• Feds defend extradition treaty talks with UAE amid concerns

  Source: Global News Politics
  Date: 2026-11-02 21:34:30.0
  Tags: [National, Trade, Justice, Public Safety, Defence, Economy]

  The federal government is defending its decision to initiate negotiations on an extradition treaty and a mutual legal assistance treaty with the United Arab Emirates, alongside a newly signed free-trade agreement and potential investments up to $70 billion. Civil society organizations, including Inter Pares and Amnesty International Canada, have raised serious human rights concerns regarding the UAE's record of arbitrary detentions, unfair trials, and alleged geopolitical support for militia conflicts in Sudan. Department of Justice spokesperson Kwame Bonsu defended the treaties, stating they will enhance international cooperation in prosecuting serious cross-border crimes such as money laundering, drug trafficking, and cybercrime.

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• Ontario Strengthening Enforcement Against Illegal Cannabis Retail Operations

  Source: Ontario - Ministry of the Attorney General
  Date: 2026-10-19 16:13:00.0
  Tags: [Ontario, Justice, Public Safety, Economy, Governance]

  The Ontario government announced proposed legislative changes to grant the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) expanded enforcement authorities against illegal cannabis storefronts and online operations, including the power to conduct inspections, seize illegal products and equipment, and issue administrative monetary penalties. The measures aim to address illegal retailers, who currently account for approximately 30 per cent of cannabis sales in the province, while protecting consumers and supporting the roughly 1,800 authorized cannabis retailers operating legally across Ontario.

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