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Apr 15, 2020 · The Supreme Court of Canada has confirmed that government laws and actions can only place limitations on free expression if they can be justified in a free and democratic society (as per section 1 of the Charter). Restriction or regulation of expression is found in various Canadians laws.
Feb 26, 2018 · Legault’s government invoked the notwithstanding clause to block individuals or groups from challenging the law for violating Charter rights. The law sparked protests and debate and was criticized by many as a form of legalized discrimination.
- Limiting police powers. One of the more significant changes over the past 30 years has been court-enforced legal safeguards and accountability for policing, Des Rosiers observes.
- Women's reproductive rights. The key decision in this instance was the 1988 Morgentaler case, in which the Supreme Court ruled that the Criminal Code sections on abortion were unconstitutional.
- Recognition of the LGBT community. Through a series of decisions the courts have recognized rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender Canadians, despite the fact that sexual orientation is not specifically mentioned in the charter itself.
- Linguistic rights for francophones outside Quebec. Through a series of provincial and Supreme Court decisions, the charter gave francophones outside Quebec access to French schools, school boards and even hospitals.
Sep 6, 2022 · If the court sees fit to shift from a formal judicial review to a more substantial review, the current challenges to the liberal rule of law, as well criticism of the critiques of government by judges, would gain even more legitimacy. Ultimately, Sirota says there's not much the courts can do.
Apr 29, 2021 · After more than 25 years of Canadian governments pursuing a hands-off approach to the online world, the government of Justin Trudeau is now pushing Bill C-10, a law that would see...
Feb 10, 2022 · To the extent that the “freedom convoy” has involved peaceful protests to convey political messages and criticism of pandemic law and policy – it reflects this constitutional commitment.
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Nov 11, 2023 · Freedom of expression means protection from government or legal overreach. It does not mean freedom from criticism. Counter-protests and counter-speech are themselves expressive acts that must be protected. The current context appears to be having a particularly concerning impact on Jewish and Muslim communities.
