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:
In their appeal, David MacKinnon and Aris Lavranos argue that the Federal Court’s reasoning was flawed when dismissing the challenge to the Prime Minister’s decision to shut down Parliament for 11 weeks
“It is refreshing to see a court do its job of protecting our Charter freedoms, by holding government to a high standard. There was no science behind Ontario’s total ban on all outdoor protests.”
Many British Columbians in palliative care wish to spend final days in spaces free from offers of euthanasia
Court finds Chris Barber guilty of mischief
April 4, 2025
Saskatchewan trucker and trucking company owner Chris Barber found guilty of mischief by the Ontario Court of Justice for his involvement in the peaceful Freedom Convoy
The Bank of Canada continues to research a central bank digital currency, but a “digital dollar” could undermine Canadians’ rights and freedoms
Local grandmother and former teacher alleges that censorship at public school board meetings and prohibiting recording violates constitutional freedoms
Court disagrees that $290 million nuisance lawsuit is designed to silence expression of protestors and dismisses appeal
We are disappointed that the Prime Minister’s unprecedented use of the power to prorogue Parliament has been upheld. Court has confirmed that the power to prorogue Parliament is not immune from review by the courts
Federal Court will hear prorogation challenge this week in Ottawa
February 10, 2025
This historic case could determine the scope of a Prime Minister’s power to advise a Governor General to prorogue Parliament.
Task Force exposes Alberta’s mismanaged Covid response
January 27, 2025
The Task Force urges Alberta to "allow healthcare professionals to prescribe treatments in their patients' best interest and ensure access to therapies with established safety records."
Today, January 18, Chief Justice Paul S. Crampton granted a motion for an expedited hearing in the case against the Prime Minister’s decision to advise the Governor General of Canada to prorogue Parliament.
Prorogation violates the constitutional principles of Parliamentary sovereignty and Parliamentary accountability
This case will test freedom of expression and the right of police officers to make donations to the causes of their choice.
Randy Hillier’s Appeal of Ontario’s lockdown measures goes to court
September 19, 2024
“Ontario’s decision to put every single citizen on a form of house arrest for 55 days was a measure not seen outside of totalitarian states. It was unscientific and overwhelmingly harmful"
If Canada Post, a federal government agency, is allowed to deny us service because some workers disagree with our political or moral viewpoint, where might that lead?
Both the Peckford and Bernier cases asked the Federal Court to strike down the mandate as a breach of Charter sections 2, 6, 7, 8 and 15.
Crown prosecutors in Ontario claim that they do not have enough resources to prosecute people accused of sexual assault and other serious crimes. People accused of serious crimes are walking away without facing trial because of extreme delays
Prosecutors have withdrawn five charges against four Canadians who refused to comply with ArriveCAN, sidestepping the question of ArriveCAN’s constitutionality
Canadians are successfully battling charges laid under the Charter-violating federal policy of mandatory use of ArriveCAN
Judge acquitted Evan Blackman because of weak evidence, including hazy police recollection of the arrest, but government still thinks it has a case
Constable Brisco, a highly trained and respected police officer of 15 years, is now back on active duty
Its decision to punish Mr. Jonker for having participated in the Freedom Convoy protest was unreasonable
Justice Centre provided lawyers to Canadians who challenged federal government over its militaristic crackdown on protestors and freezing of bank accounts
In aftermath of Ingram court ruling, College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta decides not to prosecute Dr. Michal Princ
ArriveCAN ticket case dismissed, but Charter rights remain in limbo
January 19, 2024
Even though the Crown has withdrawn Scott Bennett's charge for not using the ArriveCAN app, Canadians still need a court ruling on whether this federal policy complied with the Charter
BC pastor seeks Court order for the BC Attorney General and Provincial Health Officer to disclose records of exemptions provided after some records show that Dr. Bonnie Henry unfairly favoured some faith groups
“The court has deliberately ignored the abundant evidence of lockdown harms that was put before the court and, therefore, has no rational basis for affirming the government’s severe and prolonged violations of Charter rights and freedoms”
Police officer challenges harsh discipline in free speech case
November 21, 2023
“Every Canadian, including police and also including doctors, nurses, teachers and other regulated professionals, has a right to donate to the cause of her or his choice, and to do so privately and confidentially"
All charges dismissed against Ottawa protestor
October 24, 2023
Video showed Evan Blackman singing “O Canada” on his knees prior to arrest
Criminal trial of Freedom Convoy protestor Chris Barber continues
October 11, 2023
In the midst of severe government restrictions, these peaceful protestors managed to have their voices heard, standing up to defend all of our Charter rights against unjust and unscientific government policies