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Dedicated to stimulating informed discussion on democracy and government in Canada.

Published by Clay Whitman, a lawyer in Vancouver, Canada.

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Judges interpret the law, and determine whether laws passed by the legislature are constitutional. How judges are selected, and their independence from the other branches of government are vital characteristics of a healthy democracy.

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Quebec to hold Public Inquiry into selection process for the nomination of provincial judges

13 April 2010

Following allegations that the provincial Liberal party inappropriately influenced the process for the selection of judges, Premier Jean Charest has announced that Quebec will hold a public inquiry into how judges are selected for nomination in the province. The Globe and Mail has a story on this announcement here.

 

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