Elections Alberta Questions $13.5M for Recall Petitions
Alberta's election watchdog urges provincial government to reconsider massive funding request for recall legislation and citizen initiatives, citing significant financial burden.
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Quebec Medical Students Challenge Forced Service Law in Court
A group of Quebec medical students has launched a constitutional challenge against Bill 20, legislation that mandates family doctors maintain specific patient quotas or face financial penalties.
Anglican Bishop condemns Alberta's notwithstanding clause use
Edmonton's Anglican Bishop condemns Alberta government's pre-emptive use of the notwithstanding clause in proposed legislation, calling it a dangerous precedent for democracy and human rights in Canada.
Alberta Auditor General Investigates AHS Operations
Alberta's Auditor General Doug Wylie initiates sweeping investigation into AHS operations amid growing concerns about healthcare delivery and financial management.
Fraser Rejects Notwithstanding Clause for Child Porn Ruling
Canada's Immigration Minister Sean Fraser firmly dismisses employing the constitutional override to challenge a court decision striking down mandatory minimum sentences for child pornography offenses.
Canadian Unity Crisis: Carbon Tax Divides Nation
As Prime Minister Justin Trudeau refuses to pause the carbon tax increase amid soaring living costs, provincial leaders warn of growing national unity crisis. Discover why Canada faces its most significant constitutional challenge in decades.
Alberta's Notwithstanding Clause Faces Intense Scrutiny
Alberta's plan to invoke the notwithstanding clause in its sovereignty act legislation sparks intense constitutional debate and sets the stage for a historic political showdown over provincial powers versus federal authority.
Newfoundland's power fight threatens Churchill Falls deal
A brewing constitutional battle between Newfoundland and Labrador and Hydro-Québec over the historic Churchill Falls power contract could reshape Canada's energy landscape and cost Quebec billions.
Simple Fix Saves Child Porn Minimum Sentences
University of Alberta law professor Steven Penney offers constitutional solution to preserve mandatory minimum sentences for child pornography offenses while avoiding controversial use of notwithstanding clause.
Bloc candidate appeals one-vote loss to Supreme Court
A Bloc Québécois candidate is escalating his one-vote election defeat to the Supreme Court of Canada, challenging the razor-thin margin in Terrebonne riding and potentially setting a constitutional precedent.
Premier Danielle Smith's Calgary Homecoming Vision
Premier Danielle Smith's homecoming speech in Calgary outlines transformative policies and addresses key challenges facing Alberta, from economic diversification to healthcare reforms.
Alberta Seeks New Auditor General Amid Extension Offer
Alberta's government is launching a search for a new Auditor General while current AG Doug Wylie offers to extend his term for two more years, creating political tension and uncertainty around financial oversight.
Alberta Pharmacy Vaccine Rollout Faces Bottlenecks
Albertans seeking COVID-19 vaccinations are encountering significant wait times at pharmacies across the province as limited vaccine supply struggles to meet overwhelming public demand.
Alberta Water Act Changes Spark Debate
Alberta's government proposes sweeping changes to water allocation rules, sparking heated debate between industry advocates and environmental watchdogs. Learn how this could reshape water management across the province.
Supreme Court to Rule on Trump Immunity Claim
The U.S. Supreme Court faces a pivotal decision on presidential immunity that could determine Trump's legal fate, raising questions about equal justice application.
Saskatchewan backs Alberta's teacher strike intervention
Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe throws support behind Alberta's controversial use of constitutional power to end teacher strike, sparking debate over labor rights and provincial authority in Canadian education.
Alberta Unions Launch Political War Against Premier Smith
Alberta's labour movement launches coordinated offensive against Premier Danielle Smith, testing her political strength in what could become the province's biggest labor battle in years.
Conrad Black: Canada's Constitutional Crisis Demands Reform
Conrad Black delivers a powerful critique of Canada's constitutional framework, arguing for Senate reform and warning of governmental overreach in this exclusive analysis.
Socialists' Surprising Support for Notwithstanding Clause
Explore the surprising history of how Canadian socialists once championed the notwithstanding clause as a tool for progressive change, and why their position has dramatically reversed in recent years.
Alberta invokes notwithstanding clause in teacher dispute
The Alberta government uses constitutional powers to impose teacher salary increases while simultaneously approving raises and benefits for political staff. Critics call it a troubling double standard.
Grizzly Bear Mauls Hunter South of Cochrane
A dramatic grizzly bear mauling near Cochrane, Alberta leaves hunter injured and bear dead. Details emerge about the shocking wildlife encounter in Alberta's backcountry.
Why the Notwithstanding Clause Critics Are Wrong
A fresh look at Canada's controversial notwithstanding clause reveals why common arguments against its use don't withstand constitutional scrutiny. Discover the historical context and legal principles that defend this unique parliamentary power.
How Canada's Supreme Court Invented the Right to Strike
A deep dive into how Canada's Supreme Court fundamentally transformed labor rights by inventing a constitutional right to strike that wasn't in the original framework.
Alberta Teachers' Union Has No Legal Case: Experts
Legal analysis reveals the Alberta Teachers' Association has limited options after Premier Danielle Smith's government legislated an end to their planned strike, sparking debate over labour rights in Alberta.
Alberta Unions Reveal Strategic Strike Plan
Alberta's largest public sector unions reveal coordinated strike strategy targeting government operations after contract negotiations stall, affecting 80,000 workers.
Majority of Albertans feel province heading wrong way
New Alberta government report card shows overwhelming public dissatisfaction with provincial direction, with key concerns about healthcare, economy and affordability shaping voter sentiment.
Alberta Labour Prepares for General Strike Over Bill 2
The Alberta Federation of Labour is mobilizing its 170,000 members for potential general strike action in response to the UCP government's Bill 2, warning of the most significant labour unrest in decades.
Notwithstanding Clause: Canada's Constitutional Power Play
Discover how Saskatchewan's recent legal battle puts Canada's rarely-used constitutional override clause in the spotlight. Learn what Section 33 means for your rights and why provinces are increasingly reaching for this nuclear option.
Alberta General Strike Threat: How Real Is It?
As Alberta's government pushes controversial legislation, labour leaders are threatening a general strike. Discover why this nuclear option is being discussed and what it could mean for Canadians.
UCP Accused of Selective Freedom for Supporters
A controversial letter alleges Alberta's UCP government restricts freedoms to political allies while punishing critics in education and healthcare sectors. Explore the growing concerns about political favoritism.
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