Bill S-236: An Act to amend the Canadian Victims Bill of Rights and to establish a framework for implementing the rights of victims of crime

This bill primarily affects federal government departments, agencies, and bodies within the criminal justice system — such as the RCMP, Correctional Service of Canada, the Parole Board, and federal prosecutors — rather than private-sector businesses. These organizations will need to implement new proactive information-sharing procedures, develop and deliver mandatory training for employees who interact with victims, and establish or enhance support service infrastructure. Private businesses are not directly regulated by this bill, though organizations that provide victim support services (legal aid clinics, counselling providers, restorative justice programs) may see increased demand for their services as the framework creates minimum standards and expands victims' access rights. The size of the organization is less relevant than whether it operates within or contracts with the federal criminal justice system.