Quebec's use of notwithstanding clause in language law opens constitutional debate – Mission City Record
Critics say the clause shuts down debate and prevents a proper judicial review of the legislation
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Critics say the clause shuts down debate and prevents a proper judicial review of the legislation
The Quebec government, meanwhile, says its use of the clause is legitimate and necessary to protect laws that are supported by the majority of Quebecers.
Critics of Bill 96 say the government's use of the notwithstanding clause to shield the law from constitutional challenges shuts down debate and prevents a proper judicial review of the legislation.
MONTREAL - When federal Justice Minister David Lametti reacted last week to the adoption of Quebec's...
MONTREAL - When federal Justice Minister David Lametti reacted last week to the adoption of Quebec's language ...