Aug 26, 1999 - CJC reiterates support for existing gun control law
Ottawa - The Annual General Meeting of the Canadian Police Association (CPA) is slated this Friday to vote on a motion calling for the CPA to withdraw its support from the new system for the licensing and registration of firearms. Canadian Jewish Congress (CJC), reacting to the motion, reiterated its support for Bill C-68, the recently enacted gun control law.
"Canadian Jewish Congress, along with the CPA and the Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police, consistently has supported the principle of firearms licensing and registration," stated Mark Weintraub, CJC’s National Chair of Community Relations. "Especially in light of the recent rash of hate-motivated shootings in the United States, we believe Canada’s exemplary police forces and the legislation act as main lines of defence in our country’s efforts to remain a peaceful community committed to the rule of law."
"We are aware that some groups have expressed concerns regarding the implementation of the government’s registration system," added Sheva Medjuck, CJC’s National Chair of Social Action. "The government should take note of these concerns to maintain the integrity of the system and, where necessary, make it more efficient and user friendly. The vast majority of Canadians continue to support the new law as a crucial step forward in ensuring that Canada becomes less rather than more of a violent society."
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Contact: Eric Vernon Director of Ottawa Advocacy Office Canadian Jewish Congress 100 Sparks Street #650 Ottawa, Ontario K1P 5B7 (613) 233-8703
