Ottawa

Don’t go building firewalls

The Prime Minister responds to the complaints of Ontario and Quebec about his government’s crime policies.

Look, it’s – there’s constitutional responsibilities of all governments to enforce laws and protect people, and I’ve seen the data. I think the people of Ontario and Quebec expect that their government will work with the federal government to make sure we have safe streets and safe communities. 

Ontario and Quebec have been joined by Prince Edward Island and Newfoundland.

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