Significant Rights and Freedoms Cases Around the World
There are significant global examples related to rights and freedoms that merit attention, and we aim to begin showcasing these important cases.
Remembrance Day 2024
At the eleventh hour on the eleventh day of the eleventh month – we will remember them.
Successful Certification of Alberta Class Action Lawsuit for Business Owners Who Suffered Losses Due to Ultra Vires Public Health Orders
A Class Action lawsuit against the provincial government of Alberta on behalf of business owners who faced operational restrictions due to Public Health Orders during the COVID-19 pandemic, has been certified and will be heading to court.
Ontario Superior Court of Justice Overturned Suspended Sentence of Man Who Plead Guilty to Mischief Relating to Windsor Blockade
A recent Ontario Superior Court ruling, in the case against Mr. Theodorus DeBoer for participating in the Covid-19 Ambassador Bridge protest in Windsor, has overturned the suspended sentence handed down by the lower court.
40 Ontario Healthcare Workers Terminated Due to Covid Vaccine Refusal to be Compensated Arbitrator Rules
A recent dispute between employees, who chose not to comply with vaccine mandates, and their employer, William Osler Health System, has been resolved.
An arbitrator has ruled that the 40 employees are each due severance and termination compensation
Ontario Court of Appeals Strikes Down Law for CBSA Officers to Search Personal Electronic Devices at Border
In a case challenging the constitutionality of the search of digital devices at our borders, the Ontario Court of Appeal has ruled that the low threshold used to justify these searches is unconstitutional and inappropriately restricts the individual’s Charter rights.