Event Video: Justice Colin Feasby on the Law of Democracy

Interview Series: Marion Sandilands on the Notwithstanding Clause

Michael Pal Lecture Video: The New Right to Vote

Debra Thompson Videos: Race, Democracy, and Politics without Guarantees

Professor Debra Thompson (McGill University, Political Science) delivered a public lecture through the CCS on Nov 27, 2024. The first video below is her full lecture; the second video is her response to an audience question about the 2024 US election.

Event Video: Seána Glennon on Deliberative Minipublics and Constitutional Change

Doug Ford, Voting Rights, and the Notwithstanding Clause: Interview with Professor Mike Pal

The Alberta Sovereignty Act and Democratic Institutions: Interview with Feo Snagovsky

Prof Feo Snagovsky (Political Science, University of Alberta) talks to Richard Mailey about the constitutionality of the Alberta Sovereignty Act, how citizens can best express their concerns about it, and why we should still care about our democratic institutions.

The Alberta Sovereignty Act: Interview with Marion Sandilands

Marion Sandilands (Conway Litigation) talks to Richard Mailey (CCS) about the mechanics and constitutionality of the Alberta government's proposed Alberta Sovereignty Act. Marion connects the Sovereignty Act to other constitutionally novel acts of provincial governments, including Quebec's Bill 96 and Saskatchewan's "Saskatchewan First" Act.

Charlottetown Accord Panel: A Nation in Crisis?

The Alberta Sovereignty Act: How Did We Get Here?