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Calgary man re-arrested for break-and-enter a day after release
A Calgary man faces charges for two break-and-enters committed within hours, one day after being released for a similar offence. Police urge holiday security vigilance.
Judge Tosses Humboldt Broncos Crash Lawsuit
A Saskatchewan judge has ruled families of five Humboldt Broncos crash victims cannot sue the provincial government. The decision cites provincial insurance law and rejects Charter arguments.
Smith: Notwithstanding clause use likely amid court rulings
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says her government is increasingly prepared to use the Charter's notwithstanding clause to counter judicial decisions she deems unreasonable. Read the full interview.
Judge Dismisses Humboldt Broncos Families' 2018 Lawsuit
A Saskatchewan judge has ruled provincial laws do not violate charter rights, dismissing a lawsuit from five families affected by the 2018 Humboldt Broncos bus crash. Read the full ruling details.
Vancouver hit-and-run kills elderly woman, driver sought
Vancouver police are searching for a driver who fled after striking and killing an 81-year-old woman on Rupert Street. The vehicle is a dark grey 1990s Volkswagen Golf.
First Nations Caution B.C. Premier on UN Indigenous Rights
First Nations leaders in British Columbia urge Premier David Eby not to pursue changes to the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples. Learn about the concerns and the political context.
Montrealer challenges Quebec's civil forfeiture law
André Levy is contesting the constitutionality of Quebec's civil forfeiture law after police seized over $2 million from his home without criminal charges. His lawyers argue it violates Charter rights.
SATC Reboot 'And Just Like That' Ends After 3 Seasons
HBO Max's 'Sex and the City' reboot, 'And Just Like That...', concludes after three polarizing seasons. We analyze the fan disappointment, botched storylines, and why the finale felt unplanned.
Hotel Owner Found Liable for Native American Bias
A federal jury found the owner of a Rapid City hotel liable for discriminating against Native Americans, ordering tens of thousands in damages. The case highlights ongoing racial tensions.
How Joseph Howe won press freedom in 1835
Long before the Charter, Joseph Howe's 1835 libel trial in Halifax established a cornerstone of Canadian liberty. Discover the story of this Father of Confederation's defiant stand.
Vancouver restaurant starts drive after stolen bow
A heartwarming response to a theft at Commercial Drive's Livia Bakery and Restaurant has sparked a community food and blanket drive. Learn how Vancouverites are turning a loss into an act of giving.
Alberta court voids lawyer's oath to King on Charter grounds
An Alberta Court of Appeal ruling declares the lawyer's oath of allegiance to the sovereign a Charter violation. Explore the case, its implications for citizenship, and the call for an appeal.
Liberals reject using notwithstanding clause for Bill C-16
The Liberal government defends Bill C-16's approach to mandatory minimums, rejecting calls from Pierre Poilievre to invoke the notwithstanding clause. Learn about the Charter debate.
B.C. Reconciliation Work Necessary, Not Extreme: Leaders
Indigenous leaders Stewart Phillip, Terry Teegee, and Shana Thomas counter claims that B.C.'s reconciliation agenda is radical, arguing it's a necessary, lawful path forward based on rights recognition.
Nurse's Legal Fight for Sex-Segregated Change Rooms
Scottish nurse Sandie Peggie's suspension and legal battle after objecting to a transgender colleague in the female change room. Her fight highlights ongoing conflicts over women's sex-based rights.
Alberta Companies Fined for Workplace Injury
Two Alberta companies and a supervisor face significant fines following a serious injury at an oil and gas site. Read the full details of the court's decision and its implications for workplace safety.
Canada ranks 13th as global freedoms decline sharply
A new Fraser Institute report reveals a sharp decline in human freedoms worldwide, with Canada holding steady at 13th place. Switzerland tops the list, while Hong Kong's ranking plummets.
Toronto mayor says police lawyer blocks protest charges
Mayor Olivia Chow says a Toronto Police lawyer advises against charges at anti-Israel protests, citing Charter rights. Critics warn of rising antisemitism and security concerns.
U.S. Bill of Rights vs. Canada's Charter: A 234-Year Contrast
As Bill of Rights Day approaches, we examine the enduring U.S. principle of inalienable rights versus Canada's 'reasonable limits' framework. Explore the historical debate between Madison and Jefferson.
Windsor police seek suspects in two hit-and-run incidents
Windsor police are asking for public help to find drivers involved in two separate hit-and-run collisions with pedestrians on December 2. Both victims sustained non-life-threatening injuries.
Man charged in fatal Scarborough crash
A Toronto man faces charges after a crash in Scarborough left a woman dead. Police continue their investigation into the tragic November incident.
RCMP seek truck in fiery St. Albert hit-and-run
Mounties are searching for a black truck involved in an aggressive hit-and-run that set a vehicle on fire in St. Albert. Police released an image of the suspect vehicle.
Quebec man wanted in Toronto hit-and-run
Police are searching for a driver from Quebec after a pedestrian was injured in a hit-and-run in Toronto's Harbourfront. The incident occurred on December 1, 2025.
Alberta cabinet cites cost in using Charter override on teachers
Alberta cabinet ministers state financial considerations were central to the decision to invoke the Charter's notwithstanding clause in the teachers' dispute. Get the latest on this provincial political development.
Minister: Religion should not be exempt from hate speech law
Liberal Minister Marc Miller argues religious groups should not be exempt from Canada's hate speech legislation. The statement was made in Ottawa on December 2, 2025. Read the details.
Thomson, Weston Bid for Hudson's Bay Charter Uncontested
A bid by the Thomson and Weston families to acquire the historic Hudson's Bay charter is set to proceed without challenge, a source confirms. Explore the implications for Canadian heritage.
Calgary driver charged in Blackfoot Trail hit-and-run
A driver has been charged following a hit-and-run collision on Calgary's Blackfoot Trail. Get the latest details on the incident and police investigation.
Coalition to ask UN to investigate Quebec's Bill 1
A coalition of legal and human rights groups plans to request a UN emergency investigation into Quebec's proposed constitution, Bill 1, citing violations of minority and Indigenous rights.
Kitchener police seek hit-and-run driver identification
Waterloo Regional Police are asking for public assistance to identify a driver involved in a hit-and-run incident. Anyone with information is urged to contact authorities immediately.
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