Case in Point

Canadian National Railway v Courtois is a significant Supreme Court of Canada case involving constitutional law, railway operations, and the division of powers between federal and provincial governments. The decision provides important insight into the constitutional boundaries that govern Canada’s national transportation infrastructure. At the heart of the case was an important question: how should…

R v Rioux Supreme Court is a significant Canadian criminal law decision that addresses important questions concerning criminal procedure, individual rights, and procedural safeguards within the justice system. The ruling provides guidance on how courts may approach these issues and could influence future criminal proceedings across Canada. The Supreme Court of Canada regularly addresses questions…

Barendregt v Grebliunas is an important Supreme Court of Canada family law decision concerning new evidence on appeal, parenting disputes, and the importance of finality in legal proceedings. In Barendregt v. Grebliunas, the Supreme Court of Canada addressed how appellate courts should handle attempts to introduce new evidence after a trial decision. The case arose…

R v Brown constitutional law is a significant Supreme Court of Canada decision concerning extreme intoxication, criminal liability, and constitutional protections under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. The Court struck down section 33.1 of the Criminal Code, finding that the provision violated fundamental principles of justice. The ruling addressed a difficult question at…

R v IM criminal trial is an important Supreme Court of Canada decision concerning trial fairness, constitutional standards, and procedural safeguards in Canadian criminal proceedings. Decided on July 18, 2025, the case examined whether certain trial procedures adequately protected the rights of the accused. The Supreme Court ultimately upheld the previous judgments, reinforcing the legal…

Black v Law Society of Alberta is an important Supreme Court of Canada decision concerning professional regulation, disciplinary authority, and the powers of the Law Society of Alberta. The case examined significant questions about how professional regulators exercise authority while balancing individual rights and the public interest. The Supreme Court upheld the Law Society’s regulatory…

Nova Chemicals v Dow Chemical is a significant Supreme Court of Canada intellectual property decision concerning patent infringement, the accounting of profits, and the financial remedies available to a successful patent holder. The ruling provides important guidance for businesses, innovators, patent owners, and legal professionals involved in complex intellectual property disputes. At the centre of…

R v Beaver search and seizure is a significant Supreme Court of Canada decision concerning police powers, individual rights, evidence, and constitutional protections in criminal investigations. Decided on December 9, 2022, the case provides important guidance on the legal standards that govern state action and the protection of personal freedoms under Canadian law. The decision…