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The Charter and the Notwithstanding Clause: Candice Telfer in the Globe and Mail

September 08, 2026

With the notwithstanding clause receiving increased attention across Canada, understanding its role within the broader framework of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms is increasingly important.

In an opinion piece published by the Globe and Mail, Candice Telfer examines the relationship between sections 1 and 33 of the Charter and the constitutional principles that shape their application. Candice is a partner at Aird & Berlis and Leader of the firm’s Indigenous Practice Group.

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