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Supreme Court to Review Quebec's Controversial Bill 21

3/22/2026

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The Supreme Court will hear a constitutional challenge to Quebec's 2019 Bill 21, which bans certain public sector workers from wearing religious attire.
Lisa Robicheau, a Muslim woman, says the law leaves her anxious about her future in the workforce.
A survey shows 61% of Quebec residents support banning public prayer and 56% favor banning religious attire in daycares, while the government seeks to expand the laws.

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The Supreme Court will hear a constitutional challenge to Quebec's 2019 Bill 21, which bans certain public sector workers from wearing religious attire.
Lisa Robicheau, a Muslim woman, says the law leaves her anxious about her future in the workforce.
A survey shows 61% of Quebec residents support banning public prayer and 56% favor banning religious attire in daycares, while the government seeks to expand the laws.