Canada Strengthens Law Enforcement Powers to Combat Rising Digital Crime
Canada has unveiled Bill C-22, a legislative measure intended to enhance law enforcement and intelligence capabilities against rising digital crime and security threats. The rapid expansion of technology has fostered an environment where criminals exploit platforms such as smartphones and messaging apps to commit crimes ranging from online sexual abuse and fraud to terrorism and organized crime. By granting broader access to digital data, this bill empowers agencies like the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) and the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) to better gather intelligence critical to preventing and investigating complex criminal activities. The legislation aims to address vulnerabilities... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Mar 2026 17:15
Canada boosts law enforcement powers to combat rising digital crime and security threats
Canada’s federal government has introduced strengthened legal measures to enhance law enforcement capabilities against evolving criminal threats. Recognizing that crime increasingly operates through complex digital and global networks, new amendments to the Criminal Code will empower police forces and the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) to investigate and disrupt these activities more effectively. These enhancements target a broad range of criminal activity, spanning from street-level offenses to terrorism and other national security risks. By equipping agencies with improved investigative tools, the government aims to respond proactively to the sophisticated methods criminals use today. This shift is significant for public safety,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Mar 2026 17:09
