CLF has been welcomed to participate as a friend of the court in the Bill 21 challenge at the Court of Appeal of Quebec.
Second Annual Report on Medical Assistance in Dying reveals concerning trends
Government report calls for immediate action to combat online sexual exploitation
Last week, the Standing Committee on Access to Information, Privacy and Ethics released its final report based on its investigative work into online sexual exploitation and child sexual abuse material. CLF was grateful for the opportunity to present written submissions to the Committee. This post summarizes the report and some of its key findings.
National Indigenous Peoples Day
Freedom of thought
On June 9, 2021, CLF submitted a written brief on freedom of thought to the UN Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Religion or Belief. The Special Rapporteur sought input on respecting, protecting, and fulfilling freedom of thought within UN member states, which will inform his report to the 76th Session of the U.N. General Assembly this September.
Advocating for freedom of conscience globally
Supreme Court respects religious group autonomy in unanimous decision
Freedom of conscience in healthcare
Protecting victims of sexual exploitation and human trafficking
Bill 21 Ruling
Bill C-7 is now law – what does that mean for Canadians?
CLF urges Parliament to halt Bill C-7 and respond to UN concerns
On February 8, 2021, CLF wrote to members of both houses of the Canadian Parliament, urging a sober second look at Bill C-7: An Act to amend the Code (medical assistance in dying). Of particular note, Bill C-7 proposes to expand access to euthanasia to persons with disabilities even if they are not near death.
Federal government expected to table legislation regulating online expression
The federal government is expected to introduce legislation in coming weeks to reduce or eliminate the presence of “harmful” content on social media and other digital platforms. This initiative is consistent with the government’s top legislative priorities, as listed in the Prime Minister’s January 15 mandate letter to cabinet.
CLF at the Supreme Court of Canada re: Aga
CLF to appear before Supreme Court in religious autonomy case
Federal government re-introduces bill to expand medical assistance in dying (MAiD) in Canada
COVID-19, the church, and avoiding bad precedents
Supreme Court will hear appeal in church autonomy case
A Christian’s Response to Racism and Injustice
"In recent weeks, injustice and racism has risen to the forefront of national and international conversations, exposing feelings of outrage, heartbreak, and denial. Many are hurting, confused, and fearful. Our world is broken and yearning for love and unity. Are we paying attention?" Read more in this guest blog from Sarah Gagnon and CLF member Ashley Maciuk.