Rights groups criticize government “most wanted” lists
In a statement issued today, the BCCLA and other rights groups express their deep concerns about the government‟s use of “most wanted” lists to enlist the public in tracking down […]
Torture evidence should not be used against Canadians
In a letter sent today to Minister of Justice Robert Nicholson, the BCCLA calls on him to ensure that Canadian citizens are protected against foreign prosecutions relying on evidence derived […]
Young people are not criminals, BCCLA reminds VPD
The BCCLA has written the Vancouver Police Department reminding it that young people are not criminals. Immediately after the Stanley Cup riot in Vancouver, the mayor and police chief were […]
RCMP author of Taser e-mail now advising BC on police accountability
The BCCLA has confirmed that the police officer whose e-mail brought the Robert Dziekanski inquiry to a halt for months is now advising the provincial government on the formation of […]
When police kill civilians: It’s time we got straight answers
Murray Mollard, Special to the Vancouver Sun Published: Tuesday, October 30, 2007 On Oct. 14, Robert Dziekanski died at Vancouver International Airport after the RCMP used their Taser guns to […]
Voter-ID law would go too far
Globe and Mail by Murray Mollard Come next election, the Government of Canada wants you to show identification when you vote. Bill C-31 – under discussion again yesterday by the […]
