Section 33: The Notwithstanding Clause ( Individual)

In this assignment you will prepare a two paragraph (maximum) response discussing the use of the notwithstanding clause. You have four (4) choices to discuss (you may choose another use if not provided). Choose one (1) example for your response. Doug Ford and the CUPE strike Quebec and Bill 21 (An Act Respecting the Laicity of the State) Quebec and The Charter of the French Language Poilievre on Consecutive Murder Charges In your response you will: 1) Describe the use and reason for the invocation of section 33 2) Discuss who (groups and individuals) are in favour and who or against this application of section 33 3) Discuss the implications of this use (how will it affect citizens, what rights will be curtailed, what precedent does it set) 4) Discuss whether or not you feel this is an appropriate use of section 33