Alberta
Second Calgary youth arrested in ongoing RCMP National Security investigation
On October 13, 2023, the RCMP Federal Policing Integrated National Security Enforcement Team (INSET) in Alberta, with support from the Calgary Police Service, arrested a 15-year-old Calgary youth for terrorism-related offences. The arrest follows that of a 20-year-old individual and a youth, both from Calgary, who were previously arrested as part of the ongoing investigation.
The youth was subsequently released on a Recognizance with a number of conditions pending the outcome of a Terrorism Peace Bond application initiated under s. 810.011 of the Criminal Code. The individual is scheduled to appear in Calgary Provincial Court on November 6, 2023.
The Youth Criminal Justice Act prevents any further release of information regarding this individual. As the criminal investigation is ongoing and before the courts, the RCMP will not be making any further comments at this time.
The RCMP is committed to working in partnership with both domestic and foreign agencies to keep Canadians safe and secure and protect Canadian interests at home and abroad.
The RCMP encourages citizens to remain vigilant and report any information on terrorism or related suspicious activity to the National Security Information Network at 1-800-420-5805 or by email at [email protected] or to their local police. If there is an immediate threat to your safety, please call 911.
Background
June 21, 2023
Youth subject to terrorism peace bond following RCMP Federal Policing investigation
Calgary – On June 15, 2023, the RCMP Federal Policing Integrated National Security Enforcement Team (INSET), with support from the Calgary Police Service, arrested a youth in relation to terrorism offences.
The youth appeared in court in relation to s. 810.011 of the Criminal Code – Fear of terrorism offence. The youth was released from custody pending a future court appearance and is subject to a number of strict conditions.
The Youth Criminal Justice Act prevents any further release of information regarding this individual. As the criminal investigation is ongoing and before the courts, the RCMP will not be making any further comments at this time.
The RCMP is committed to working in partnership with both domestic and foreign agencies to keep Canadians safe and secure and protect Canadian interests at home and abroad.
The RCMP encourages citizens to remain vigilant and report any information on terrorism or related suspicious activity to the National Security Information Network at 1-800-420-5805 or by email at [email protected] or to their local police. If there is an immediate threat to your safety, please call 911.
June 16, 2023
Individual facing four terrorism-related charges following RCMP Federal Policing investigation
Calgary – On June 15, 2023, the RCMP Federal Policing Integrated National Security Enforcement Team (INSET), with support from the Calgary Police Service, arrested a Calgary resident in relation to terrorism offences.
A 20-year-old individual appeared in court today and was charged with:
- Two counts of Facilitating a terrorist activity contrary to section 83.19 of the Criminal Code; and,
- Two counts of Participating in or contributing to, directly or indirectly, an activity of a terrorist group contrary to section 83.18(1) of the Criminal Code.
The individual was remanded into custody pending a future court appearance.
As the criminal investigation is ongoing and before the courts, the RCMP will not be making any further comments at this time.
The RCMP is committed to working in partnership with both domestic and foreign agencies to keep Canadians safe and secure and protect Canadian interests at home and abroad.
The RCMP encourages citizens to remain vigilant and report any information on terrorism or related suspicious activity to the National Security Information Network at 1-800-420-5805 or by email at [email protected] or to their local police. If there is an immediate threat to your safety, please call 911.
Alberta
Official statement from Premier Danielle Smith and Energy Minister Brian Jean on the start-up of the Trans Mountain Pipeline
Alberta
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“Yesterday, Calgary city council passed a motion advocating for permanent residents to be extended the right to vote in civic elections. Alberta’s government has been clear since the beginning: only Canadian citizens are able to vote in civic elections. That will not be changing.
“The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms affirms the right of every Canadian citizen to vote and to run as a candidate. This right extends to voters in municipal, provincial and federal elections.
“Protecting our democracy is of the utmost importance. Our provincial election legislation, like the Local Authorities Elections Act, has also been clear since its inception that voting is a right of Canadian citizens.
“Alberta’s government is also ensuring that voting is accessible for more Albertans. The Municipal Affairs Statutes Amendment Act proposes to enable special ballot access for any voter who requests it, without having to provide any specific reason such as physical disability, absence from the municipality or working for the municipal election. The ministries of Seniors, Community and Social Services and Service Alberta and Red Tape Reduction are also making it easier for individuals to obtain the identification Albertans need for a variety of services, including the ability to cast a ballot.
“Our government will continue to protect the integrity of our elections and make sure voting is accessible for all Albertans who are Canadian citizens.”
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