Ontario Strengthening Bail to Protect Communities from Criminals

The current bail system is letting violent, repeat offenders back into our communities and onto our streets, at times just days after they have been arrested and accused of serious crimes.

That is why our government is cracking down with tougher rules, stronger enforcement and faster action to keep repeat offenders behind bars, where they belong.

We’re introducing legislative changes that would improve and increase the collection of forfeited bail monies by requiring sureties to provide up-to-date information in accordance with future regulations.

We’re introducing permanent Intensive Serious Violent Crime Bail Teams (ISVCBTs), made up of dedicated prosecutors who work with provincial and local police services to present the most persuasive case possible at a bail hearing in the case of serious and violent crimes.

We’re working towards the establishment of a new user fee system for those subject to GPS ankle monitoring as determined by the courts as a condition of bail or release, with the funds potentially used to offset program costs or support victim services.

And we’re also calling on the newly elected federal government to join us by strengthening bail to protect victims of crime.

Our government is taking bold action to keep Ontarians safe, protect our most vulnerable, and build a more effective justice system.

Learn More: https://news.ontario.ca/en/release/1005856/ontario-strengthening-bail-to-protect-communities-from-criminals

Ontario Protecting Communities and Victims of Crime

Our government is taking action to deliver justice for those who have been victimized by heinous crimes.

We’re making regulatory changes to protect children against sex trafficking by strengthening Christopher’s Law to include child sex traffickers on the Ontario Sex Offender Registry.

We’re increasing tools to address intimate partner violence by making restraining orders against abusers more accessible.

To help combat human trafficking in the hotels and short-term rentals sector, Ontario will bring into force the Accommodation Sector Registration of Guests Act, 2021 on January 1, 2026.

The province will also be proceeding with consultations to support implementation of Bill 41, the Protection from Coerced Debts Incurred in relation to Human Trafficking Act, 2023. This Act, when implemented, would reduce the financial hardship survivors face because of human trafficking, helping them to make progress on their path to recovery.

Alongside new legislation, Ontario is also renewing its Anti-Human Trafficking Strategy from 2025-2030 with an investment of more than $345 million over the same period.

Under the leadership of Premier Ford, our government is taking bold action to keep Ontario communities safe, protect our most vulnerable, and build a more effective justice system. 

Learn More: https://news.ontario.ca/en/release/1005864/ontario-protecting-communities-and-victims-of-crime