Letters: Scapegoating Minorities, MAID Restrictions Criticized
Edmonton Journal readers criticize Alberta's UCP government for scapegoating minorities on immigration and restricting MAID freedoms, calling for collaborative governance.
Category : Constitutional Issues
Privacy Concerns Raised Over Federal Lawful Access Bill C-22
An Ottawa lawyer expresses constitutional concerns about Bill C-22, which grants law enforcement expanded access to private communications while potentially compromising Charter protections.
Proportional Representation: Path to True Democracy
A letter to the editor argues that changing party leaders won't fix Canada's political system. The solution? A proportional electoral system that separates party and candidate votes.
FSIN Ordered to Repay $29M After Former Chief Slams Misspending
A former chief of the Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations has condemned what he calls 'atrocious' financial mismanagement, as the organization faces a court order to repay $29 million in misused funds.
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Supreme Court Could Change Notwithstanding Clause Over Bill 21
Opponents argue Quebec's secularism law violates multiple Charter rights and could prompt Supreme Court to reconsider limits of the notwithstanding clause during historic hearings.
Carney Seeks Supreme Court Limits on Provincial Power
The federal government under Mark Carney is asking the Supreme Court to impose new restrictions on how provinces can use Section 33 of the Charter, potentially altering constitutional balance.
Supreme Court to Hear Challenge to Quebec's Bill 21
The Supreme Court of Canada will hear a constitutional challenge to Quebec's Bill 21, which bans religious symbols for public sector workers, with Sikh and Muslim groups leading the case.
Supreme Court to Hear Quebec Secularism Law Case
The Supreme Court of Canada will hear arguments on Quebec's controversial secularism law, Bill 21, focusing on the use of the notwithstanding clause. This landmark case could redefine religious freedom and provincial powers in Canada.
Bill 21 Supreme Court Hearings: Five Key Numbers This Week
The Supreme Court of Canada hearings on Bill 21 this week highlight critical figures, including case duration and legal arguments, shaping the debate on secularism and religious freedoms.
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Bill 21 in Supreme Court, Notwithstanding Clause in Focus
The Supreme Court of Canada hears arguments on Quebec's Bill 21, with the controversial notwithstanding clause at the center of the legal debate over religious symbols.
Vertical Morality Explains Christian Support for MAGA Politics
Experts analyze how 'vertical morality'—an ethical system prioritizing obedience to authority over compassion—helps explain the alignment between Christian teachings and MAGA political stances that often contradict Jesus's message of love and mercy.
Poilievre's Rogan Podcast Sparks Pride and Debate in Letters
A letter praises Pierre Poilievre's appearance on Joe Rogan's podcast for instilling national pride, while other letters discuss Trump, police credibility, and oversight in Canada.
Citizens' Secret Mission to Steal FBI Dark Secrets Revealed
A historic 1971 break-in at an FBI office in Media, Pennsylvania, by regular citizens exposed covert surveillance programs, sparking major reforms and public debate.
Supreme Court Case Could Reshape Mail-In Voting Deadlines
The Supreme Court hears arguments in Watson v. RNC, challenging whether states can count ballots received after Election Day. The outcome could impact millions of voters and election procedures across the United States.
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Quebec Urged Not to Use Charter Override on Refugee Daycare
Community groups and politicians in Quebec are calling on the government to maintain subsidized daycare access for refugee claimants, following a Supreme Court ruling against discrimination.
Supreme Court Bill 21 Case: Milestone for Quebec's Future
The Supreme Court of Canada begins hearing the final appeal against Quebec's secularism law, Bill 21, with potential implications for the notwithstanding clause and Quebec's upcoming election.
Bill 21 at Supreme Court as Quebec Election Nears
The Supreme Court of Canada will hear arguments on Quebec's secularism law, Bill 21, next week. The case is expected to influence the upcoming provincial election, regardless of when the ruling is issued.
Nova Scotia Woods Ban Challenge: Final Arguments Conclude
Lawyers presented closing arguments in the Nova Scotia Supreme Court case challenging a provincial ban on public access to certain wooded areas, with a decision expected soon.
Supreme Court to Hear Appeals Against Liberal Firearms Ban
Canada's Supreme Court will hear four simultaneous appeals challenging the Liberal government's ban on over 2,500 assault-style firearms, with arguments set to begin as the amnesty period nears its end.
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Supreme Court to Hear Challenge to Federal Firearms Ban
The Supreme Court of Canada will review a constitutional challenge to the federal firearms ban, focusing on its legality and impact on gun owners across the country.
César Chavez Legacy Reexamined Amid Abuse Claims
Activists and historians are grappling with the complex legacy of labor icon César Chavez as sexual abuse allegations surface, prompting a reevaluation of his impact on farm workers' rights.
Chief Justice's Objectivity in Emergencies Act Appeal Questioned
The federal government appeals to the Supreme Court on the Emergencies Act's use for the Freedom Convoy, raising concerns over Chief Justice Wagner's past critical comments about the protests.
Chief Justice's Objectivity in Freedom Convoy Case Under Scrutiny
The federal government seeks Supreme Court appeal on Emergencies Act use for Freedom Convoy, raising concerns over Chief Justice Wagner's past critical comments.
Al-Quds Day Organizers Send Cease-and-Desist to Ford Over Posts
Organizers of Toronto's Al-Quds Day event have sent a cease-and-desist letter to Ontario Premier Doug Ford regarding his social media commentary, escalating tensions over political speech and event oversight.
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Carney's Sedition Claims Echo Trudeau's Emergencies Act Approach
Prime Minister Carney's labeling of Freedom Convoy protests as sedition and his appeal of court rulings against the Emergencies Act invocation reveal continuity with Trudeau's controversial policies.
Wisconsin Senate Passes Sports Betting and Food Stamp Bills
In its final 2026 session, the Wisconsin Senate passed two significant bills: one legalizing online sports betting and another prohibiting the use of food stamps for candy and soda purchases.
Language Watchdog's French Lesson in Quebec
Internal documents reveal how Canada's Official Languages Commissioner faced backlash over a Valentine's Day social media post that used a word with unintended slang meaning in Quebec French.
Malinda Smith on Canada's Pluralism Dividend
Think tank member Malinda S. Smith discusses the pluralism dividend in Canada, highlighting its potential for societal growth and unity in a pivotal moment.
B.C. Bill 9 Among Canadian Laws Diluting Rights: Advocate
An advocate highlights B.C.'s Bill 9 as part of a broader pattern of legislative changes across Canada that are eroding rights, raising concerns about democratic protections.
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Arizona Charges Kalshi with Illegal Gambling Operation
Arizona becomes the first state to file criminal charges against prediction market Kalshi, accusing it of illegal gambling. The case escalates a legal battle over regulation, with federal support from the Trump administration.
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