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Notwithstanding the Charter, the state, and religion

Quebec's secularism law is expected to be appealed before the Supreme Court of Canada. The Quebec case is fundamental to the use of the notwithstanding clause as it affects numerous rights and freedoms protected by the Charter. It has had widespread publicity across the country for several years and fixed views have emerged on the override clause and in the use of religious symbols by persons interacting with citizens on behalf of the State.

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BY GAR PARDY
September 10, 2021

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