Canadian Legal System & Contract Law Essentials
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Canadian Charter & Legal System Foundations
Definition: Part of Canada’s Constitution that guarantees fundamental rights and freedoms. Legislation that violates a Charter right can be invalidated unless it meets the Oakes Test.
Scenario: A small business is subject to a provincial regulation restricting certain advertisements. The business argues the restriction violates freedom of expression under the Charter. A court applies the Oakes Test to see if the limit is justifiable.
Understanding Legal Tribunals
Definition: Specialized boards or agencies (e.g., labour boards, human rights tribunals) created by statute to deal with specific issues more efficiently than courts.
Scenario: An employee alleges discrimination. Instead of suing in court,... Continue reading "Canadian Legal System & Contract Law Essentials" »