Justice Canada
In Canada, the administration of justice is a shared jurisdiction between the federal government, the provinces and the territories. The Department of Justice Canada provides a national legal framework, primarily in the following areas: criminal law (including youth criminal justice), access to justice, aboriginal law, public law and private international law. The Policy Centre for […]
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is a federal agency that administers the Citizenship Act and the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act. IRCC facilitates the settlement of immigrants in Canada, except in Quebec, where the Ministère de l’Immigration, de la Diversité et de l’Inclusion (MIDI) assumes this responsibility. It handles programs and services related to […]
Policy Center for Victims
The Centre is responsible for implementing the Federal Victims Strategy, with the aim of strengthening the voice of victims of crime in the criminal justice system. It develops policy, administers the Victims Fund and shares information on issues of importance to victims of crime.
Office of the Federal Ombudsman for Victims of Crime
The Office of the Federal Ombudsman for Victims of Crime aims to ensure that the Government of Canada fulfills its responsibilities to victims of crime. The Ombudsman’s mandate deals exclusively with matters of federal jurisdiction. The Office can answer your questions about your rights as a victim of crime. It is also mandated to receive […]
Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA)
The role of the Canada Border Services Agency is to manage and monitor Canada’s borders and ensure the country’s security. The Agency is also responsible for the detention and removal of people who do not have the right to enter or remain in Canada.