Quebec Bar: CAQ Abusing Notwithstanding Clause
The Quebec Bar Association has issued a formal condemnation of the CAQ government's repeated use of the constitutional notwithstanding clause, arguing it undermines fundamental rights.
Category : Constitutional Issues
Canada's Language Watchdog Apologizes for Valentine's Day Post
Canada's Office of the Commissioner of Official Languages apologizes and removes a French Valentine's Day social media post containing a double entendre that drew criticism from federal and Quebec politicians.
Gallant Commission Report Release Set for Next Monday
The long-awaited Gallant Commission report investigating Quebec's SAAQclic auto insurance rollout will be published next Monday, following Commissioner Denis Gallant's inquiry.
Cellphone Videos Contradict ICE Account of Minneapolis Shooting
Eyewitness footage of Alex Pretti's fatal shooting by ICE reveals discrepancies in official statements, highlighting the power and risks of recording law enforcement.
French Language Key Issue in Quebec Election and Sovereignty Debate
New polling reveals the French language will be a defining issue in Quebec's upcoming election and any future sovereignty referendum, with stark differences in perception between francophones and anglophones.
Quebec Minister Criticized for Constitutional Bill Control
Justice Minister Simon Jolin-Barrette faces backlash for asserting sole authority over Bill 1 amendments, with critics calling for legislative committee independence and inclusive constitutional process.
Barbara Kay: Canada Wrong on Residential School Genocide
Columnist Barbara Kay argues Canada's characterization of residential schools as genocidal is incorrect, citing lack of evidence and unspent excavation funds in Kamloops.
Quebec vs. Alberta Judicial Reform Debate
Columnist Colby Cosh examines why Quebec receives federal consultation on court appointments while Alberta's similar request faces constitutional criticism, analyzing bilingualism requirements and political dynamics.
Alberta Premier Smith Responds to Judicial Reform Critics
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith addresses backlash over her comments on judicial reform, emphasizing provincial rights and accountability in a press conference at the Legislature.
Trump Administration Targets Citizen Videos of ICE Actions
Recent ICE shootings in Minneapolis captured on smartphone videos challenge official narratives, prompting Trump administration efforts to discourage public recording of federal agents despite legal protections.
Liberal 'Inclusion' Council Sparks Debate on Canadian Identity
The new Advisory Council on Rights, Equality and Inclusion aims to create a common narrative but critics argue it promotes division by delegitimizing Canadian history and heritage.
Alberta Separatists Say Independence Petition 'Crushing It'
Alberta separatist leader Jeffrey Rath reports strong momentum for petition drive aiming to put independence question on provincial ballot this fall, with thousands signing despite criticism.
Senator Calls for Investigation of Justice Jackson's Grammy Presence
Republican Senator Marsha Blackburn urges Supreme Court Chief Justice to investigate Ketanji Brown Jackson's attendance at the politically charged Grammy Awards ceremony.
Canada's Official Languages Valentine's Card Creates Internet Stir
Canada's Official Languages Commissioner posted a Valentine's Day card with a French phrase that internet users flagged as potentially phallic slang, raising questions about translation quality and intent.
B.C. Seeks Top Court Hearing on DRIPA Appeal
The British Columbia government has filed an appeal to the Supreme Court of Canada regarding the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act, arguing that core democratic principles are at stake in the legal dispute.
Experts: Vance's Media Attacks Are 'Opinion Manipulation'
Vice President JD Vance's recent criticism of journalists as 'angry' and 'fake' represents a calculated tactic to undermine trust in media and redirect it toward Trump, experts in history and First Amendment law warn.
Miller's Constitutional Slip on Fox News Over Harris
Katie Miller, wife of Stephen Miller, suggested a 2028 Trump-Harris rematch on Hannity's show, overlooking the 22nd Amendment's term limits, while mocking Harris's social media rebrand.
Judge Approves Bid to Revoke Citizenship Over Massacre Role
A federal judge has approved a government bid to revoke Canadian citizenship from a man who concealed his involvement in a massacre. The case highlights legal consequences for immigration fraud tied to atrocities.
Canada Scraps Hate Envoys for Unified Advisory Council
The Liberal government has eliminated separate antisemitism and Islamophobia envoy positions, creating a single Advisory Council on Rights, Equality and Inclusion to combat hate more effectively.
Canada Needs Unity to Recover Lost Decade, Says Brookman
George Brookman argues Canada has lost a decade and must rediscover the cooperative spirit of the Fathers of Confederation to address modern challenges like separatism and economic stagnation.
Alberta Separatism: Carney's Challenge Amid Foreign Threats
As Alberta separatism remains a persistent issue, concerns grow about potential American interference in any future referendum. Prime Minister Mark Carney's geopolitical strategy faces scrutiny.
Canada Eliminates Special Envoy on Holocaust Remembrance
Canada's decision to shutter the Office of the Special Envoy on Preserving Holocaust Remembrance and Combatting Antisemitism has drawn sharp criticism as Jewish communities face rising hate crimes.
Moral Shortcuts Fuel Antisemitism Surge in Canada
Professor Yang Meng analyzes how political rhetoric and historical distortions contribute to rising antisemitism in Canada, highlighting community fragility and generational silence.
Alberta Judicial Appointments: Merit vs. Politics Debate
Edmonton Journal letters criticize Alberta's judicial selection process, arguing appointments should prioritize merit over political alignment with the UCP government's values.
UK Parliament to Probe Royal Finances After Andrew Scandal
A UK parliamentary committee will investigate royal finances following Prince Andrew's departure from Windsor, focusing on his token rent payments and broader taxpayer implications.
Colonial Tactics 'Boomerang' to Fuel ICE Militarization
The 'imperial boomerang' theory explains how violent control methods developed abroad are now deployed domestically by ICE in cities like Minneapolis, tracing a disturbing historical pattern.
Canada Ends Antisemitism, Islamophobia Envoy Roles
The federal government has abolished special envoy positions on antisemitism and Islamophobia, replacing them with a national unity committee, sparking criticism from advocacy groups.
Alberta Lawyers Warn Premier's Remarks Threaten Democracy
A group of 171 Alberta lawyers has published an open letter expressing grave concerns that Premier Danielle Smith's rhetoric and policies are eroding democratic institutions and judicial independence in the province.
Alberta's Courts, Legislature and Executive Must Stay Balanced
Legal expert argues Alberta must preserve the delicate balance between judicial, legislative and executive branches amid recent political tensions and constitutional debates.
Dion: Smith Must Answer Questions Before Alberta Separation Vote
Former federal minister Stéphane Dion calls on Alberta Premier Danielle Smith to provide clear answers on separation plans before any referendum, amid ongoing constitutional tensions.
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