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Bill C-9 may combat hate, but at the expense of free religious expression

by Flyn Ritchie • March 17, 2026 • 0 Comments

A wide range of Canadian communities are opposing Bill C-9, the Combatting Hate Act, which the Liberal Party is rushing through Parliament. The Justice Committee tabled its report – modified in the face of opposition – in the House of…

BC Civil Liberties Association urges province to allow in-person worship

by Flyn Ritchie • January 13, 2021 • 4 Comments

The executive directors of both the BC Civil Liberties Association and the Canadian Civil Liberties Association have written provincial health authorities to ask them to allow in-person worship and to explain any restrictions preventing faith groups from gathering. Following is…