Vancouver Centre Conservatives warmly welcomed Arpan Khanna, Member of Parliament for Oxford and Conservative National Outreach Chair, on October 5th, where we learned more about his Jail not Bail Act (Bill C-242).
Here in Vancouver and across Canada, we deserve to feel safe. The Liberal catch-and-release bail regime has put repeat violent offenders back on our streets again and again. We see the tragic consequences every day.
We enjoyed hearing more about MP Khanna’s call to scrap Liberal bail and pass the Jail not Bail Act immediately.
C-242 repeals the failed Liberal “principle of restraint,” strengthens bail for major violent and organized crimes like extortion and home invasion, requires judges to consider an accused’s criminal history and stops prolific offenders from vouching for other criminals.
Law enforcement and survivors across Canada see firsthand the damage done by the Liberal bail system and know why C-242 must pass quickly.
“We support this bill as it strengthens Canada’s bail system by ensuring that public safety is prioritized in decisions about interim release…By addressing repeat and violent offenders, it closes critical gaps that have too often placed our communities and victims at risk. These amendments represent a necessary step toward greater accountability, protection and confidence in our justice system.”
Debbie Henderson, family spokesperson and aunt of Bailey McCourt
“Our family is living with a permanent hole in our hearts because of a tragedy that should never have happened. The person who took our loved one’s life was out on probation, waiting for detox treatment – yet still free to cause irreversible harm. We support the Jail Not Bail Act because it puts victims and public safety first. This bill is not just policy – it’s a lifeline for future victims, and a promise that their lives will matter.”
C Trang, advocate and daughter of murder victim Hung Trang
“The Jail Not Bail Act is therefore more than legislation — it is an essential corrective- a lifeline capable of disrupting the revolving door of abuse and saving innocent lives.”
Cait Alexander, End Violence Everywhere
“The proposed ideas will put victims and communities first, restoring the balance that is desperately needed at a time when youth violence and gun crimes are out of control and innocent victims are paying the ultimate price. We would encourage all levels of government to set aside their political differences and do what’s right.”
Toronto Police Association
Conservatives will continue to fight for bail reform and to stand with law-abiding Canadians to restore safe communities.