![]() The WPP provides protection to individuals who are subject to substantial threats, intimidation or violence for having assisted or agreed to assist in a matter relating to an inquiry or the investigation or prosecution of an offence. This report strives to provide as much information as possible to the Canadian public without compromising the effectiveness and security of the Program, its protectees and Canadians. To avoid jeopardizing the safety and security of employees and protected persons, the information in this report has been provided at the aggregate level. The activities and figures included in this report are based on the services provided by the Program between April 1, 2020 and March 31, 2021. During the 2020-21 reporting period, the Program experienced a variety of added challenges however, it also found opportunities to address areas for improvement and adapt where necessary. In March of 2020, the World Health Organization declared the COVID-19 outbreak a pandemic and Canadian provinces and territories declared states of emergency, entering lockdowns. It is essential that the Canadian public has the confidence to provide information or assistance to law enforcement and security agencies without the fear of retribution or retaliation. Witness protection continues to be an effective tool in combatting serious organized crime. The Commissioner has the responsibility to promote law enforcement, national security, national defense and public safety by facilitating the protection of persons who are at risk of harm due to their assistance or their relationship with someone who provides such assistance. ![]() The Commissioner of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) is designated as the administrator of the Program and determines whether a witness should be admitted to the Program. This is the 25th annual report on the federal Witness Protection Program (WPP, or Program), which was submitted to the Minister of Public Safety on June 30, 2021, as required by section 16 of the Witness Protection Program Act (WPPA). ![]() Federal Witness Protection Program - Annual report: 2020-2021 Introduction ![]()
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