Bill C-15 by Kellie Auld

CristianB said

What stands out to me most is Division 5 and the idea of exemption powers without transparency. Even if the intention is to improve efficiency, giving ministers or officials the ability to bypass statutory obligations without public disclosure feels like a major shift. Basic safeguards like reporting requirements and parliamentary oversight should be standard in any situation like that.

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I think it is important to separate intent from impact here. Governments often justify these kinds of provisions by saying they need flexibility to respond to complex situations. That might be true in some cases, but the concern is what happens after the power is granted. Once it exists, it can be used in ways that go beyond the original intent, which is why checks and balances are so important.