Departmental Performance Report 2011-12

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Minister's Message

I am pleased to report on the achievements of the Department of Justice for 2011-12.

Over the past year, my Department focused on meeting two strategic outcomes—a fair, relevant and accessible justice system that reflects Canadian values; and a federal government that is supported by effective and responsive legal services.

The efforts to achieve these outcomes have been central to all aspects of the Department’s work: as a policy department; as a central agency within the government; and as a provider of advisory, litigation, and legislative and regulatory drafting services. Again this year, Justice officials continually provided excellent advice and support to the Government of Canada, enabling it to carry out its priorities in serving Canadians as effectively as possible.

One of the Government’s highest priorities is protecting Canadians—especially protecting children from sexual offenders and giving a voice to victims of crime. The Department has been at the heart of the Government’s efforts to make our streets and communities safer, improve public confidence in the justice system, and work toward a more balanced justice system that protects law-abiding Canadians and holds criminals accountable.

Finally, as part of our Government’s commitment to return to balanced budgets, the Department of Justice has been implementing cost-saving measures while continuing to provide excellent legal services and advice. Staff within the Department of Justice continue to carry out their tasks with a commitment to fiscal responsibility, a high level of professionalism and skill, and dedication to serving the Canadian public. I am grateful for their support in this past year and confident about the future.

This report describes what the Department of Justice has accomplished over the past year in carrying out its mandate and supporting the Government’s priorities. I invite you to read this report for further details.

 

 

 

 

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