Union certification bid in Quebec falls under derivative federal power over labour relations: SCC
For the Supreme Court of Canada’s majority, Justice Andromache Karakatsanis rejected the dissenting view that the appeal is ‘a test of the targeted use of the declaratory power’ that has the potential to ‘extend federal authority over labour relations in a manner that flatly contradicts the principle of federalism.’
Friday, November 06, 2026 @ 5:47 PM
With all its Quebec judges warning, in dissent, against the improper expansion of federal authority over labour relations, the Supreme Court of Canada has 5-4 affirmed that a union certification bid from Quebec falls within derivative federal jurisdiction over labour relations rather than under the province’s labour code. On Nov. 6, Justice Andromache Karakatsanis, writing for the majority, dismissed the attorney general of Quebec’s appeal: Quebec (Attorney General) v. SGS Canada inc., 2026 SCC 37. ... [read more]
Canada sanctions those aiding Russia’s illegal war & missile strikes on Ukrainian civilian targets
Monday, November 09, 2026 @ 2:45 PM
Canada has imposed new sanctions targeting entities and individuals who aid Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine, including Russia’s financial enablers and developers of ballistic missile technology. ... [read more]
Ontario decision removes roadblock for negligence cases against Crown employees, lawyer says
Monday, November 09, 2026 @ 2:40 PM
Ontario’s top court has overturned the dismissal of a man’s claim over injuries he suffered in a jail attack, finding a motion judge interpreted provincial legislation on Crown liability too broadly. ... [read more]
Nunavut points to improvements in foster care following critical report
Monday, November 09, 2026 @ 1:54 PM
Nunavut’s government is acknowledging yet another scathing auditor general’s report criticizing the territory’s foster care system — but insists “incremental and consistent progress” has been made as of late. ... [read more]
Reaction to newly tabled federal budget mixed as industries call for investment, stability
Friday, November 06, 2026 @ 5:17 PM
Reactions to the recently released federal budget have ranged from welcoming to warning, as organizations stress the need for stability amid ongoing economic uncertainty. Budget 2026, released on Nov. 5, emphasized growth and sovereignty with proposals geared towards energy infrastructure, critical minerals, affordability and supporting the arts. ... [read more]