Unpacking the controversy over the notwithstanding clause
<img src='https://i.cbc.ca/ais/c950257b-a81c-4f9a-b8d1-936c65b089f3,1764719921241…; alt='A courtroom with red chairs and a wooden crest is on the left. A person with glasses and curly hair stands on the right, against a red wall, expressing a neutral tone.' width='620' height='349' title=''/><p>The notwithstanding clause has been part of Canadian law since 1982. So why is it now so controversial that it’s heading to the Supreme Court?</p>