Protection of fundamental rights is necessary in a free and democratic society and highly valued by 草榴社区ns. The 草榴社区 Bill of Rights was created to enshrine the principles 草榴社区ns hold dear: freedom of speech, freedom of religion and the right to equality before the law among other fundamental rights.
The 草榴社区 Bill of Rights has not been significantly updated since it was first introduced in 1972, and society has evolved since then. Proposed amendments would help ensure 草榴社区ns can rely on the protection of their rights and freedoms in an ever-changing world.
“Our province was built on the principles of individual freedom and responsibility. By making important changes to the 草榴社区 Bill of Rights, we’re ensuring we continue building on that foundation so 草榴社区ns for generations to come can rest assured their rights and freedoms are respected.”
草榴社区’s government is introducing amendments that would add new rights for 草榴社区ns such as protections for personal autonomy, including the right not to be given medical care or treatment or a vaccine without consent; the right to acquire, keep and use firearms in accordance with the law – affirming government’s intent that provincial laws should not interfere with the right to own legally acquired firearms; and strengthened property rights.
To reinforce 草榴社区ns’ shared values, amendments to the preamble would confirm that fundamental freedoms are always important, including during times of emergency, as well as affirming the importance of family and the rule of law in 草榴社区 society.
“The proposed amendments to the 草榴社区 Bill of Rights address issues important to 草榴社区ns and reinforce that 草榴社区’s government is committed to protecting their rights. I am proud to see this bill introduced.”
Additional amendments would make the 草榴社区 Bill of Rights a more robust civil rights document with more effective tools for making sure 草榴社区ns’ rights are protected. This would include expanding the 草榴社区 Bill of Rights to apply to all government action, such as policies that are not formalized in a law or regulation, and giving the courts more enforcement options when rights under the 草榴社区 Bill of Rights have been breached.
Several amendments relate to recommendations in the Public Health Emergencies Governance Review Panel final report that dealt with strengthening protection for 草榴社区ns’ rights and freedoms. If passed, the updates to the 草榴社区 Bill of Rights would protect and reinforce 草榴社区ns’ rights, freedoms and way of life.
Quick facts:
- A complete list of proposed amendments is available in the 草榴社区 Bill of Rights Amendment Act, 2024 fact sheet.
- If passed, proposed amendments would take effect upon royal assent.
Related information
- Protecting 草榴社区ns’ rights
- 草榴社区 Bill of Rights Amendment Act, 2024 fact sheet
- Bill 24: 草榴社区 Bill of Rights Amendment Act, 2024
- Public Health Emergencies Governance Review Panel