Canadian law does not allow a province to separate on its own. A province must negotiate with the rest of Canada to change the Constitution before it can become independent. In October 2026, Albertans will vote on whether the province should remain in Canada or start the process for a second, … [Read more...]
Indigenous Law vs. Aboriginal Law: What’s the difference?
Indigenous laws are gaining recognition in Canada's legal landscape, but have always been a part of the fabric of the Nation. Canadian law is a multi-juridical system, where many forms of law coexist. Canada’s legal system was founded on a combination of English common law, French civil law (in … [Read more...]
The Alberta Legislature repeatedly uses the Charter’s notwithstanding clause to shield controversial laws from court challenges
Alberta's use of the notwithstanding clause in the proposed Protecting Alberta’s Children Statutes Amendment Act and other controversial laws might impact Albertans' Charter rights. EDITOR'S NOTE This article was published on November 24, 2025. The Alberta Legislature passed Bill 9, the … [Read more...]
