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Anju Dhillon

  • Member of Parliament
  • Liberal
  • Dorval—Lachine—LaSalle
  • Quebec
  • Voting Attendance: 67%
  • Expenses Last Quarter: $103,608.23

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Context: House Hansard - 189 - May/2/23
Ms. Anju Dhillon (Dorval—Lachine—LaSalle, Lib.)
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to express my eternal gratitude to my colleagues in this chamber, who voted unanimously for Bill C-233, also known as Keira’s law. I extend my heartfelt appreciation to Senator Dalphond, who sponsored the bill in the Senate, and the senators, organizations and individuals who supported this fundamental change to the Criminal Code of Canada. Last week, the bill received royal assent. My colleagues have all worked together to help break the cycle of violence and empower those who are suffering. This legislation will strengthen laws surrounding domestic violence and coercive control. For the first time ever under the Criminal Code, coercive control will have to be taken into consideration, since it is guaranteed that all judges will receive training on domestic violence and coercive control. In addition, electronic bracelets will provide greater safety and peace of mind for complainants. This law sends a clear message to abusive spouses: Our justice system is equipped to monitor all aspects of their behaviour, even the subtle and devious ones.
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Context: House Hansard - 77 - May/30/22
Ms. Anju Dhillon
Madam Speaker, I thank my colleague for her comments and her thoughts. I sense a great deal of passion as well. To answer her question, I think we have to continue working with the provinces. As a member from Quebec, I am truly proud of the legislation that Quebec passed on electronic bracelets. I hope we will be able to continue working with the provinces and territories to combat family and intimate partner violence against women.
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