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Four premiers ask for greater say in superior, appeal court judge appointments
Premiers of Ontario, Quebec, Saskatchewan, and Alberta seek provincial approval of candidates for key court appointments to reflect regional diversity, citing international examples.
- On Tuesday, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith, Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe, Ontario Premier Doug Ford, and Quebec Premier François Legault wrote to Prime Minister Mark Carney requesting authority to recommend and approve candidates for federal judicial appointments to superior and appeal courts.
- The premiers argue that adopting international models from countries like the U.S. and Germany would ensure appointments 'appropriately reflect the diversity and the unique needs of each province and territory,' according to their letter.
- Justice Minister Sean Fraser rejected the proposal on Tuesday, stating the federal government is not considering a 'sea change' in judicial appointments and that the current advisory committee process is functioning well.
- The request follows earlier threats from Smith to withhold court funding if Alberta did not receive more influence, signaling potential for a federal-provincial standoff over judicial appointments.
- Contrasting with Fraser's stance, Industry Minister Mélanie Joly suggested the proposal warrants consideration, stating 'we should be open to it' to showcase collaborative federalism and ensure Canadians win across the country.
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Smith, Ford, others want more say in appointing judges
Source: Facebook (Danielle Smith)Author: Quinn PatrickFour premiers have called on the Carney government to give them a greater say in appointing judges to their superior and appellate courts, arguing the current system does not “appropriately reflect the diversity and the unique needs of each province and territory.”Ontario Premier Doug Ford, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith, Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe and Quebec Premier Francois Legault sign…
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