Section 329 of the Canada Elections Act

Government of Canada provides update on recommendations to combat foreign interference

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, April 6, 2023

OTTAWA, ON, April 6, 2023 /CNW/ - The Government of Canada takes any attempt at foreign interference, including in Canada's democratic institutions and processes, very seriously.

Key Points: 
  • OTTAWA, ON, April 6, 2023 /CNW/ - The Government of Canada takes any attempt at foreign interference, including in Canada's democratic institutions and processes, very seriously.
  • Specifically, the report outlines that, along with ministers and national security agencies, the new National Counter-Foreign Interference Coordinator will work to bolster public communications on foreign interference.
  • The government remains committed to defending Canada's democracy against interference and upholding Canadians' confidence in our institutions.
  • On March 6, 2023, the Government of Canada announced a series of measures to take further action on foreign interference and strengthen Canadians' confidence in our democracy.

Publication of the Commissioner of Canada Elections' 2021 Annual Report

Retrieved on: 
Friday, June 17, 2022

The report provides an overview of the Office's activities during the year, including the ongoing work related to the 2021 general election and previous elections.

Key Points: 
  • The report provides an overview of the Office's activities during the year, including the ongoing work related to the 2021 general election and previous elections.
  • It includes a summary of compliance and enforcement measures taken in 2021, as well as statistics on complaints and referrals received by the Office.
  • This report marks the last annual report from Commissioner Yves Ct.
  • The Commissioner of Canada Elections is the independent officer responsible for ensuring compliance with, and enforcement of, the Canada Elections Act and the federal Referendum Act.