Bill Detail
An Act to establish Judicial Independence Day
BillS-219
Session45-1
StageSenate bill, now waiting to be considered in the House
Introduced2025-05-28
This enactment designates January 11th in each and every year as “Judicial Independence Day”.
✦ AI Summary
Bill S-219 proposes to make January 11th of each year 'Judicial Independence Day' in Canada. This day would serve to recognize the importance of an impartial and independent judiciary, which is seen as fundamental to a democratic society and the protection of human rights. The bill highlights the need for fair appointment and disciplinary processes for judges and draws attention to global threats against judicial independence.
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