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TORONTO: The Public Order Emergency Commission (also known at the Rouleau Commission) is now accepting comments from members of the public on their experiences, views, observations, and ideas about the federal government’s response to the Freedom Convoy and use of the Emergencies Act. The Canadian Constitution Foundation (CCF) has launched a website to provide guidance to the public on how to make a submission, including background information on the Emergencies Act and its invocation, as well as questions for the public to consider and stylistic suggestions.

“Writing a public comment can be hard. These comments may be quoted in the hearings, or in the Commission’s final report. But it is imperative that the Commission hear from members of the public and understand the full impact on citizens of the federal government’s illegal and unconstitutional use of the Emergencies Act. This is a chance for members of the public to tell their story,” said CCF Litigation Director, Christine Van Geyn.

The CCF’s website encourages both protest participants and observers to send in comment to explain their experiences and feelings around the protests and the government’s historic use of the Emergencies Act.

 

“Public participation in this historic inquiry is essential. We are encouraging members of the public to tell their own stories using their own words, and provide important background, context and style advice to make this process easier for them. We wish to encourage high quality comments from the public that will provide the Commission with the perspective they need to fulfill their mandate,” concluded Van Geyn