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Hate Speech in Canada: Revisiting the Whatcott decision

  • January 26, 2015
  • Jacob Murad

Against the very recent debates in global media on how far freedom of speech should be protected, this article takes a look at this right in a Canadian context. Using Saskatchewan (Human Rights Commission) v Whatcott, the author reveals the interesting interplay fundamental freedom of speech and the limitations posed on this freedom by hate speech legislation.

Constitutional, Civil Liberties and Human Rights Law

The "Inspiration Effect" at the Equality Effect

  • October 08, 2014
  • Richa Sandill

Five diverse lawyers come together in one article to share their enthusiasm behind human rights, volunteering, and working together as the driving forces of the Equality Effect - the headline organization for the CCLHR Section's upcoming October 14 event.

Constitutional, Civil Liberties and Human Rights Law

What the Bedford Decision Means for Constitutional Litigation

  • March 26, 2014
  • Lauren Shneer

A recap of the OBA's March 4, 2014 program addressing the Supreme Court's unanimous decision in Canada v Bedford, a decision declaring three provisions of the Criminal Code of Canada that criminalize various activities related to prostitution as unconstitutional.

Constitutional, Civil Liberties and Human Rights Law