Episode 56: Is requiring SCC judges to be bilingual constitutional? Plus why the Canada Health Act must change
On Episode 56, we walk you through some potential court challenges to right the ship of federalism, explain why the Canada Health Act must change, and fill you in on the latest news about the Online Harms Act. Plus, should Lake Winnipeg be legally defined as a person?
Stories and cases discussed in this week’s episode:
- Bill C-13: An Act to amend the Official Languages Act, to enact the Use of French in Federally Regulated Private Businesses Act and to make related amendments to other Acts
- Canada Health Act (R.S.C., 1985, c. C-6)
- Premier Danielle Smith unveils plans to amend Alberta Bill of Rights
- Lawsuit by Manitoba chiefs urges Lake Winnipeg be legally defined as a person
- Rising number of Canadians support major health care reform, survey finds
Not Reserving Judgment is a podcast about Canadian constitutional law hosted by Josh Dehaas, Joanna Baron, and Christine Van Geyn. The show is brought to you by the Canadian Constitution Foundation, a non-partisan legal charity dedicated to defending rights and freedoms. To support our work, you can donate to the CCF here.
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