Do you support Bill C-51, which expands local police and intelligence agencies’ authority to prevent terrorism?

Yes, but they should be monitored carefully so they don't step over the line.

There is no doubt we are presently living in a dystopian world, but in western countries tend to see this through "rose colored glasses". I personally believe, we are in a global crisis. This emerging terrorism, is a symptom of these corporation wars for the control of foreign resources i.e., oil. These Middle Eastern countries have a feudal age mindset and are acting much like Europeans did a thousand years ago. Some radicals are, in fact envious of the progressive nature of democratic countries, and seek to destroy what they could never achieve through peace and prosperity.

I would support it as long as it doesn’t infringe on citizens charter rights. Freedom of speech being one of the most important in a democracy.

I don’t have knowledge on this

Yes, As long as they are not arresting with out reason

Yes, with the purpose of more security but police and spy agencies should be monitored to make sure that they do not abuse the power that was given to them.

Not entirely, police powers should be limited in how much they can interfere with citizens right to privacy.

no not at all this is violent and taken away someones right to feeling safe this is a violation of someones life they cant be ditained for a suspition this is not right

unless there in a warranted reason to suspect one of being a threat to a nations national security or people, I see no need.

This bill could be good as long as it is Practice lightly. It is important to me that the average citizen is not monitored 24/7

Sure but thus requires officers to undergo more education on the true meaning of terrorism and what it looks like as people tend to associate terrorism with one specific group of individuals when it is predominantly done by others.

The definition of terrorism seems to get lost in translation and people tend to stick it to a certain group of people. Further education and knowledge is needed for this bill.

Yes, but ONLY if police take a college or university course in Law. The majority of Police officers have no idea what the laws actually mean they are arresting people for! If you are a public servant you should be held to a high standard.

"I firmly believe in the importance of our local police and intelligence agencies taking the required steps to safeguard our national security. It is their duty to protect citizens from potential threats while respecting individual privacy.

As for Bill C-51, which seeks to enhance the powers of these agencies to combat terrorism, it's crucial to strike a balance between security and personal freedoms. Finding this equilibrium is a complex challenge, but we must ensure that any expansion of authority is subject to stringent checks and balances. The safety of our nation is paramount, but so is the preservation of our civil liberties. It is essential that we scrutinize this legislation with a keen eye to ensure it maintains this equilibrium."

I think that police shouldn't have their funding cut, but I don't think they should put all their resources into preventing terrorism when there are more pressing local issues.

not all foreigners are terrorists

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no, police shouldnt be given that much power at all

It gives them too much power, racism would be big.

the question is vague and does not speak fully of what Bill c-51 really is

Yes as long as they don't take advantage of the right and use it properly

Only proven terrorists should be deported and monitored. Monitoring suspected terrorists and deporting them can lead to minorities being falsely targeted.

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No, unless there is sufficient evidence to suspect a threat to public safety

Yes, but with limits so people are not discriminated against.

Somewhat. But I dont like the idea of them looking into our personal info

I dont understand.

I don;t know

No comment as I have not collected enough information upon this stance.

Yes, but they should have to fill out a report as to the reason behind their actions and another officer whom they have no connections with should have to verify these reasons with their own investigation.

Yes but know what your doing and dont get carried away

local police is to keep like, the neighbourhood safe, and stop crimes, not really stop terrorism. i think stopping terrorism is more military's job

never heard if this before

i support it because sometimes they do need accsess to that type of information but then again its like there invading your privacy which is wrong

ive never heard of this

i do knot have enough information about his to provide an answer

we need further guidelines and rules with everything reported to the public

Yes, but It is still a slippery slope.

To be honest, No, but at the same time, I think that the police and intelligence agencies" could be doing more.

i believe in preventing terrorism, but that should just be a police job and nit have to be a bill.

some parts yes, some no

I am unfamiliar with the Bill

In its current state, no. Need to address scope, and oversight. Once that is done then I might support it depending on if changes introduce different problems or not.

Yes, so long as the attempts do not violate the rights and freedoms protected by the Canadian constitution and Charter of Rights and Freedoms.

Yes, so long as it does not interfere with the privacy and rights of citizens.

I don't a flying poopyhead about terrorism

Yes as long as it factual and no biases.

yes and no i guess

I don't really know much about it to have a fair opinion about it.

