221. Canadian Constitutional Crisis | Brian Peckford

Jan 27, 2022

Brian Peckford, former Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador and co-drafter of the Canadian Charter of Rights, discusses his return to politics amid a constitutional crisis. He outlines plans to challenge the government's COVID-19 mandates, spotlighting concerns over public health measures and media impartiality. Peckford emphasizes the erosion of democracy and the shift towards executive power, advocating for civic engagement and accountability. His insights shed light on the importance of restoring faith in democratic processes and protecting individual rights.

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Charter Challenge

Brian Peckford, the only living First Minister involved in drafting the Canadian Charter, is suing the government.
He claims they are violating the Charter's fundamental principles.

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Section 1 Justification

The Canadian government is using Section 1 of the Charter, meant for extreme cases, to justify COVID-19 restrictions.
Peckford argues the pandemic's severity doesn't warrant invoking Section 1.

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Media Silence

Mainstream Canadian media has largely ignored Peckford's concerns about Charter violations.
This is partly due to the significant government subsidies they've received, he says.

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We posted this discussion start to finish in uncut form to maintain full and complete transparency, given its import. It was recorded on January 25th, 2022 and released the next day.

Link to the Justice Centre for Constitutional Freedoms press release:

https://www.jccf.ca/the-charters-only-living-signatory-sues-canada-over-travel-mandates/

Information on how to support the JCCF in this matter:

https://twitter.com/JCCFCanada/status/1486446844490231811?s=20

Brian Peckford and I discussed his reentry to the political arena after denouncing the Canadian Government for infringements on the Canadian Charter of Rights--a document he played a key role in drafting. In this intense conversation, Peckford outlines a combined plan of action against the Canadian Government over their COVID-19 response and ongoing use of power.

Starting his career as an educator, the Honorable Brian Peckford then served as the premier of Newfoundland and Labrador for nearly a decade. He is also an author, former minister, and notable member of the PC Party.