Justice Centre for Constitutional Freedoms
Founded in 2010 as a voice for freedom in Canada’s courtrooms, the Justice Centre for Constitutional Freedoms (JCCF’s) mission is to defend the constitutional freedoms of Canadians through litigation and education.
Most Recent Articles by Justice Centre for Constitutional Freedoms:
Trudeau government did not meet the high legal threshold required to invoke the Emergencies Act
Judge dismisses Crown’s attempt to forfeit Chris Barber’s truck
December 19, 2025
“Asset forfeiture is an extraordinary power, and it must not be used to punish Canadians for participating in peaceful protest;”
Court to decide whether Chris Barber loses his truck on Friday
December 18, 2025
Mr. Barber said, “I followed the directions I was given and did everything I could to act lawfully and peacefully.”
“This is a good day for the rule of law in BC. The Court of Appeal has confirmed that, like laws, court orders should be clear enough that we know how to comply with them.”
Many regulators have begun embedding political or ideological content into mandatory courses, codes of ethics and continuing education requirements;
Mr. Anisimov’s experience parallels that of many students and employees who faced deregistration or discipline for declining the Covid vaccines on religious grounds across Canada;
“‘Big Red’ is how I put food on the table. I followed every instruction police gave me during the protest, and I never imagined the government would try to take the very truck I rely on to earn a living;”
“We are disappointed that the Court declined to stay Mr. Blackman’s convictions"
New report warns Ottawa’s ‘nudge’ unit erodes democracy and public trust
November 20, 2025
If behavioural science is being used to influence public attitudes, then elected representatives—not unelected strategists—must set the boundaries;
“Freedom of expression includes the right to say nothing. The right not to speak is an important counterpart to free speech”
Mr. Barber relied in good faith on police and court direction during the protest. The principles of fairness and justice require that citizens not be punished for following the advice of authorities;
The case raises broader concerns about the use of human rights complaints by public officials to suppress criticism from ordinary citizens;
The matter will now proceed to a consultation hearing before the OLRB, where lawyers funded by the Justice Centre will present the full merits of the case;
Although this case arises in Nova Scotia, its implications are national in scope
"The College has chosen to punish me for statements that are not hateful, but truthful. I’m appealing because biological reality matters, and so does freedom of expression"
The letter cautions that if the province proceeds with “overbroad, arbitrary, and grossly disproportionate restrictions,” the province could face a legal challenge and be brought to heel in court
The Justice Centre commends Canada Galaxy Pageants for standing up for parental rights and the right of women and girls to access female-only safe spaces
NCN Banishment Law and roadside checkstop violated Mr. Francois’ constitutional rights under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms
This ruling marks a significant step in what is believed to be the first criminal case in Canada involving a proposed Charter application based on the freezing of personal bank accounts under the Emergencies Act.
Mr. Kheir is calling for Ms. Kronas to be immediately reinstated to the Council and to be allowed to fulfill her elected role without further retaliation for expressing her views
“To imprison a man who sought and followed legal advice would bring the administration of justice into disrepute"
Judge rules Crown did not prove any criminal wrongdoing by Niagara business owner Harold Jonker
Cory Morgan: “I will not let myself be intimidated by the Siksika Nation leadership, who appear to be more interested in hiding the realities of conditions on their reserve than improving them for residents"
The evidence is clear: the harms of lockdowns outweighed their benefits. Canadians deserve an honest and transparent evaluation of lockdown harms, so that these mistakes are never repeated
Alberta court asked to determine limits of law society’s power
George Katerberg put up a sign beside an Ontario highway criticizing politicians about their management of Covid. But the Ministry of Transportation claimed it promoted hatred and forced him to take it down. Now the Ministry has backed down.
The Court rightly agreed with our submission that freedom of expression is not to be interfered with, even in the context of a human rights complaint
Chris Barber asks Court to stay proceedings against him
April 17, 2025
Two weeks after his conviction, Chris Barber argues that he sought legal advice during the 2022 Freedom Convoy protest and that it was not his fault if the advice was erroneous
Amy Hamm is asking the BC Supreme Court to overturn a decision of the Disciplinary Panel of the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives in a case that tests the free speech of regulated professionals
One day before trial, Crown prosecutors recognize thin case and withdraw charge against street preacher Jeffrey Sapocinik