The RCMP Federal Policing Integrated National Security Enforcement Team (INSET) in the Northwest Region has arrested and charged two individuals in separate investigations for uttering threats against several public figures.On May 10, INSET received information about a user on the social media platform "X," formerly known as Twitter, allegedly posting threats to kill Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. On June 6, Mason John Baker, a 23-year-old resident of Calgary, was charged with uttering threats against a person, contrary to section 264.1(1)(a) of the Criminal Code.A second investigation was launched on June 7, when INSET received information about a YouTube account user allegedly posting threats to kill Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland, and New Democrat Leader Jagmeet Singh. On June 13, Garry Belzevick, a 67-year-old resident of Edmonton, was charged with three counts of uttering threats against a person, also contrary to section 264.1(1)(a) of the Criminal Code.Baker is scheduled to appear at the Alberta Court of Justice in Calgary on July 23, while Belzevick is set to appear at the Alberta Court of Justice in Edmonton on July 25.The RCMP is mandated to investigate criminal offences related to terrorism, espionage, cyber attacks, nuclear security risks, foreign influenced activities, incidents involving the security of Internationally Protected Persons (IPPs), the unlawful release of national security information, and terrorist financing. As part of its protective mandate, the RCMP is responsible for safeguarding designated Canadians and select foreign diplomatic personnel residing in Canada, as per Article 22 of the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations, as well as visiting IPPs.Insp. Matthew Johnson, Acting Officer in Charge of RCMP Federal Policing INSET, Northwest Region, emphasized the importance of accountability in the digital age. "In the digital age, where so many interactions occur online and are perceived to be anonymous, there is a belief that virtual actions and words do not have consequences. When these virtual actions or words cross the boundaries of Charter-protected speech and constitute criminal activity, police will investigate thoroughly to hold those responsible accountable," he stated.The RCMP encourages the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities. Non-emergency tips can be reported to the RCMP National Security Information Network by phone at 1-800-420-5805 or online at www.rcmp.ca/report-it. For immediate threats to national security, individuals should call 911 or their local police department..This is what the Western Standard is up againstThe Trudeau government is funding lies and propaganda by directly subsidizing the mainstream media. They do this to entrench the powerful Eastern, woke and corrupt interests that dominate the political, social and economic institutions in Canada. Federal authorities are constantly trying to censor us and stop us from publishing the stories that they don’t want you to read. Ottawa may weaponize our taxes and police against us, but we’ve got a powerful ally on our side.You. Free men, and free women. We need you to stand with us and become a member of the Western Standard. Here’s what you will get for your membership:Unlimited access to all articles from the Western Standard, Alberta Report, West Coast Standard, and Saskatchewan Standard, with no paywall. Our daily newsletter delivered to your inbox. .Access to exclusive Member-only WS events.Keep the West’s leading independent media voice strong and free.If you can, please support us with a monthly or annual membership. It takes just a moment to set up, and you will be making a big impact on keeping one the last independent media outlets in Canada free from Ottawa’s corrupting influence.
The RCMP Federal Policing Integrated National Security Enforcement Team (INSET) in the Northwest Region has arrested and charged two individuals in separate investigations for uttering threats against several public figures.On May 10, INSET received information about a user on the social media platform "X," formerly known as Twitter, allegedly posting threats to kill Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. On June 6, Mason John Baker, a 23-year-old resident of Calgary, was charged with uttering threats against a person, contrary to section 264.1(1)(a) of the Criminal Code.A second investigation was launched on June 7, when INSET received information about a YouTube account user allegedly posting threats to kill Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland, and New Democrat Leader Jagmeet Singh. On June 13, Garry Belzevick, a 67-year-old resident of Edmonton, was charged with three counts of uttering threats against a person, also contrary to section 264.1(1)(a) of the Criminal Code.Baker is scheduled to appear at the Alberta Court of Justice in Calgary on July 23, while Belzevick is set to appear at the Alberta Court of Justice in Edmonton on July 25.The RCMP is mandated to investigate criminal offences related to terrorism, espionage, cyber attacks, nuclear security risks, foreign influenced activities, incidents involving the security of Internationally Protected Persons (IPPs), the unlawful release of national security information, and terrorist financing. As part of its protective mandate, the RCMP is responsible for safeguarding designated Canadians and select foreign diplomatic personnel residing in Canada, as per Article 22 of the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations, as well as visiting IPPs.Insp. Matthew Johnson, Acting Officer in Charge of RCMP Federal Policing INSET, Northwest Region, emphasized the importance of accountability in the digital age. "In the digital age, where so many interactions occur online and are perceived to be anonymous, there is a belief that virtual actions and words do not have consequences. When these virtual actions or words cross the boundaries of Charter-protected speech and constitute criminal activity, police will investigate thoroughly to hold those responsible accountable," he stated.The RCMP encourages the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities. Non-emergency tips can be reported to the RCMP National Security Information Network by phone at 1-800-420-5805 or online at www.rcmp.ca/report-it. For immediate threats to national security, individuals should call 911 or their local police department..This is what the Western Standard is up againstThe Trudeau government is funding lies and propaganda by directly subsidizing the mainstream media. They do this to entrench the powerful Eastern, woke and corrupt interests that dominate the political, social and economic institutions in Canada. Federal authorities are constantly trying to censor us and stop us from publishing the stories that they don’t want you to read. Ottawa may weaponize our taxes and police against us, but we’ve got a powerful ally on our side.You. Free men, and free women. We need you to stand with us and become a member of the Western Standard. Here’s what you will get for your membership:Unlimited access to all articles from the Western Standard, Alberta Report, West Coast Standard, and Saskatchewan Standard, with no paywall. Our daily newsletter delivered to your inbox. .Access to exclusive Member-only WS events.Keep the West’s leading independent media voice strong and free.If you can, please support us with a monthly or annual membership. It takes just a moment to set up, and you will be making a big impact on keeping one the last independent media outlets in Canada free from Ottawa’s corrupting influence.
