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C-9 Bill: A New Approach to Hate Crimes - The government proposes a new bill, C-9, to create a distinct hate crime offense, aiming to address the surge in reported hate crimes, such as antisemitic and Muslim-targeted incidents, which have seen a 169% jump since 2018. The bill, currently in the Senate, seeks to provide law enforcement with a clearer path to identify, document, and prosecute these acts, acknowledging their deeper harm to communities. However, experts emphasize the need for effective use of these tools by police and prosecutors to avoid potential misuse or underinvestigation.

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