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Department of Justice Canada
Legal adviser to the Crown and steward of federal justice policy.
What this authority does
Drafts federal legislation, publishes the consolidated Justice Laws Website, and leads criminal and family law reform.
Services for the public
- Justice Laws Website
- Family law guidance
- Victims services
Before you contact this authority
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