the youth criminal justice system – not only enforcing the law, but also working with partners to prevent crime and guiding young people toward safer paths. Nominate a police-led initiative by June 26, 2026: justice.gc.ca/eng/cj-jp/yj-j…
Justice Canada
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Jun 1
🚨 Nominations for the 2026 Minister of Justice National Youth Justice Policing Award are open! Nominate a deserving police officer or innovative police-led initiative by June 26, 2026: ow.ly/FsnY50Z6eZ4
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Jun 1
Accessibility helps build a justice system that is fair, inclusive and responsive to the needs of all Canadians. #NationalAccessAbilityWeek underscores the importance of removing barriers to full and equal participation for persons with disabilities. #NAAW2026
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Jun 1
(1/2) Accessibility is key to a fair and inclusive justice system, helping ensure people with disabilities can access information, services and supports, and fully participate in society and the justice system. #NationalAccessAbilityWeek #NAAW2026 #AccessibleCanada
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Jun 1
National Indigenous History Month underscores the importance of recognition, education, and action. Through the UN Declaration Act Action Plan, we continue working in partnership with First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities to advance Indigenous rights. #NIHM2026
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Jun 1
(1/2) National Indigenous History Month is an opportunity to honour the knowledge, leadership, and advocacy of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis across Canada. #NIHM2026
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May 29
(1/5) Today, the Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada announced the following judicial appointment in Ontario.
Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada announces a judicial appointment in the province...
From canada.ca
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(4/5) She enjoyed a broad litigation practice focusing on commercial litigation encompassing insolvency law, contractual disputes, shareholders’ disputes, and construction law.
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May 29
(5/5) Justice Perron was President of the Ontario Bar Association from 2021 to 2023. She has also mentored young lawyers and contributed meaningfully to legal education and community initiatives.
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