This is what you have to say about Bill C-51

Canadians from coast to coast have been using our handy letter-to-the-editor tool to publish their thoughts on secret police Bill C-51. Here are some great examples of people who have spoken out. Stop promotion of a fear society - Midland Mirror Conservative MPs Patrick Brown, Kellie Leitch and Bruce Stanton have a duty and a responsibility to their constituents to consult, discuss and have the people decide the legitimacy of Bill C-51, the Anti-Terrorist Act, and whether the government should stop the promotion of a fear society.

The measures contained in the government’s act bring the issue of rights and the need to affirm them to the forefront. Many have pointed out that the bill attacks civil liberties, rights to political dissent, First Nations rights, privacy rights, rights to expression and the rights which are said to be protected by the Charter of Rights and Freedoms.

It is becoming known as the Secret Police Bill C-51. This legislation is reckless, dangerous and ineffective.

This bill disproportionately targets indigenous communities, environmental activists, dissidents and Muslims, many of whom are already subjected to questionable and overreaching powers by security officials.

This bill will make it easier and ostensibly lawful for government to continue infringing upon the rights of peaceful people.

I encourage Canadians to learn more at StopC51.ca.

Christine Nugent, Springwater

Anti-terror bill alarming

- Newmarket Era

I am alarmed and opposed to the Harper government’s Bill C51. Ramming this legislation with little debate is an egregious abuse of power.

I believe this bill will violate Canadian’s Charter Rights and criminalize free expression and compromise our privacy. The lack of oversight is extremely concerning.

I am disappointed my MP, Lois Brown, and other Conservative MPs support this dangerous legislation.

On March 14, Canadians had an opportunity to express their opposition to Bill C-51 by attending their local emergency day of action.

Many chose to do so, which proves more debate needs to take place.

I encourage Canadians to learn more about how we can work together to stop the “Secret Police Bill” C-51 at: StopC51.ca.

Pamela Allard

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