Alberta Court Exempts Lawyer from Monarchy Oath
The Alberta Court of Appeal has ruled a lawyer need not swear allegiance to the monarch, citing religious freedom. The decision redefines the legal oath's meaning in Canada.
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Minister: Religion should not be exempt from hate speech law
Liberal Minister Marc Miller argues religious groups should not be exempt from Canada's hate speech legislation. The statement was made in Ottawa on December 2, 2025. Read the details.
Liberal Minister Supports Removing Hate Speech Religious Exemption
Liberal Minister Marc Miller supports a Bloc Québécois proposal to eliminate the religious exemption for hate speech in Canada. This could reshape free speech laws.
NYC's $38.9M Starbucks Fair Workweek Settlement
NYC secures a record $38.9M settlement from Starbucks for labour violations. Mayor-elect Mamdani pledges continued support for workers. Read the full story.
Quebec secularism law faces legal challenge from Muslim group
The National Council of Canadian Muslims is considering legal action against Quebec's expanded secularism law, which bans religious symbols in schools and public prayer. Read about the controversial Bill 9.
New bill targets coercive control in relationships
Justice Minister Sean Fraser announces legislation addressing coercive control in domestic relationships. Learn how this could change Canada's approach to psychological abuse.
Canada Repeals Controversial Citizenship Law
Canada has repealed a 2009 law that denied citizenship to children born abroad to Canadian parents. Learn how this change affects Canadian identity and inclusion.
P.E.I. RCMP makes arrests using first helicopter enforcement
Prince Edward Island RCMP conducted groundbreaking helicopter enforcement operation resulting in multiple arrests. Historic aerial police effort targets criminal activity across the province.
Jason Crowley Named Windsor Police Chief
Jason Crowley has been officially appointed as the new Chief of Police for Windsor, Ontario. Learn more about this leadership change and what it means for the community.
Regina police officer pleads guilty to breach of trust
Regina Police Service officer Robert Eric Semenchuck has pleaded guilty to breach of trust. Learn about the case details and implications for Canadian law enforcement.
Man loses legal battle for secret million-dollar stash
An Ontario man's legal battle to keep his hidden million-dollar fortune has ended in defeat. Read about the court's ruling and what it means for financial transparency.
Lost Canadians Legislation Becomes Law in Canada
Historic legislation addressing the status of 'Lost Canadians' receives Senate approval, granting citizenship to those previously excluded. Learn about this pivotal change.
Supreme Court to Examine Religious Records Request
Canada's Supreme Court will review a request for religious records through B.C. law. Learn about this significant legal case and its implications for religious privacy rights in Canada.
Saskatoon police struggle with national recruitment crunch
Saskatoon's police chief reveals dramatic drop in police applications amid national recruitment crisis. Learn how this affects community safety and policing nationwide.
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.
Ontario wants impaired drivers to pay child support
The Ford government introduces a groundbreaking bill requiring impaired drivers who kill a parent to pay child support. Learn about the proposed law and its potential impact.
AI Divorce Advice Causes Legal Headaches in Canada
Canadians turning to AI for divorce advice face inaccurate information and privacy risks. Family lawyers report clients challenging legal counsel with unreliable ChatGPT guidance.
Investors Challenge Carney's Rule of Law Claim in Canada
Prime Minister Mark Carney's assertion that Canada's rule of law attracts investors faces scrutiny as experts point to systemic risks and internal border challenges undermining confidence.
Supreme Court upholds impaired driving convictions
Canada's Supreme Court maintains impaired driving convictions based on breathalyzer evidence, reinforcing legal standards for DUI cases nationwide. Learn the full implications.
Canada's Indigenous Rights Iceberg Grows Larger
A groundbreaking legal analysis reveals how the Tsilhqot'in land title decision could reshape resource development and Indigenous relations across Canada, creating unprecedented uncertainty for industry and government.
Ex-Montreal Police Chief Wins Harassment Case
Former Montreal police chief Sylvain Caron awarded victory in psychological harassment case after tribunal finds city officials created toxic work environment through systematic interference and public undermining.
Edmonton police officer charged with sexual assault
An Edmonton police constable has been charged with sexual assault and break-and-enter after allegedly attacking a woman in her home while off-duty. The shocking case raises serious questions about police accountability.
No Charges for Police in Shannon Phillips Database Searches
Alberta's police watchdog clears four Calgary officers of misconduct after investigating unauthorized database searches of former environment minister Shannon Phillips.
Edmonton Police Officer Charged with Sexual Assault
An Edmonton police constable has been officially charged with sexual assault following a rigorous internal investigation. The case raises serious questions about accountability within law enforcement.
Ottawa man charged with child exploitation material possession
An Ottawa resident has been charged with possessing child sexual abuse material following a comprehensive investigation by local police and provincial enforcement units.
Border Patrol agent boasted about shooting woman in texts
Explosive internal investigation uncovers disturbing text messages where a Border Patrol agent allegedly brags about shooting a woman during off-duty incident in Chicago, raising serious concerns about accountability.
Supreme Court to rule on Sask school pronoun case
Canada's highest court will determine if Saskatchewan's controversial parental consent policy for student pronoun changes violates Charter rights in a landmark education case.
Supreme Court rejects BC ostrich cull appeal
Canada's Supreme Court has declined to hear the final appeal in the controversial British Columbia ostrich case, ending a years-long legal battle over the mass culling of hundreds of birds.
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.
Liberal MP Jaime Battiste fined for election law breaches
Liberal Member of Parliament Jaime Battiste faces financial penalties after admitting to four violations of Canada's Elections Act during his 2021 campaign. Discover the details of the case and its implications.
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