What is Transport Canadas role in waterside security?
A. Transport Canada has the legislative and regulatory capacity to regulate waterside security requirements, however, the department currently has no direct role in enforcing waterside security. In general, the police of local jurisdiction are responsible for providing waterside and landside security. The RCMP, and even the Canadian Armed Forces, can be activated when a counter-terrorism response is required. Transport Canada is working with the RCMP to review the responsibilities for waterside security in Canada. In addition, the member departments and agencies of the Interdepartmental Marine Security Working Group (IMSWG) work together to coordinate all aspects of waterside security, planning, regulation and response.
