In moments of uncertainty, a country’s strength is measured by how it respects its institutions, especially those that keep powerful interests in check. Canada’s judiciary is not a political obstacle; it is a vital part of our constitutional system.
Undermining the judiciary for political gain erodes public confidence, weakens Canada’s global standing, and fuels the kind of divisions that threatens our democratic foundations. These are not minor consequences. They compromise the sovereignty and cohesion that have defined Canada’s success as a constitutional democracy.
The Canadian Bar Association calls on all levels of government to act with the discipline and respect our democracy requires. Courts do not make decisions based on popularity; they uphold the law. By doing so, they deliver stability, credibility and fairness to all Canadians, no matter their political beliefs.
The CBA urges all elected officials across Canada to meet the moment with responsibility, not undermine it for short-term political gains.
