The Expanded Role of the Judiciary: The Supreme Court and the Charter
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The introduction of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms and the Constitution Act, 1982 marked a decisive moment for Canadian federalism. In particular, it greatly expanded the role of the judiciary and the Supreme Court of Canada. The Charter created a legal framework of rights which changed the role of the courts in the Canadian political landscape. As a result, governments have been dissuaded from policy measures which might invoke legal action as a potential Supreme Court ruling is considered stare decisis 170 and could be potentially damaging to the confidence of the House of Commons and its popular support.[...]
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2002 ◽
Vol 35
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pp. 811-833
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2003 ◽
Vol 1
(1)
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pp. 35-57
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2017 ◽
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