Minister: Religion not a defence for hate speech
Heritage Minister Marc Miller defends removing religious defence from hate speech laws. Liberals and Bloc Québécois amend Bill C-9, the Combating Hate Act. Read the latest.
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Bill C-9 Removes Religious Text Defence from Hate Speech Laws
The Liberal government's Bill C-9, backed by the Bloc Québécois, aims to eliminate a crucial Criminal Code defence protecting religious expression, potentially criminalizing quoting sacred texts. Read the analysis.
Alberta Tops Canada in Economic Freedom, Falls in North America
Alberta remains Canada's most economically free province, but its North American ranking has plummeted to 30th, with seven provinces ranking below all U.S. states, according to the Fraser Institute's latest report.
OU Professor on Leave After Student's Failing Grade Sparks Bias Claim
A University of Oklahoma student's failing essay grade, citing biblical views on gender, led to a religious discrimination complaint and the instructor's administrative leave. Explore the latest campus culture war clash.
Israeli Government Targets Free Press Ahead of Elections
As Israel enters an election year, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government is taking aim at the country's free press. CNN reports on the concerning developments for media freedom.
Poilievre: Removal of Religious Hate-Speech Exemption an Assault
A Liberal-Bloc deal to remove a religious exemption from Canada's hate-speech laws sparks a fierce debate over freedom of speech and religion. Conservatives vow to oppose the change.
White House Media Offenders Page Mistakenly Targets Fox News
The White House's new 'Media Offenders' page, designed to criticize critical coverage, stumbled by misidentifying a reporter. This incident highlights escalating tensions between the Trump administration and the press.
Alberta Bill 13 protects free speech for professionals
Alberta's proposed Bill 13 seeks to shield regulated professionals from disciplinary action for personal speech. Experts argue other provinces should follow this model to protect constitutional rights.
Deal Removes Religious Exemption from Hate-Speech Laws
The Liberal government has agreed to remove the 'sincerely held' religious belief exemption from Canada's hate-speech laws to secure Bloc Québécois support for Bill C-9. Learn about the key changes and political implications.
Quebec Proposes Ban on Public Prayer
Quebec tables new secularism law to ban prayer in public spaces, citing pro-Palestinian protests. Critics argue it infringes on religious freedom. Read the full story.
Breaking Silence on Nigeria's Christian Persecution
Western awareness grows about atrocities against Nigerian Christians as fear and media silence lift. Learn about the escalating violence and its impact on Canada's Nigerian community.
Quebec Bill 1 threatens university autonomy
Quebec's proposed constitution, Bill 1, could force universities into self-censorship by blocking court challenges and holding administrators personally liable for legal costs.
Is Financial Freedom Still Realistic for Canadians?
Christopher Liew examines whether financial freedom remains achievable for most Canadians amid rising inflation and economic challenges. Discover practical insights.
Edmonton's New Archbishop Sets Priorities Ahead of Installation
Most Reverend Stephen A. Hero discusses his vision for Edmonton's Catholic community during November 27 media conference ahead of January installation ceremony.
Quebec secularism bill gives religious schools 3-year deadline
Quebec's government introduces new secularism legislation requiring religious private schools to end faith-based selection within three years or lose public funding. Learn the key details.
Quebec secularism law faces legal challenge from Muslim group
The National Council of Canadian Muslims is considering legal action against Quebec's expanded secularism law, which bans religious symbols in schools and public prayer. Read about the controversial Bill 9.
Quebec strengthens secularism with Bill 9 expansion
Quebec tables Bill 9 to strengthen state secularism, targeting religious food in institutions, public prayer, and symbols. Minister Roberge calls it a defining day.
Quebec's new religious restrictions bill invokes notwithstanding
Quebec's Bill 9 bans prayer in public spaces, religious face coverings in schools, and halal/kosher meals in public institutions while using the notwithstanding clause to shield from legal challenges.
Quebec tables secularism bill amid student protests
Quebec's government tables bill to strengthen secularism as Montreal university students protest prayer room bans. Get the latest on this developing political story.
New Right Threatens Conservative Unity in Canada
Jesse Kline warns that the 'new right' movement, embracing big-government views, fragments Canadian conservatism and risks electoral failure by abandoning core freedom principles.
Montreal students protest Quebec prayer room ban
University students in Montreal are speaking out against the Quebec government's proposed ban on prayer rooms. Learn how this affects religious freedom on campus.
Pope Leo XIV visits Türkiye in first foreign trip
Pope Leo XIV begins his first international journey with a landmark visit to Türkiye, strengthening religious and political ties between the Vatican and Ankara.
Quebec labour bill threatens union freedom: Bar
Quebec's law society warns a new labour bill threatens unions' freedom of association, sparking heated political debate and planned protests.
Montreal church sued over $2,500 MAGA event fine
A Montreal church is taking legal action after receiving a $2,500 municipal fine for hosting a 'MAGA superstar' event. Pastor Bernaby Quevedo defends the gathering as protected religious activity.
Mom Demands Reform After Daughter's Suicide Following FOI
Maya Cassady, 17, died by suicide after obtaining her mental health records through freedom of information. Her mother now advocates for systemic reform to protect vulnerable youth.
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 organ donation success at risk from new bill
New data reveals a 17% increase in transplants and record donors in Quebec, but a proposed bill banning religious symbols could disrupt the system and cost lives.
Quebec bill extends religious symbols ban
Quebec's new bill expands the religious symbols ban to more public sectors and prohibits prayer rooms in universities. Learn the details and implications.
Toronto Police Allow O Canada Performance After Ban
Scott Youmans plays national anthem at police HQ after being stopped at Nathan Phillips Square. Toronto faces freedom of expression questions amid ongoing protests.
Quebec Expands Religious Symbols Ban to Private Schools
Quebec's government plans to table new secularism legislation extending religious symbols ban to private school employees and restricting funding to religious-based schools. Learn about the latest developments.
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