Canadian Security Intelligence Service
The Canadian Security Intelligence Service investigates activities suspected of constituting threats to the security of Canada and reports them to the Government of Canada. CSIS may also take measures to reduce threats to the security of Canada in accordance with well-defined legal requirements and Ministerial Direction.
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Reporting national security information
CSIS jobs
Available jobs, recruitment process, student opportunities, salaries and benefits, diversity.
Reporting national security information
Report threats to national security.
National security
Keeping Canadians safe through counter-terrorism, security screening and protecting critical infrastructure.
Collecting and sharing intelligence
CSIS investigators use a variety of methods to collect information on individuals and groups whose activities are suspected of constituting a threat to national security.
Integrated Threat Assessment Centre
ITAC is responsible for providing timely, relevant and objective threat assessments based on all-source data, information and intelligence.
Academic outreach and stakeholder engagement
The program draws on experts from within government, academia, private business and other external bodies across the world.
CSIS security screening programs
CSIS has two distinct programs: Immigration and Canadian citizenship security screening; and, Government security screening.
Publications
Consult CSIS publications, including annual reports and other materials.
Alerts and advisories
Important and timely publications to advise and alert Canadians on various activities relating to CSIS mandate.
Legislation and CSIS Act
The CSIS Act provides the legislative foundation for CSIS’ mandate, outlines CSIS’ roles and responsibilities, confers specific powers and imposes constraints, and sets the framework for democratic control and accountability.
Accountability and review
Oversight and accountability mechanisms
About the Canadian Security Intelligence Service
Minister
The Honourable Gary Anandasangaree
Minister of Public Safety
Director
Daniel Rogers
Director of CSIS
