An explainer on the Charter's notwithstanding clause and its modern uses. The notwithstanding clause has gotten more popular in recent years. It's been a hot topic with the Saskatchewan government using it recently. But what does the notwithstanding clause do? What is the notwithstanding … [Read more...]
Quebec’s Need for Cultural and Linguistic Protection, the Notwithstanding Clause, and the Demise of the Meech Lake Accord
For careful observers of Canadian culture and politics, there was an obvious irony attached to the House of Commons motion that was approved in November of 2006, recognizing Quebec’s special place in Confederation. The motion garnered 265 yeas and a mere 16 nays and stated: “Que cette Chambre … [Read more...]