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National - Conscription in Canada - National Magazine
WEBJun 6, 2024 · While campaigning in May, British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak called for the reinstatement of national service, a much lighter requirement than military conscription. While many mocked his announcement as a vote grabber aimed at the older generation, some saw it as prudent. In January, the head of the …
National - Interpreting the Crown's promise - National Magazine
WEBNov 3, 2023 · Interpreting the Crown's promise. The Supreme Court hears an unusual case on the implementation of treaty undertakings. BY Doug Beazley 3 Nov. 2023. Watershed moments in law aren’t always recognized for what they are while they’re still happening. In Ontario, a dispute over a unique pair of First Nations treaties going on for more than 150 ...
Indigenous laws are a critical part of Canada's legal landscape
WEBJun 21, 2021 · Aboriginal law is Canadian law relating to Indigenous peoples. It is developed primarily by non-Indigenous actors and rooted in colonial legal underpinnings (i.e., British North America Act, 1867 and Constitution Act, 1982). In contrast, Indigenous laws are the laws made by Indigenous Peoples, rooted in …
National - UNDRIP’s place in Canadian law - National Magazine
WEBDec 16, 2021 · UNDRIP’s place in Canadian law. Passing the implementation statute was the easy part. The real test is figuring out what to do with all our other laws. The federal and B.C. governments are discovering that it’s no small task ensuring that every law on the books complies with the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.
National - A critical milestone on the road to reconciliation
WEBDec 17, 2020 · A critical milestone on the road to reconciliation. Enshrining the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples in Canadian law could offer a way out of structures established by the Indian Act. When Billy Diamond, grand chief of the Quebec Cree, signed the agreement giving the consent of his people to …
National - Righting Canada's wronged animals - National …
WEBSep 10, 2021 · Righting Canada's wronged animals. For the first time in a federal election in Canada, animal issues are on the map. With Canadians set to head to the polls on September 20, the Conservatives, Liberals, NDP and Green Party all have animal welfare promises in their platforms. "We're thrilled," said Barbara Cartwright, CEO …
National - An absolute right? - National Magazine
WEBApr 20, 2021 · An absolute right? A professor’s one-man constitutional challenge raises fundamental questions about parliamentary privilege and the ability of legislators to deliberate and hold the executive to account on matters of national security. BY Max Binks-Collier 20 Apr. 2021.
National - A glimmer of hope - National Magazine
WEBMay 3, 2021 · The Supreme Court of Canada’s recent decision confirming the constitutionality of national carbon pricing legislation was an important win for climate federalism, and a critical first step towards climate justice.. But much more needs to be done – urgently – to ensure that climate change does not further worsen existing inequalities.The Supreme Court missed a perfect opportunity to send ...
National - Criminal justice and the Canadian election
WEBSep 15, 2021 · The Conservatives are no longer putting faith in the idea that extending prison terms will reduce crime. The Liberals have, after years of promises, moved forward on dismantling the tough-on-crime regime. The NDP and Greens are leading the charge on more expansive reductions in criminal law. In the …
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