Quebec to table anti-radicalization bill after 10 teens arrested at Trudeau airport

Will be interesting to see and contrast with federal government approach and if it includes greater emphasis on “softer” prevention measures, not just security provisions:

“We always are concerned about this, given the fact that it seems to be our youth — born here — in our learning institutions,” said Quebec Premier Philippe Couillard on Wednesday. “That is why we will come very soon with a policy that is going to be broad, that will also include the prevention, detection and also other measures from the legislative point of view.”

The government did not elaborate on any details about the proposed legislation, but said it plans to table its bill before June 12.

Quebec to table anti-radicalization bill after 10 teens arrested at Trudeau airport – Montreal – CBC News.

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