Leonid Sirota

Philippe Lagassé, an expert on parliamentary roles, and Leonid Sirota, a specialist in constitutional law, delve into the significant impacts of the Power v Canada ruling. They discuss how this decision may shift parliamentary privilege in Canada, affecting the delicate relationship between legislative and judicial branches. Topics include Crown liability, the evolving role of judicial review, and potential increases in litigation against the state. They also explore the implications for legislative independence and the necessity of parliamentary privilege in modern legal frameworks.