Canadian Security Intelligence Service Act

Marginal note:Consultation with Deputy Minister

• 7 (1) The Director shall consult the Deputy Minister on

  • (a) the general operational policies of the Service; and

  • (b) any matter with respect to which consultation is required by directions issued under subsection 6(2).

• Marginal note:Consultation with Deputy Minister — warrant

  (2) The Director or any employee who is designated by the Minister for the purpose of applying for a warrant under section 21, 21.1 or 23 shall consult the Deputy Minister before applying for the warrant or the renewal of the warrant.

• Marginal note:Advice by Deputy Minister

  (3) The Deputy Minister shall advise the Minister with respect to directions issued under subsection 6(2) or that should, in the opinion of the Deputy Minister, be issued under that subsection.