Christine Van Geyn

Christine Van Gein, Litigation Director for the Canadian Constitution Foundation, dives into the legal intricacies surrounding a Christian musician's concert in Canada. She discusses the challenges of permit revocation linked to allegations of hate speech, underscoring the tension between safety concerns and free expression. The conversation also explores the concept of the 'heckler's veto' and the complexities of performing on legislative grounds, raising critical questions about regulatory overreach and the state of free speech in Canada today.

Christine Van Geyn, a lawyer at the Canadian Constitution Foundation, fights for Canadians' freedoms, while Dalia Awwad, a local Palestinian organizer, provides legal support for protestors in Toronto. They discuss the troubling implications of new bubble zone laws that limit protests, especially regarding LGBTQ+ rights and Indigenous issues. The conversation highlights the legal battles surrounding these restrictions, the impact on marginalized communities, and the need for resistance to uphold the right to protest in Canada.

Christine Van Geyn, litigation director for the Canadian Constitution Foundation, dives into the contentious case of a Hamilton homeowner ordered to remove ten security cameras under a municipal bylaw. She argues this regulation misapplies laws, potentially infringing on individual rights. The discussion highlights the clash between outdated surveillance laws and modern privacy expectations, examines the perceptions of crime versus statistics in Canada, and addresses the ethical dilemmas surrounding homeowners' need for security in a digital age.