Security Intelligence Review Committee (SIRC)

The Security Intelligence Review Committee (SIRC) is an independent body in Canada that oversees the activities of the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS). Its main role is to review CSIS operations to ensure they are conducted lawfully and respect civil rights. SIRC examines complaints, conducts investigations, and assesses whether CSIS's actions are necessary for national security. By providing oversight, SIRC aims to balance national security needs with the protection of individual rights, ensuring public accountability and transparency in Canada's intelligence activities.