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Supreme Court nixes Jordan Peterson’s fight to not enter remedial coaching program

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Ontario court upholds order that Jordan Peterson undergo social media training
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Canada’s top court has closed the door on Jordan Peterson’s legal fight against an order that he enter a remedial coaching program.

The author and University of Toronto professor has not had an active clinical practice since 2017 but remains a member of the College of Psychologists of Ontario.

In 2022, the professional body reviewed Peterson’s social-media conduct after hearing concerns about whether his posts met its standards.

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It determined that online comments appeared degrading, demeaning and unprofessional — and that this posed a risk to the public.

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The college directed Peterson to enter into a coaching program to reflect on his approach to public statements, and said he could be accused of professional misconduct if he did not comply.

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The Ontario Superior Court of Justice dismissed Peterson’s application for judicial review, and the Court of Appeal dismissed an appeal attempt.

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