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About the Canadian Constitution Foundation

The Canadian Constitution Foundation is a registered charity, independent and non-partisan, which defends constitutional freedoms through education and litigation.

 

Our Mission

 

"We protect the constitutional freedoms of Canadians through education, communication and litigation."

 

Our Vision

We envision a Canada where:

  1. Every Canadian is equal before the law, and is treated equally by governments.
  2. There is freedom from fear and oppression.
  3. Canadians have the knowledge and motivation to recognize, protect and preserve their constitutional rights and liberties.
  4. Individuals control their own destinies as free and responsible members of society.
  5. Governments are held accountable to our Constitution in making and applying laws, regulations and policies.

Our Litigation Priorities

Through education and litigation, the Canadian Constitution Foundation supports:

  • Individual freedom – the “fundamental freedoms” in section 2 of the Charter:
                         ○ freedom of association;
                         ○ freedom of peaceful assembly;
                         ○ freedom of conscience and religion;
                         ○ freedom of thought, belief, opinion and expression.
  • Economic liberty: the right to earn a living, and to own and enjoy property
  • Equality before the law: Charter section 15 guarantees equal rights and equal opportunities for all Canadians, special privileges for none.

Our Guiding Principles

  • Frugality: We expend donors’ funds in the most effective manner possible.
  • Political neutrality: We are nonpartisan.
  • Honesty: We subscribe to the highest level of probity and sincerity in our words and actions.
  • Optimism: We strive to maintain a positive outlook.
  • Competence: We strive to carry out our work at the highest professional standard.