Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms
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Quebec’s use of notwithstanding clause in language law opens constitutional debateFederal Justice Minister David Lametti and other critics of Bill 96 say Quebec's use of that clause shuts down debate and prevents a proper judicial review of the legislation.PoliticsMay 29
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Should COVID-19 vaccines be mandatory for healthcare workers? Experts weigh inThere are growing calls from doctors and medical groups to make COVID-19 vaccinations compulsory for healthcare workers in Canada.HealthJul 25, 2021
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Long-awaited challenge to Quebec’s school board reform begins in superior courtThe first day of hearings saw members of Quebec English-language school boards argue against the provincial government's changes to the school board system.CanadaApr 15, 2021
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Calgary city council denounces acts and symbols of hatred at weekend protestCalgary city council is denouncing the actions and symbols used by protestors on the steps of city hall, including the use of lit tiki torches.CanadaMar 1, 2021
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How Canadian Charter rights are playing into Alberta pastor’s fight against COVID-19 chargesWhile pastor James Coates' legal team will argue his COVID-19 related charges violate his Charter rights, legal experts believe that won't hold up in court.CrimeFeb 22, 2021
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No plans in Ottawa for conversion therapy bylaw, mayor says after Kingston moves toward banOttawa's mayor says he does not immediately plan follow in Kingston's lead to ban conversion therapy practices municipally, citing concerns of a legal challenge.HealthJan 18, 2021
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When are you actually allowed to travel and how will the government check?Weighing public health concerns against Canadians' charter rights has been a delicate balance for the government.CanadaJan 7, 2021
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After B.C. church fined for holding service, some question if order violates Charter rightsThe church was fined $2,300 as all in-person services are currently suspended until at least Dec. 7.HealthNov 30, 2020
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Bill 21: Closing arguments begin in court challenge to Quebec secularism lawThe law, known as Bill 21, bans public sector workers deemed to be in positions of authority, including police officers and teachers, from wearing religious symbols while on the job.CanadaNov 30, 2020
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Canadian Senators mull how far to go to protect charter rights in assisted dying billThere was a strong message conveyed to cabinet ministers last week as senators grilled them on the Trudeau government's bill to expand access to medical assistance in dying.CanadaNov 29, 2020
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