Ontario Strengthening Bail to Protect Communities from Criminals

April 30, 2025

• The current bail system is letting violent, repeat offenders back into our communities and onto our streets, at times just days after they have been arrested and accused of serious crimes.
• That is why our government is cracking down with tougher rules, stronger enforcement and faster action to keep repeat offenders behind bars, where they belong.
• We’re introducing legislative changes that would improve and increase the collection of forfeited bail monies by requiring sureties to provide up-to-date information in accordance with future regulations.
• We’re introducing permanent Intensive Serious Violent Crime Bail Teams (ISVCBTs), made up of dedicated prosecutors who work with provincial and local police services to present the most persuasive case possible at a bail hearing in the case of serious and violent crimes.
• We’re working towards the establishment of a new user fee system for those subject to GPS ankle monitoring as determined by the courts as a condition of bail or release, with the funds potentially used to offset program costs or support victim services.
• And we’re also calling on the newly elected federal government to join us by strengthening bail to protect victims of crime.
• Our government is taking bold action to keep Ontarians safe, protect our most vulnerable, and build a more effective justice system.