Minister Fraser to hold press conference on bail and sentencing reforms to combat copper theft


June 22, 2026 – London, Ontario – Department of Justice Canada

The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, will hold a press conference on the passing of the Bail and Sentencing Act (Bill C-14), with over 80 targeted changes to the Criminal Code. Bill C-14 is one of three major criminal justice reforms to receive Royal Assent last week. The press conference will highlight the Act’s new aggravating factors for copper theft.

Also in attendance will be:

  • Peter Fragiskatos, Member of Parliament for London Centre
  • Arielle Kayabaga, Member of Parliament for London West
  • Josh Morgan, Mayor of London
  • Ysni Semsedini, CEO, London Hydro

A media availability will follow.

Date: Wednesday, June 24, 2026
Time: 9:30 a.m. ET
Location: 111 Horton Street East
                  London, Ontario
                  N6A 4H6

Notes for media:

  • Members of the media are asked to contact media@justice.gc.ca to confirm their attendance and to arrive 15 minutes before the start of the event.
  • The press conference and media availability will be streamed on the Justice Canada YouTube channel.



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