Politicians Use Short Clips to Sway Voters Amid Attention Decline
As average attention spans drop to just 47 seconds, politicians leverage brief, digestible clips to influence public opinion, with experts urging deeper reading for context.
Category : Constitutional Issues
Ottawa Bill Aims to Cut Long Ballot Protests
The federal government has proposed new legislation designed to streamline the electoral process by addressing the issue of lengthy ballot protests, which have caused delays in past elections.
Jewish Groups Praise Anti-Hate Bill Passage in Commons
Jewish advocacy groups commend the House of Commons for passing Bill C-9, aimed at strengthening Canada's hate crime laws. The legislation introduces new offences to combat rising antisemitism and protect communities.
Notwithstanding Clause: Democratic Safeguard, Not Flaw
Former Montreal mayor Denis Coderre argues Section 33 of Canada's Constitution is essential for democratic governance, not a threat to rule of law, as Supreme Court examines its scope.
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Catholic Bishops Challenge Quebec's Bill 21 at Supreme Court
Canada's Catholic bishops argue Quebec lacks jurisdiction to ban religious symbols for public servants, claiming the law denies the divine. The Supreme Court hears final arguments.
California to Rename César Chavez Day Over Abuse Claims
California is set to rename César Chavez Day following sexual abuse allegations against the labor leader, sparking debate over his legacy and public commemorations.
Ben Shapiro to Headline Toronto Anti-Antizionism Conference
American commentator Ben Shapiro will deliver the keynote address at the inaugural World Symposium Against Antizionism in Toronto on May 17, organized by Jewish rights group Tafsik.
Provinces Push for Judicial Reform to Counter Progressive Bias
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith's call for provincial input in federal judicial appointments gains support from Ontario, Saskatchewan, and Quebec, challenging claims of judicial independence threats.
Bill 21 Supreme Court Case Affects All Canadians, Student Says
A Halifax commerce student argues that Quebec's Bill 21 secularism law has national implications, as the Supreme Court's decision could redefine rights and freedoms across Canada.
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Ex-Liberal Minister Aims for Ontario Chief Justice Post
Nathalie Des Rosiers, a former Wynne cabinet minister and activist lawyer, applies for Chief Justice of Ontario, sparking debate over political influence in judicial appointments.
UN Labels African Slave Trade 'Gravest Crime Against Humanity'
The United Nations has officially designated the African slave trade as the most severe crime against humanity, marking a pivotal moment in global recognition of historical atrocities.
Ontario: New Notwithstanding Clause Limits Threaten Federation
Ontario's attorney general argues that Supreme Court-imposed restrictions on the notwithstanding clause would cause irreparable harm to Canadian federalism, as hearings on Quebec's Bill 21 continue.
Supreme Court Sides with Cox in Copyright Fight with Labels
The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled in favor of Cox Communications in a major copyright dispute with record labels over digital downloads, setting a significant precedent for internet service providers.
Carney Slams Air Canada CEO Over English-Only Pilot Death Video
Prime Minister Mark Carney condemns Air Canada CEO Michael Rousseau's unilingual English video offering condolences for two pilots killed in a crash, calling it a 'lack of compassion'.
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Supreme Court Hears Bill 21 Challenge: Charter Override Limits
The Supreme Court of Canada hears arguments on Quebec's Bill 21, with the federal government urging limits on the notwithstanding clause, while provinces defend its broad use.
Supreme Court Sides with Cox in Copyright Case Over Downloads
The Supreme Court unanimously ruled that Cox Communications is not liable for copyright violations by its customers, reversing a lower court's decision in a case led by Sony Music Entertainment.
Supreme Court Bill 21 Hearings Raise Judicial Power Concerns
The Supreme Court of Canada's hearings on Quebec's Bill 21 have drawn criticism for resembling a parliamentary committee, with concerns about judicial overreach and reinterpretation of the notwithstanding clause.
Carney Revives Online Harms Act with Anti-Hate Network
The Canadian government under Mark Carney is reviving controversial online censorship legislation with input from the Canadian Anti-Hate Network, raising free speech concerns.
Wagner's Freedom Convoy Remarks Ignite Rights Debate
Chief Justice Richard Wagner's comments on the Freedom Convoy as 'anarchy' and the Liberal government's appeal of the Emergencies Act ruling raise concerns over democratic oversight and power structures in Canada.
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Ford: Privacy Commissioner's Opposition 'Politically Driven'
Ontario Premier Doug Ford claims the privacy commissioner's resistance to proposed record access limits is motivated by politics, sparking debate over government transparency.
Notwithstanding Clause Protects Canada from Trump-Style Threats
Columnist Chris Selley argues that Canada's notwithstanding clause serves as a crucial defense against potential authoritarian overreach, contrasting it with Quebec's Bill 21 religious symbols ban and dismissing comparisons to U.S. political dynamics.
Premiers Seek More Say in Federal Judicial Appointments
Four provincial premiers have jointly called for a reformed judicial appointment process that gives provinces meaningful input in selecting judges for superior courts and courts of appeal in their jurisdictions.
Quebec: No Limits on Notwithstanding Clause, Even for Tyrants
Quebec's government told the Supreme Court there should be no new restrictions on the use of the notwithstanding clause, even if a future tyrant could abuse it, during hearings on Bill 21.
Librarian Defies Order to Move LGBTQ+ Books, Cites First Amendment
A Tennessee library director refuses to relocate over 100 children's books with LGBTQ+ themes, calling it viewpoint discrimination and a First Amendment violation, as the board considers her termination.
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Federal Justice Minister Rejects Provincial Judicial Role Request
Justice Minister Sean Fraser has formally declined a request from four premiers seeking enhanced provincial input in appointing superior and appeal court judges, reaffirming federal authority over the judicial selection process.
Quebec Lawyers Defend Bill 21 Before Supreme Court
Lawyers representing the Quebec government argued at the Supreme Court of Canada that Bill 21, the province's secularism law, is a legitimate exercise of provincial authority, sparking protests outside the courthouse.
Premiers Seek More Influence in Federal Judicial Appointments
Four premiers from Alberta, Saskatchewan, Ontario, and Quebec have jointly requested enhanced collaboration in federal judicial appointments, but Justice Minister Sean Fraser remains non-committal to their proposal.
Quebec: Bill 21 Should Be Decided by Voters, Not Judges
Quebec tells Supreme Court that voters, not judges, should determine the fate of Bill 21, defending its use of the notwithstanding clause to shield the secularism law from Charter scrutiny.
Premiers Seek Greater Say in Federal Judge Appointments
Four Canadian premiers are advocating for increased provincial influence in the appointment of superior and appeal court judges, citing concerns over federal overreach and the need for regional representation in the judiciary.
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German President Warns of Transatlantic Rift Under Trump
German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier cautions that Donald Trump's potential return to the White House could severely strain transatlantic relations, highlighting concerns over tariffs and diplomatic ties.
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