Geoffrey Sigalet
Director of the UBC Research Group for Constitutional Law and assistant professor of political science at UBC Okanagan, providing expert analysis on constitutional and statutory issues in the Supreme Court case discussed.
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Nov 5, 2025 • 16min
Could an American Supreme Court ruling save Canadian trade?
Geoffrey Sigalet, director of the UBC Research Group for Constitutional Law and a political science professor, dives into the Supreme Court's hearing on President Trump's controversial tariffs. He discusses the legal implications of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act and examines the emergency claims regarding fentanyl and national security. Sigalet sheds light on the challenges to statutory authority, and the potential political and financial fallout if Trump loses, making for a riveting analysis of this pivotal case.
Oct 29, 2025 • 19min
Is Alberta justified in using the notwithstanding clause?
Geoffrey Sigalet, Director of the UBC Research Group for Constitutional Law, discusses Alberta's controversial use of the notwithstanding clause to mandate teachers' return to work, weighing legal implications against historical perspectives. Daniel Zekveld, a policy analyst, raises critical concerns about the effects of Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID) on individuals with dementia, emphasizing the need for stronger social protections and alternatives to expansion. Together, they explore the balance of rights, healthcare, and provincial powers.
