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Alberta Government Moves to Shield Transgender Bills from Court

11/19/2025

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The Alberta government seeks to shield three bills affecting transgender youth and adults from Charter challenges for five years via the notwithstanding clause.
Premier Danielle Smith, Premier of Alberta, says the measure is urgent due to ongoing court cases.
Justice Minister Mickey Amery says the government aims to limit gender-affirming treatments until maturity.
Opposition leaders condemn the move as a rights attack, warning that it would undermine checks and balances.

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The Alberta government seeks to shield three bills affecting transgender youth and adults from Charter challenges for five years via the notwithstanding clause.
Premier Danielle Smith, Premier of Alberta, says the measure is urgent due to ongoing court cases.
Justice Minister Mickey Amery says the government aims to limit gender-affirming treatments until maturity.
Opposition leaders condemn the move as a rights attack, warning that it would undermine checks and balances.