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The Notwithstanding Clause: Democracy’s Safety Valve or a Threat to Your Rights?
If you’ve been following Canadian news at all lately, you’ve probably heard the term “notwithstanding clause” thrown around. From Quebec’s secularism laws to Alberta’s back-to-school bill forcing teachers back to work, this constitutional provision has been making headlines — and sparking debate. In this episode of Definitely Not Legal Advice, Laura McPhee and Mark Jacka break down what the notwithstanding clause actually is, how it works, and then do something fun: they each
May 114 min read
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