President Donald Trump announces 'Freedom 250' celebrations for America's 250th anniversary, featuring UFC fights and 'Patriot Games,' drawing immediate online comparisons to dystopian fiction.
Long before the Charter, Joseph Howe's 1835 libel trial in Halifax established a cornerstone of Canadian liberty. Discover the story of this Father of Confederation's defiant stand.
An Ontario court judge has ruled that seizing Chris Barber's 'Big Red' truck would be a disproportionate punishment. Read the full details of the decision.
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.
A new study by B.C.'s information watchdog is investigating the opaque 'black box' of the province's freedom of information systems. Learn about the findings and their implications for transparency.
An Alberta Court of Appeal ruling declares the lawyer's oath of allegiance to the sovereign a Charter violation. Explore the case, its implications for citizenship, and the call for an appeal.
Toronto columnist Sharon Zohar argues the city must establish designated protest zones to protect neighbourhoods and vulnerable communities while upholding free expression. Read her call for action.
Norman Podhoretz, the longtime editor of Commentary magazine who became a defining voice of the neo-conservative movement, has died at 95. Explore his controversial legacy.
A new report ranks Canada as the 12th freest country globally, highlighting a concerning worldwide decline in human freedom. Explore the findings and Canada's position.
A new Fraser Institute report reveals a sharp decline in human freedoms worldwide, with Canada holding steady at 13th place. Switzerland tops the list, while Hong Kong's ranking plummets.
The Liberal government's compromise with the Bloc Québécois to pass Bill C-9 may remove key religious protections from the Criminal Code, sparking fears of criminalizing faith. Read the analysis.
Vancouver considers a $10 fee for information requests, raising concerns about public transparency. Advocates warn it could hinder access to city data.
A University of Oklahoma instructor is on administrative leave after failing a student's essay that used the Bible to argue gender is binary. The case raises questions about academic freedom and grading policies.
Canada's Supreme Court will begin hearings on Quebec's controversial secularism law, Bill 21, on March 23, 2026. The landmark case will examine the law's constitutionality and its impact on religious freedoms.
U.S. Vice-President JD Vance addresses personal rumors while attending a high-profile ceremony. Get the full story on the political figure's public response.
The New York Times has filed a lawsuit against the Pentagon, alleging a crackdown on press freedoms. Get the latest details on this major legal and media confrontation.
Prime Minister Mark Carney's new Quebec lieutenant, Joël Lightbound, brings a history of bold, independent actions, from protesting his own government to criticizing pandemic politics. Explore his unpredictable path.
A B.C. MLA is pushing to create a new statutory holiday commemorating the Freedom Convoy. Discover the details and the political context surrounding this controversial proposal.
A Toronto man was confronted by security for flying the Canadian flag at Nathan Phillips Square, while anti-Israel demonstrations occur without intervention. Critics call it a double standard on freedom of expression.
The Liberal government's Bill C-9, backed by the Bloc Québécois, aims to eliminate a crucial Criminal Code defence protecting religious expression, potentially criminalizing quoting sacred texts. Read the analysis.
Alberta remains Canada's most economically free province, but its North American ranking has plummeted to 30th, with seven provinces ranking below all U.S. states, according to the Fraser Institute's latest report.
A University of Oklahoma student's failing essay grade, citing biblical views on gender, led to a religious discrimination complaint and the instructor's administrative leave. Explore the latest campus culture war clash.
As Israel enters an election year, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government is taking aim at the country's free press. CNN reports on the concerning developments for media freedom.
A Liberal-Bloc deal to remove a religious exemption from Canada's hate-speech laws sparks a fierce debate over freedom of speech and religion. Conservatives vow to oppose the change.
The White House's new 'Media Offenders' page, designed to criticize critical coverage, stumbled by misidentifying a reporter. This incident highlights escalating tensions between the Trump administration and the press.
Alberta's proposed Bill 13 seeks to shield regulated professionals from disciplinary action for personal speech. Experts argue other provinces should follow this model to protect constitutional rights.
Quebec tables new secularism law to ban prayer in public spaces, citing pro-Palestinian protests. Critics argue it infringes on religious freedom. Read the full story.
Quebec's proposed constitution, Bill 1, could force universities into self-censorship by blocking court challenges and holding administrators personally liable for legal costs.
Christopher Liew examines whether financial freedom remains achievable for most Canadians amid rising inflation and economic challenges. Discover practical insights.
Jesse Kline warns that the 'new right' movement, embracing big-government views, fragments Canadian conservatism and risks electoral failure by abandoning core freedom principles.