Arif Virani
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RCMP has ‘strong tools’ to address threats against politicians: ministerCanada's justice minister said he's not keen to endorse the RCMP boss's suggestion that Ottawa make it easier to pursue charges against people who threaten elected officials.Canada9 hours
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Judges need to ensure stricter bail principles are being upheld: ministerJustice Minister Arif Virani says if repeat offenders are being released on bail following the passage of reform bills, certain court principles may not be being employed.CanadaJun 2
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The West Block – Episode 38, Season 13Murders, gun crimes, and sexual assaults are all on the rise, so it’s no wonder Canadians say they feel less safe. Does the Liberal government have a plan?PoliticsJun 2
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As Poilievre floats notwithstanding clause for bail reform, Virani criticalConservative Leader Pierre Poilievre suggested using the notwithstanding clause for bail reform if elected. The Liberal justice minister says it should be a last resort.CanadaApr 30
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Online Harms Act not about ‘insults launched from a smartphone’: ministerJustice Minister Arif Virani defended against criticism that the Liberals’ sweeping new online harms bill could have a chilling effect on free speech.CanadaMar 3
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The West Block Transcript – Episode 25, Season 13Remembering former prime minister Brian Mulroney: his wins, his losses, and his impact on our country. He was known as Canada’s great deal maker at a tumultuous time in history.PoliticsMar 3
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Meta open to Online Harms Act talks, Pornhub reviewing legislationWhile specific platforms covered by the Online Harms Act aren't known yet, web giant Meta says it is open to working with Ottawa while Pornhub is reviewing the legislation.CanadaFeb 27
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Poilievre wants X-rays to curb auto theft. Liberals say issue’s more complexConservative Leader Pierre Poilievre plans to buy more X-ray scanners at ports to curb auto thefts, while the Liberals say putting the brakes on these crimes is more complicated.CanadaFeb 6
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Medically assisted death for mental illness delayed until 2027: ministerHealth Minister Mark Holland says that Canada will not expand medical assistance in dying for people suffering solely from a mental illness until 2027.CanadaFeb 1
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MAID expansion coming? 5 questions Canada’s justice minister needs to considerJustice Minister Arif Virani says Canada is still weighing the options on whether or not to expand medical assistance in dying to people suffering solely from mental illness.PoliticsDec 27, 2023
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