The Government of Saskatchewan, along with the mayors of North Battleford and Battleford, have sent a letter to federal Justice Minister Sean Fraser, advocating for changes to the Criminal Code of Canada, specifically bail reform and strengthened penalties for drug trafficking. They highlight the negative impact of repeat violent offenders on community safety and the stigma faced by The Battlefords.
Sask. government, Battlefords mayors pen letter to feds, demanding bail reform
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TL;DR: Key points with love ❤️The Government of Saskatchewan, along with the mayors of North Battleford and Battleford, have sent a letter to federal Justice Minister Sean Fraser, advocating for changes to the Criminal Code of Canada, specifically bail reform and strengthened penalties for drug trafficking. They highlight the negative impact of repeat violent offenders on community safety and the stigma faced by The Battlefords.
Trending- 1 Wednesday: Letter penned by Sask. government and Battlefords mayors to federal Justice Minister Sean Fraser
- Increased pressure on the federal government for Criminal Code changes
- Potential for stricter bail conditions and drug trafficking penalties
- Efforts to improve community safety and reputation in The Battlefords
What: The Government of Saskatchewan and the mayors of The Battlefords are demanding bail reform and strengthened penalties for drug trafficking from the federal government.
When: Letter penned Wednesday
Where: Saskatchewan (The Battlefords, North Battleford, Battleford), addressed to federal Justice Minister Sean Fraser.
Why: To address repeat violent offenders, improve community safety, change the negative stigma of The Battlefords, and eradicate crystal meth and fentanyl from communities.
How: The provincial government and mayors penned a letter to federal Justice Minister Sean Fraser, advocating for changes to the Criminal Code of Canada.