Court Challenges Program of Canada Renewed
OTTAWA, March 20, 1998 -- Minister of Canadian Heritage Sheila Copps today announced the renewal of the Court Challenges Program of Canada, in the amount of $2.75 million per year, for a further five years.The Court Challenges Program of Canada is a national, non-profit organization which provides financial assistance for important court cases challenging laws which may violate equality rights under Canada's Constitution or language rights under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. Funding under the Program is available to individuals or organizations who believe their rights have been violated under Canadian law, in order for them to bring their case forward in a court of law.
"The Court Challenges Program reflects this government's ongoing commitment to advancing equality and language rights for all Canadians. These rights are fundamental values of Canadian society and are part of what defines us as Canadians," Minister Copps said.
Information:
Jacques Lefebvre
Senior Communications Advisor
Office of the Minister of Canadian Heritage
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