Foreign Interference Inquiry Resumes, Focuses on Canada’s Deterrence Capability

Published on September 16, 2024

The Foreign Interference Commission resumed public hearings Sept. 16, focusing on Canada’s ability counter foreign interference, with further discussion expected on allegations that some parliamentarians colluded with foreign actors. While previous hearings focused on past interference, the latest round will shift to examining how Canada can deter current and future threats. “Essentially, we will be examining the current capacity of government, departments, agencies, institutional structures, and governance processes to combat foreign interference, and how their ability to do so has evolved over time,” Commissioner Marie-Josée Hogue said during her opening remarks. Several stakeholders and their representatives spoke at the hearing, including Conservative MP Michael Chong’s counsel, Gib van Ert. He highlighted Chong’s concern about being targeted by China and the delays he experienced in learning about it from the federal government....

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