Uploaded July 2024 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago

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In this video Christine explains the decision in R v Power, a case where the federal government argued that they have absolute immunity from being sued for damages for unconstitutional laws. The federal government lost this case, and the Supreme Court found that there is some immunity but it is limited.

You can read the full case here: decisions.scc-csc.ca/scc-csc/scc-csc/en/item/20546/index.do

The Canadian Constitution Foundation was an intervener in this case and we are happy with this decision. You can read our full news release here: theccf.ca/ccf-pleased-by-scc-ruling-no-absolute-immunity-from-damages-for-charter-violating-laws