Liberal Foreign Interference Bill Includes Some ‘Good Tools’ for RCMP: Commissioner

RCMP Commissioner Mike Duheme waits to appear before the House of Commons Access to Information, Privacy and Ethics committee in Ottawa, on Feb. 27, 2024. The Canadian Press/ Adrian Wyld

The head of the RCMP says proposed federal legislation would equip the national police force with some “good tools” to address foreign interference.

RCMP commissioner Mike Duheme welcomes the prospect of new criminal provisions, stiffer penalties and a registry of people trying to influence Canadian policy.