June 6, 2025
Ottawa, ON – The following is a statement from National Police Federation President and C.E.O., Brian Sauvé, regarding the introduction of Bill C-2, the Strong Borders Act, which aims to strengthen Canada’s border security.
“We welcome the introduction of Bill C-2 as the federal government’s first piece of legislation, sending a strong and encouraging message that public safety is a top priority for this new government.
As Canada’s national police service, RCMP Members play a critical role in defending our borders, combatting transnational organized crime, investigating cyber threats, disrupting fentanyl and firearms trafficking, and enforcing laws that protect Canadians. In today’s increasingly complex criminal landscape, our Members require modern legislative tools, improved intelligence sharing, and the legal clarity to act decisively.
Bill C-2 includes important updates that reflect long-standing calls from law enforcement and the NPF to modernize Canada’s policing and intelligence frameworks. We are encouraged by provisions that strengthen lawful access to digital evidence, improve collaboration with FINTRAC and financial institutions, block the import of fentanyl and precursor chemicals, clarify legal parameters for officers conducting sensitive drug-related investigations, and make improvements to international data sharing, including updates to the National Sex Offender Registry.
In particular, the NPF has consistently emphasized the urgent need for better intelligence coordination across jurisdictions. In our March 2025 position statement on border security, we specifically recommended expanding integrated policing units and strengthening intelligence directives to support joint enforcement and meaningful information sharing. These capabilities are essential to disrupt increasingly sophisticated criminal networks operating across and beyond our borders.
While Bill C-2 is a strong first step, it must be backed by timely action, including sufficient resourcing and funding to bring these tools to life. The government’s commitment to hire 1,000 new RCMP Members is critical. Given the time required to train fully deployable RCMP officers, this process must begin immediately to deliver real, meaningful results for Canadians.
We look forward to working with Public Safety Canada and the Government of Canada to ensure these measures are properly implemented and supported. Our Members are ready to do their part, and we urge swift action to ensure they have the support and resources they need to protect Canadians.”
The National Police Federation (the NPF) represents ~20,000 RCMP Members serving across Canada and internationally. We are the largest police union in Canada. The NPF is focused on improving public safety for all Canadians, including our Members by advocating for much-needed investment in the public safety continuum. This includes investments in police resourcing and modern equipment, as well as social programs including health, addiction, and housing supports to enhance safety and livability in the many communities we serve, large and small, across Canada.
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