Essex County OPP Officers to Wear Body Cameras
Essex County OPP is launching a body-worn camera program for frontline officers, joining a growing trend in Canadian law enforcement to enhance transparency and accountability.
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NZ Police Exec Admits Child Abuse Material Charges
A high-ranking former New Zealand police technology director has pleaded guilty to accessing child sexual abuse material from his work computer, sparking national outrage and internal investigation.
Are Canadian Judges Undermining Parliamentary Democracy?
A critical examination of judicial activism in Canada reveals how courts may be undermining democratic processes through expansive Charter interpretations, raising concerns about parliamentary sovereignty.
Chrétien: Premiers Too Quick to Override Rights
Ex-Prime Minister Jean Chrétien warns that provincial leaders are increasingly willing to use the notwithstanding clause, threatening fundamental Canadian rights and freedoms in pursuit of political agendas.
Supreme Court to decide on Sask pronoun law challenge
Canada's highest court considers intervening in Saskatchewan's controversial school pronoun policy requiring parental consent for students under 16, setting up a landmark LGBTQ2+ rights battle.
BC Premier Clashes with Courts Over Indigenous Land Rights
BC Premier David Eby challenges court ruling on Aboriginal title, sparking debate over private landowner rights in Cowichan and Richmond territories. Legal experts weigh in on this landmark case.
Manitoba extends detention for highly intoxicated people
Manitoba passes groundbreaking legislation allowing authorities to detain highly intoxicated individuals for extended periods, addressing public safety concerns and healthcare gaps.
Saskatchewan to pass fair gun buyback compensation law
Saskatchewan is preparing to introduce groundbreaking legislation ensuring fair market value compensation for firearms affected by the federal buyback program. Learn how this provincial move could set a national precedent.
Conservative Justices Question Trump Tariffs in Court
In a surprising turn, conservative-leaning Supreme Court justices questioned the legal basis for Trump's tariff policies, creating unusual alliances during oral arguments.
Woman in Denis extortion case pleads guilty to firearms charge
Andrea Petzold, central to the Jonathan Denis extortion allegations, admits to unrelated firearms offense while high-profile extortion case continues through Calgary courts.
Multiple arrests after protesters breach Toronto building
Toronto police made several arrests after demonstrators forced entry into a downtown building, prompting a significant law enforcement response in the city's core.
Edmonton's New Police Chief Takes Command
Dean LaGrange takes command as Edmonton's new police chief, marking a significant leadership change for Alberta's capital city law enforcement.
Amazon fined $10K in BC delivery driver ruling
A British Columbia regulator has fined Amazon $10,000 in a precedent-setting ruling that redefines delivery driver classification and could reshape gig economy standards across Canada.
Alberta Recall Act: Your Guide to Firing MLAs
Discover how Alberta's groundbreaking Recall Act empowers voters to remove MLAs and municipal politicians between elections. Learn the rules, thresholds, and process for this democratic tool.
Edmonton Police Oversight: Reform or Cosmetic Changes?
An in-depth analysis of the pivotal EPS oversight report reveals both promising reforms and concerning gaps in Alberta's police accountability system.
Fredericton Drug Bust: Three Face Trafficking Charges
Fredericton Police have dismantled a significant drug trafficking operation, charging three individuals with multiple offenses following a coordinated law enforcement effort.
Good Looks Still Give You Career Advantages: Study
New research reveals attractive employees earn more, get promoted faster, and face fewer consequences for mistakes. Discover why appearance remains a powerful factor in workplace success.
Supreme Court Skeptical of Trump's Tariff Authority
The US Supreme Court appears skeptical of granting presidents unlimited tariff powers as justices question the scope of executive authority in trade disputes.
Quebec woman wins civil case after criminal acquittal
A Quebec woman achieves justice through civil court after her abuser was acquitted in criminal court. This landmark case highlights alternative paths to justice for survivors of domestic violence.
Edmonton Police Sexual Assault Case Sparks Policy Review
Edmonton police face scrutiny after a sexual assault investigation reveals systemic failures. Discover how a Whyte Avenue case triggered a major review of police procedures and victim support protocols.
X Corp fights $100K BC fine in intimate image case
Social media platform X, formerly Twitter, is taking legal action against a British Columbia tribunal decision that fined the company $100,000 for failing to remove intimate images. Discover the details of this landmark digital privacy case.
Quebec MNA expelled after doctor law criticism
A Quebec politician has been ousted from the CAQ caucus after launching scathing accusations against the government's special law affecting physicians. The dramatic expulsion reveals deep divisions within the ruling party.
Alberta Sovereignty Act: Rights Revocation Fears
Albertans express deep concerns about the provincial government's power to revoke rights and freedoms through the Alberta Sovereignty Act, fearing unprecedented governmental overreach.
Supreme Court to Hear Challenge to Trump Tariff Authority
The U.S. Supreme Court prepares to hear arguments challenging the constitutionality of former President Donald Trump's tariff policies, setting the stage for a landmark decision on presidential trade powers.
California Proposition 50: Political Suspension Explained
Discover how California's rarely-used constitutional provision is creating political waves and holding legislators accountable in Sacramento.
Maine Enacts Red Flag Gun Law After Tragedy
Maine implements groundbreaking extreme risk protection order legislation following tragic mass shooting, empowering law enforcement to temporarily remove firearms from individuals deemed dangerous.
Veteran Saint John police sergeant charged with sexual assault
A senior New Brunswick police officer with nearly four decades of service has been charged with sexual assault, sending shockwaves through the law enforcement community.
Third ex-minister fined in Manitoba ethics breach
Another former Manitoba cabinet minister has been fined for breaking the province's conflict of interest law, marking the third such penalty in recent months. Discover the details of the ethics breach and growing accountability concerns.
Saint John police sergeant charged with sexual assault
A senior New Brunswick police officer with nearly four decades of service has been suspended and charged with sexual assault, sending shockwaves through the law enforcement community.
Quebec Medical Students Challenge Forced Service Law in Court
A group of Quebec medical students has launched a constitutional challenge against Bill 20, legislation that mandates family doctors maintain specific patient quotas or face financial penalties.
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