Ontario’s new bail security rules take effect Aug. 17 as civil liberties groups plan a court challenge

Ontario Bail Rules Change Aug. 17 as Province Faces Constitutional Challenge
THUNDER BAY — New Ontario bail measures take effect Monday, Aug. 17, requiring full payment of certain financial security amounts ordered in connection with an accused person’s release, while giving the province stronger tools to recover forfeited bail money.
The Ford government says the changes are intended to improve compliance and accountability for people released on bail. The measures will apply across