# Canada Is Built on a Clause That Nobody Is Supposed to Use. What Happens Now That Everyone Is Using It?

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Published: 2026-04-07T10:30:00+00:00
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The notwithstanding clause has been controversial since it was written into Canada’s Constitution, and now it’s facing its biggest test yet. The Supreme Court of Canada just wrapped up its longest-ever hearing on Bill 21 — Quebec’s law on religious symbols. What started as a debate over laïcité has become a major constitutional showdown. Host Noor speaks with Pearl Eliadis to break down what’s really at stake, and what this case could mean for the future of the notwithstanding clause in Canada. Plus, an update on the controversial Liberal Bill C-12 from Adam B. Sadinsky. Host: Noor Azrieh Credits: Aviva Lessard (Senior Producer), Sam Konnert (Host/Producer), Noor Azrieh (Host/Producer), Caleb Thompson (Audio Editor and Technical Producer), Max Collins (Director of Audio) Jesse Brown (Editor), Tony Wang (Artwork) Guests: Pearl Eliadis , Adam B. Sadinsky Image credit: Pat Lachance Background reading: A Canadian Supreme Court Case Could Test the Country’s Unity – The New York Times  A Supreme constitutional clash: Canadians’ rights against government powers – The Globe and Mail 6 key moments from the Supreme Court challenge of Quebec's secularism law – CBC News Opinion: Bill 21 the product of modern identity politics, not the Quiet Revolution – Montreal Gazette Bill 21: Supreme Court chief justice calls English community's argument 'almost outrageous'   – Montreal Gazette A major immigration reform bill is now law in Canada. Some worry it rolls back refugee rights – CBC News Sponsors:  Douglas is giving our listeners a FREE Sleep Bundle with each mattress purchase. Get the sheets, pillows, mattress and pillow protectors FREE with your Douglas purchase today at douglas.ca/canadaland Visit fizz.ca to learn more about Fizz mobile and its long list of added-val…

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