I am deeply concerned by Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre’s shameful comments questioning the independence of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police.
Mr. Poilievre — this is Canada.
What makes our country strong, and truly free, is our unwavering commitment to the rule of law.
In Canada, our police and our courts operate independently from government and politicians. That means no politician can order, direct, or interfere with a police investigation.
This independence is a cornerstone of our democracy. It protects every Canadian’s rights, keeps politics out of the justice system, and ensures that decisions are made based on evidence and law — not influence or power.
That’s what makes Canada a country where no one is above the law.
That’s what keeps us free.
