Judicial Review Begins for Alberta Separation Referendum
Court proceedings begin to examine proposed Alberta separation referendum question. Legal experts scrutinize wording as province considers historic vote on independence from Canada.
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Quebec French streaming law tests Netflix, Spotify
Quebec's proposed Bill 109 could force streaming giants to comply with French content quotas, raising constitutional questions and potential market exit. Expert analysis reveals the stakes.
WestJet flight diverted to Regina over engine problem
A WestJet flight experienced an in-flight engine issue, forcing an emergency diversion to Regina. All passengers safe following precautionary landing.
Judges Challenge Trump Administration's Legal Tactics
Federal judges across the U.S. are issuing strongly worded rulings against Trump administration policies, defending constitutional principles and judicial independence in unprecedented times.
US Supreme Court Hears Case on Trump's Canada Tariffs
The US Supreme Court questions presidential power to impose emergency tariffs on Canada. A landmark case that could redefine trade relations and constitutional authority.
Vancouver compassion club founders guilty on drug charges
Founders of a Vancouver compassion club were convicted for trafficking despite providing fentanyl-free drugs. Sentencing is delayed pending a constitutional challenge.
High-risk offender status unconstitutional in Quebec crash: lawyers
Defence lawyers argue high-risk offender designation violates constitutional rights in fatal Laval daycare bus crash case that killed two children. Read the legal challenge details.
Supreme Court to hear Saskatchewan pronoun law appeals
Canada's highest court will hear the pivotal case challenging Saskatchewan's controversial parental consent requirement for pronoun changes in schools, setting a national precedent for LGBTQ+ rights and provincial authority.
Alberta Teachers Launch Legal Challenge Against Strike Bill
The Alberta Teachers' Association prepares legal action against the UCP government's controversial bill forcing an end to teacher strikes, setting up a major constitutional clash over collective bargaining rights in education.
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.
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.
California GOP Sues to Overturn Prop 50 Powers
California Republican lawmakers challenge the constitutionality of Proposition 50, arguing the suspension power violates democratic principles and due process rights.
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.
Germany cracks down on Muslim groups threatening constitution
German authorities conduct nationwide raids targeting radical Muslim organizations in sweeping security operation aimed at protecting democratic values.
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.
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.
Anglican Bishop condemns Alberta's notwithstanding clause use
Edmonton's Anglican Bishop condemns Alberta government's pre-emptive use of the notwithstanding clause in proposed legislation, calling it a dangerous precedent for democracy and human rights in Canada.
Fraser Rejects Notwithstanding Clause for Child Porn Ruling
Canada's Immigration Minister Sean Fraser firmly dismisses employing the constitutional override to challenge a court decision striking down mandatory minimum sentences for child pornography offenses.
Canadian Unity Crisis: Carbon Tax Divides Nation
As Prime Minister Justin Trudeau refuses to pause the carbon tax increase amid soaring living costs, provincial leaders warn of growing national unity crisis. Discover why Canada faces its most significant constitutional challenge in decades.
Alberta's Notwithstanding Clause Faces Intense Scrutiny
Alberta's plan to invoke the notwithstanding clause in its sovereignty act legislation sparks intense constitutional debate and sets the stage for a historic political showdown over provincial powers versus federal authority.
Newfoundland's power fight threatens Churchill Falls deal
A brewing constitutional battle between Newfoundland and Labrador and Hydro-Québec over the historic Churchill Falls power contract could reshape Canada's energy landscape and cost Quebec billions.
Simple Fix Saves Child Porn Minimum Sentences
University of Alberta law professor Steven Penney offers constitutional solution to preserve mandatory minimum sentences for child pornography offenses while avoiding controversial use of notwithstanding clause.
Bloc candidate appeals one-vote loss to Supreme Court
A Bloc Québécois candidate is escalating his one-vote election defeat to the Supreme Court of Canada, challenging the razor-thin margin in Terrebonne riding and potentially setting a constitutional precedent.
Microsoft Fixes Windows Update Restart Bug
After years of frustration, Microsoft has resolved a persistent Windows bug that caused computers to restart automatically instead of shutting down properly during updates.
Supreme Court to Rule on Trump Immunity Claim
The U.S. Supreme Court faces a pivotal decision on presidential immunity that could determine Trump's legal fate, raising questions about equal justice application.
Saskatchewan backs Alberta's teacher strike intervention
Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe throws support behind Alberta's controversial use of constitutional power to end teacher strike, sparking debate over labor rights and provincial authority in Canadian education.
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