Cardozo Journal of International and Comparative Law
Abstract
The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, enacted in 1982, was a transformative constitutional document designed to deepen Canada's commitment to liberal democracy by recognizing a multi-faceted rightholder embedded in both individual and community identities. It aimed to balance diverse cultural, linguistic, and ethnic interests, particularly addressing Quebec's distinct identity while promoting a unified Canadian identity. However, the Charter's implementation and interpretation have been marked by ongoing political and legal challenges, particularly in Quebec, where it has been both a tool for asserting minority rights and a focal point for separatist movements.
Disciplines
Human Rights Law | Law | Law and Gender
Recommended Citation
Lorraine Weinrib,
Canada's Charter: Rights Protection in the Cultural Mosaic,
4
Cardozo J. Int'l & Comp. L.
395
(1996).
Available at:
https://larc.cardozo.yu.edu/cjicl/vol4/iss2/12