Scholars’ Hub @ Home | Populism and Legality in Canada: The increased use of the notwithstanding clause

Join Dr. Emily Laxer, Associate Professor, Sociology, Glendon Campus and York University Research Chair in Populism, Rights, and Legality on Sept. 25 as she explores the role of populism in shaping Canadian provinces’ increased use of the notwithstanding clause; an exceptional provision allowing governments to temporarily override certain sections of the Charter when passing legislation.