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The BCCLA is vocal and active in the landscape of social justice, equity, and reform. We are committed to sharing relevant and timely news about the cases we’re involved in by providing expert commentary. Stay informed by connecting with the voices of our community. 

FEATURED COMMENTARY

A Message to Community

I am deeply honoured to join the BC Civil Liberties Association at a pivotal time...

Pulling Back the Curtain on Canada’s Mass Surveillance Programs – Part Two: The CSE Secret Spying Archive

Written by Greg McMullen Read Part 1: Pulling Back the Curtain on Canada’s Mass Surveillance...

The Mass Casualty Commission: Advocating with East Coast Prison Justice Society to Enhance Democratic Policing and Protect Marginalized People and Communities

Written by Megan McDermott In April 2020, a man impersonating an RCMP officer killed 22...

Canada’s Mass Incarceration of Indigenous Peoples – Part 1

Written by Safiyya Ahmad While the BCCLA works towards systemic change in the criminal legal...

Bill C-5: Canada’s Failure to Address the Mass Incarceration of Indigenous Peoples – Part 2

Written by Safiyya Ahmad The BCCLA continues to fight against the mass incarceration of Indigenous...