The Canadian Muslim Lawyers Association has published a briefing note on Bill C-51, the Anti-Terrorism Act, 2015.
The CMLA takes the position that Bill C-51 grants the Government of Canada extraordinary, vague and unnecessary powers that pose a risk to the civil rights and privacy rights of Canadians. These powers fail to meet the objective of protecting our country from the threat of terrorism. Furthermore, these powers are contrary to the recommendations of the Arar Inquiry, as echoed by
the Privacy Commissioner’s 2014 report, especially with respect to information sharing, independent review and accountability.
The Canadian Muslim Lawyers Association has published a briefing note on Bill C-51, the Anti-Terrorism Act, 2015.
The CMLA takes the position that Bill C-51 grants the Government of Canad…