Quebec's National Assembly begins hearings on Bill 9, which extends religious symbol bans and restricts group prayers in public spaces. Minister Jean-François Roberge argues the secularism push targets all religions equally.
Political scientist Guy Laforest supports Quebec's proposed constitution for greater autonomy, while critics warn it threatens human rights and the rule of law in divisive National Assembly hearings.
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith demands provincial input in federal judicial appointments, threatening to withhold funding for new positions unless Ottawa changes its process.
Justice Department lawyers signal they will appeal any court decision halting Trump's $400M White House ballroom project, arguing it has national security implications.
U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro's threat to jail anyone bringing guns to D.C. triggers backlash from Republican lawmakers and gun rights advocates over Second Amendment concerns.
The Alberta government is seeking greater input into the judicial appointment process and may withhold funding if its demands are not met, raising constitutional questions.
A Kingston group alleges the city broke heritage laws by quickly removing Sir John A. Macdonald's statue in 2021, sparking debate over historical preservation and activism.
Former U.S. President Donald Trump's massive lawsuit against the IRS has ignited serious concerns about potential conflicts of interest and the integrity of tax enforcement.
As democratic values face challenges globally, Canada's sovereignty depends on revitalizing civic participation and democratic institutions to counter authoritarian trends.
Minnesota's Democratic leadership has filed a lawsuit challenging federal immigration enforcement, invoking states' rights arguments reminiscent of historical nullification crises in the United States.
Experts analyze potential paths for Alberta separation, from constitutional negotiations to revolutionary actions, as separatist movements gather signatures for referendums.
Human rights advocates are pressing the RCMP to actively solicit evidence regarding Canadian citizens potentially involved in human rights abuses in Iran, amid ongoing protests.
Quebec Justice Minister Simon Jolin-Barrette's constitutional project faces public hearings amid controversy, opposition criticism, and emerging divisions within the ruling CAQ party.
Demonstrators gathered at the U.S. Consulate in Montreal to protest former President Trump's immigration enforcement measures, highlighting cross-border solidarity and concerns over human rights.
Legal expert Jonathan Sommer argues Quebec's proposed constitution, Bill 1, threatens to reverse decades of democratic progress by imposing state-controlled cultural authoritarianism.
Demonstrators gathered in frigid Winnipeg temperatures outside the U.S. consulate, holding signs and Greenlandic flags to voice support for Greenland's independence movement.
Edmonton Journal letters question whether Alberta separatists' meetings with U.S. State Department officials constitute treason, while criticizing UCP values and calling for Poilievre's resignation.
Rev. Paul Brandeis Raushenbush criticizes the Department of Homeland Security for using scripture to promote Immigration and Customs Enforcement tactics, calling it blasphemous and a betrayal of Christian values.
A federal judge sharply criticized Justice Department lawyers for arguing the government can choose which history to display at National Park Service sites, following the removal of a slavery exhibit in Philadelphia.
A Montreal judge has stayed charges against environmental protesters who climbed the Jacques Cartier Bridge, citing violations of their Charter rights during the police response.
British Columbia Premier David Eby's accusation that Alberta separatists committed 'treason' through U.S. meetings has ignited a legal debate about foreign outreach and Canadian law.
Alberta's three chief justices released an extraordinary statement defending judicial independence, widely seen as a response to Premier Danielle Smith's remarks about 'directing' judges.
Edmonton Journal letters discuss Alberta separation risks, city tax hikes, and snow plowing notices. Readers warn against joining U.S. or independence.
Anglophone rights groups in Quebec voice concerns as Ottawa nominates a francophone as Canada's next Official Languages Commissioner, questioning representation for English-speaking minority.
Letters to the Editor express concerns about Mark Carney's GST rebate funding source and criticize government handling of convoy protests and political dynamics.
Legal experts clarify that the definition of treason differs significantly between Canada's Criminal Code and common dictionary usage, highlighting ongoing political debates about language and law.
Franco-Ontarian lawyer Kelly Burke is set to become Canada's official languages commissioner, succeeding Raymond Théberge. She brings extensive experience from her role as Ontario's French language service commissioner.
Recent research from the Macdonald Laurier Institute provides empirical evidence that the Charter of Rights and Freedoms has accelerated centralization, with Supreme Court decisions disproportionately invalidating provincial laws.
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith's recent comments criticizing judicial overreach have prompted a rare public statement from the province's chief judges and raised questions about democratic checks and balances.
A former lawyer warns that political attacks on judges undermine judicial independence and Canada's democratic foundations, while addressing misconceptions about hiring quotas.