No opinion as am not familiar with what is all in this Bill

I believe Bill C-51 is important but there should be limits if police think that positive religious wear is a sign of terrorism.

Don’t know enough about bill C-51

Yes, but keep a large watch on them.

Yes, but the bill is a bit vague regarding certain issues, and could be taken advantage of

Yes, so long as it doesn't interrupt the rights of Canadian dissenters to peacefully organize and protest. The bill should be completely transparent, vagueness leads to mistrust, and often abuse of power. I don't think any rational-thinking/law abiding Canadian would be against the government's anti-terrorism efforts, however, if there is concern about the broad language in Bill C-51, it should be addressed.

No, it makes it easier for the police to target minorities

acab but sometimes we need them t keep the country safe, make sure that if hiring more cops that they are good people

Yes, as long as restriction are put in place to prevent the abuse of power

I don't personally know enough about this topic to make a desicion

I do not have enough information to choose whether or not I support Bill C-51.

no, not until they take a test every year to make sure there is no corrupt/racist cops

No, the police do not have proper training to handle these kind of situations.

I support it to an extent. This could lead to more unjustified racism and racial profiling. But I do want terrorism to be prevented.

Honestly majority of police use their power wrongly

Only with a few more restrictions, if this bill is being only to stop terrorism then i would be supporting the bill, but if it has any other side effects then i will take some restraint to support the bill.

yes, although they should also have t have accountability for their actions and have diverse background, so their are no prejudices , or biasts.

somewhat, i believe it could turn into a police state, but if managed correctly, it could be beneficial.

Yes, only if the bill becomes clearer on the exact authorities that are being expanded, in order to protect the rights of legitimate dissenters and protest groups. Something with this amount of power requires strict wording and guidelines.

Yes, but in very precarious situations and not to the extremity of violating individual rights. (

Absolutely no spying on citizens. We didn’t choose to be born in Canada. And no government should have any right to spy on there native population.

The police system is so bad and it needs to be fixed asap.

i support it as long as everyone is held innocent until proven guilty and is given the same rights as everyone else

Yes. However Local police should not have any sort of power given that they are civil servants already and have enough power to deal with the issues they know how to deal with. The intelligence agencys definitely should be allowed to do so however, as it's what they do and they should also increase opportunity for potential jobs in canada. Although they're may not be a multitude of terrorism in canada currently , csis as a counter terrorist and counter intelligence agency should be allowed to almost do as they please in regard to this

JEWS are the tererists

prior to supporting the Bill C-51 further details would be required on the issues of budget, scope, oversight, accountability and enforcement for the prevention of terrorism; that said the Canadian government does need to expand police power to address the rising terrorism and help protect Canada and it's people at home and abroad.

As it stands defending the police doesn't seem like a bad idea to promote mental health services.

It's fine the way it is

yes, as long as they don't abuse it

yes, but only to prevent terrorism and nothing else.

I do not have an opinion on the matter

no- because they may say that it is for protection but then innocent people who have done nothing start getting accused because of their beliefs.

I don't understand these bills. The wording is so pretentious and I think is written to have loopholes. It's giving me a brain aneurism.

like keep them in line or sum

Uncertain. While it would be beneficial, I consider the risk of it costing people's safety with the possibility that the government may start using these against the people. I.E Invasion of privacy and heightened power. I prefer that I own a gun as a reliable form of protection, other than relying on other forces that I am not confident with.

Yes. So long as that’s the objective and not to just “listen” in on ALL of us ALL the time.

Yes and no, there are good parts and other parts that need more clarity.

Yes, assuming the government and federal/military forces are able to intervene and given seniority in times when multiple organizations must work in tandem.

Yes, but citizens should be allowed to be made aware of the process to increase accountability, and the scope should be increased to all crime.

I don’t have enough knowledge to give an accurate answer.

Yes but there needs to be some whistleblowers to make sure we don’t spy on our own citizens, as Edward Snowden had exposed some agencies in the past

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Im not for or against it.

More information is needed for a proper decision

Yes, however it depends if there's no exploitation.

Yes, I believe they should be able to do their jobs in protecting us, but not if they will use their power to racially profile. There should be no racial profiling, but actual protection and legitimate acts of protection

Don’t know what it is

no so adam can bomb buildings and hit them with planes

i think they should but we’ll me

I do not have an opinion at this time.