Rule of law, judges ‘under attack’ in many countries, Canada’s chief justice says / City News / Toronto
Tuesday, June 10, 2025, 11:23 am permalink
Canada’s Chief Justice Richard Wagner has sounded the alarm on a worldwide erosion of judicial independence and the rule of law. Citing numerous international examples, his pointed remarks underscore growing challenges facing courts in today’s volatile geopolitical climate.
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Alberta’s Separatist Referendum Debate Stokes Divisive Political Fire
Tuesday, May 13, 2025, 8:21 am permalink
Heated debate swirls as Premier Smith pushes for a 2026 separatist referendum in Alberta, sparking fierce criticism and concern over potential provincial disunity. Critics decry the gamble as reckless while supporters champion it as a bold step toward self-determination, illustrating Alberta’s volatile political climate with a mix of alarm and sardonic wit.
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Canadians Reject Two-Party Politics, Demand Diverse Political Options
Tuesday, May 13, 2025, 6:20 am permalink
Polls reveal a clear message from Canadians: a desire to avoid a rigid two-party system after a tightly contested federal election. The survey highlights a public yearning for political plurality, sparking ironic reflections on the binary choices dominating past elections.
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Terrebonne vote controversy highlights postal ballot dilemma
Monday, May 12, 2025, 7:21 pm permalink
In a razor-thin electoral race in Terrebonne, a ballot returned via Canada Post has upended the local vote count. Questions arose when one electora’s inability to vote by mail threatened to alter the final outcome, leaving political observers and voters alike musing over the quirks of an already charged election process.
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Alberta watchdog warns UCP bill curbs election investigations power
Friday, May 9, 2025, 8:20 pm permalink
Alberta’s chief electoral officer has issued a stern warning over a UCP-proposed bill that could significantly curb his ability to investigate election rule violations. Critics say the measure risks undermining electoral integrity by limiting oversight, all while political pressures intensify in a contentious legislative climate.
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