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AJC Advocates for You

The AJC advocates on behalf of its members with the federal government, policy makers, members of Parliament, senators, and Canadians to strengthen understanding of the essential role legal practitioners play in Canada’s justice system and public service.

The AJC also works with other unions and with national and provincial organizations that share common priorities, particularly on issues affecting Crown counsel and their conditions of employment.

The AJC President serves as the primary advocate for members, supported by elected representatives and key AJC staff. This includes the Vice-President of Advocacy & Communications, Vice-President of Health & Safety, Vice-President of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Accessibility, Vice-President of Labour Relations, Executive Director, General Counsel, Director of Advocacy & Bargaining, and Director of Representation Services.

Together, this work ensures that AJC members have a strong voice where decisions affecting their work and the federal justice system are made. 

Positions Before Parliament

AJC's position on Bill C-75

An Act to amend the Criminal Code, the Youth Criminal Justice Act and other Acts and to make consequential amendments to other Acts - Appearance before Standing Committee on Justice and Human Rights (JUST) on September 26th 2018 and before the Senate Standing Committee on Legal and Constitutional Affairs on May 14th 2019.

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AJC's position on Bill C-62

An Act to amend the Federal Public Sector Labour Relations Act and other Acts. - Appearance before the Standing Committee on Human Resources, Skills and Social Development and the Status of Persons with Disabilities (HUMA) on April 25th 2018.

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AJC's position on Bill C-337

An Act to amend the Judges Act and the Criminal Code (sexual assault) before the Standing Committee on the Status of Women (FEWO) on April 11th, 2017

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AJC's position on Bill C-377

Appearance before the Senate Committee (April 23, 2015)

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AJC's position on the Safe Streets and Communities Act (Bill C-10)

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AJC's response to Budget 2011 and its impact on DOJ

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Professionals Serving Canadians Coalition (including AJC) position on the 2012 Budget

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