Court Ruling Sparks Notwithstanding Clause Debate
Canada's Supreme Court eliminated mandatory minimum sentences for child pornography, prompting conservative calls for the notwithstanding clause and sparking debate about judicial overreach.
Category : Constitutional Issues
Quebec Constitution Could Bridge Linguistic Divide
Richard Walsh Smith argues Quebec's proposed constitution could create durable protections for minorities if done right. Anglophones should focus on possibilities, not just risks.
Quebec Bills Raise Authoritarianism Concerns
Quebec's Barreau warns three new government bills threaten democratic rights and rule of law. Legal experts debate authoritarian drift in provincial legislation.
Texas Ten Commandments Law Creates School Crisis
Texas Attorney General sues school districts over Ten Commandments displays, creating constitutional clash between state law and Supreme Court precedent.
Quebec Constitution Bill 1 Faces Legal Challenges
Constitutional lawyer Julius Gray warns CAQ's Bill 1 erodes rights, increases Ottawa tensions, and contains unconstitutional provisions. Analysis of Quebec's historic move.
Ty Cobb: Trump's Court Attacks Threaten Democracy
Former Trump White House attorney Ty Cobb warns Trump's denigration of the judiciary poses a grave threat to American democracy. Read the full analysis.
Time to End Presidential Pardon Power Abuse
Jonah Goldberg argues for constitutional amendment to limit presidential pardon power after abuses by Trump and Biden. Learn why checks and balances have failed.
Supreme Court Blocks Texas Gerrymandering Decision
U.S. Supreme Court halts lower court ruling that found Texas congressional map likely racially biased. Latest development in ongoing voting rights battle.
Politicians Blocking Canadians on Social Media
Explore the legal dilemma of Canadian politicians blocking constituents on social media. Where should digital safety end and freedom of expression begin? Read more.
Alberta tables 'Peterson Law' for professional free speech
Alberta government introduces bill protecting regulated professionals' free speech rights. Learn how this 'Peterson Law' could impact professional colleges across the province.
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.
Alberta's Notwithstanding Clause Use Defends Charter Spirit
Alberta's Smith government invokes Charter's Section 33 to protect transgender youth legislation. Constitutional experts debate the clause's original purpose and increasing provincial usage.
UCP's use of notwithstanding clause sparks concern
Alberta's UCP government invokes the notwithstanding clause multiple times, raising concerns about accountability and the rights of transgender youth. Read the full analysis.
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.
Texas judge blocks Ten Commandments school law
Federal judge issues temporary injunction against Texas law requiring Ten Commandments displays in public schools. Legal battle continues over religious symbols in education.
CAQ Constitution Gives Government Sweeping Powers
Quebec's proposed constitution would grant the government extensive powers, weaken checks and balances, and sideline minority rights, legal experts warn. Learn about the democratic concerns.
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.
Christian Group Sues Quebec Over Cancelled Concert
A Christian group is suing Quebec City for cancelling a Sean Feucht concert, alleging Charter rights violations. The U.S. singer's entire eastern Canada tour faced cancellations.
Court: Ottawa Police Board Violated Free Speech Rights
Ottawa small claims court rules police board's speaker vetting policy breached Charter rights. Mayor Mark Sutcliffe urged to champion free speech reform.
South Carolina Considers Nation's Strictest Abortion Bill
South Carolina legislators are examining what could become the most restrictive abortion legislation in the United States as opponents continue challenging limits. Stay informed on this developing story.
Canada's Quest to Rediscover National Unity and Trust
Geoff Russ argues Canada must rebuild shared cultural foundations and sturdy institutions to maintain social cohesion. Discover why national unity matters for Canada's future.
Supreme Court Declines to Revisit Same-Sex Marriage Ruling
The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to hear an appeal from Kim Davis, leaving the 2015 same-sex marriage ruling intact. A victory for LGBTQ+ rights in Canada and beyond.
Supreme Court Rejects Same-Sex Marriage Appeal
The U.S. Supreme Court has rejected Kim Davis's appeal to overturn the 2015 same-sex marriage ruling, preserving marriage equality nationwide. Read the full analysis.
U.S. Supreme Court Upholds Same-Sex Marriage Nationwide
The U.S. Supreme Court has rejected a call to overturn its landmark decision legalizing same-sex marriage. This reaffirms marriage equality nationwide. Learn more about this pivotal ruling.
Court Rejects Challenge to Same-Sex Marriage Ruling
The U.S. Supreme Court has rejected an appeal from Kim Davis, reaffirming the 2015 Obergefell v. Hodges decision that legalized same-sex marriage nationwide. Read the full analysis.
Federal government spent $2M on Bill 21 court fight
The Canadian government has spent nearly $2 million on legal challenges to Quebec's controversial Bill 21. Discover the details of this constitutional battle.
U.S. Supreme Court Weighs Same-Sex Marriage Appeal
The U.S. Supreme Court considers a longshot appeal to reverse the nationwide legalization of same-sex marriage. Read the latest on this pivotal legal challenge.
Supreme Court Faces Landmark Passport Gender Case
A groundbreaking legal challenge reaches America's highest court, questioning whether U.S. passports must recognize non-binary gender identities. Discover how this case could reshape federal documentation.
Supreme Court Upholds Trump Transgender Passport Policy
The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to hear a challenge against the Trump administration's passport policy, allowing continued restrictions on gender marker changes for transgender Americans.
Supreme Court Backs Trump on Passport Gender Markers
The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to hear a challenge to Trump-era passport policies, allowing the continued blocking of transgender and nonbinary individuals from choosing their own sex markers. This landmark decision impacts thousands seeking accurate
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