Challenging Prorogation & Defending the Charter
Location
Fresh Grill Kitchen
5103 50 St, Stony Plain, AB T7Z 1T5
Date & Time
Thursday, January 16th, 2025
Doors Open at 5 PM MT
Live Streaming
6 PM MT (8 PM ET) on TheLavigneShow.com, Locals, X, Rumble, Facebook, and more.
In this high-stakes episode of The Lavigne Show, we welcome John Carpay, President of the Justice Centre for Constitutional Freedoms (JCCF). Fresh off the release of his new book, Corrupted by Fear: How the Charter was betrayed, and what Canadians can do about it, John is also leading a legal challenge against the federal government’s controversial prorogation of Parliament—arguing that it serves party interests over public accountability.
What to Expect
Inside the Legal Battle
Discover why Carpay and the JCCF assert that prorogation undermines Canada’s democratic framework, referencing a notable U.K. Supreme Court ruling against Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s own attempt at shutting down Parliament.
https://www.jccf.ca/canadians-challenge-prime-ministers-decision-to-prorogue-parliament-no-reasonable-justification/
Corrupted by Fear Insights
Learn how John’s new book examines the erosion of civil liberties during COVID-19 lockdowns, drawing parallels between recent government actions and historical cautionary tales of democratic collapse.
https://a.co/d/edlaip4
Calls for Accountability
Hear about JCCF’s petition demanding the immediate reopening of Parliament, emphasizing the role of elected representatives as a crucial check on government overreach.
https://www.jccf.ca/petitions/
Why You Should Attend
Get the Facts on Prorogation
Understand the legal and constitutional arguments behind why shutting down Parliament is more than a mere procedural tactic.
Explore the Charter’s Future
Dive into how current political moves might set precedents for how Canadian rights and freedoms are protected—or undermined—in the coming years.
Support Independent Advocacy
Connect with others concerned about government transparency, judicial integrity, and preserving fundamental freedoms.
Join us for an eye-opening conversation about the balance of power in Canadian democracy, the urgent need to defend constitutional rights, and the implications of “politics as usual” for our nation’s future.
Join Paula & Jay over Tea & Coffee as they talk about the news of the day, life, and whatever comes up. Special Guest: Bruce Pardy
Good morning folks,
This morning @TeamPAJ and I need to attend to the family. The show this morning will be rescheduled. See you tomorrow!
God bless.
On January 10th, Canada’s leading voices in law, science, economics, Indigenous relations, youth protection, and government authority come together to reveal the Fundamental Truths shaping our country’s future.
Featuring
Jason Lavigne
Accredited Independent Journalist & Host of The Lavigne Show
Dr. Jack Mintz
Economist & Public Policy Scholar
Leighton Grey, K.C.
Constitutional Lawyer & Indigenous Rights Advocate
Mia Hughes
Director, Genspect Canada & Senior Fellow, MacDonald-Laurier Institute
John Carpay
President, Justice Centre for Constitutional Freedoms
Bath-Shéba van den Berg
Human Rights Lawyer & Specialist in International Law
Bruce Pardy
Professor of Law, Queen’s University & Executive Director, Rights Probe
Shawn Buckley
Constitutional Lawyer, Founder and Former Lead Counsel of the NCI, Founder & President of the NHPPA
Teresa Buckley
NHPPA & Former NCI Communications and Executive Director
Moderator: Nadine Wellwood
Political Commentator & Public Policy Advocate
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Due to the need to vote on several bills in the Legislature today, this interview with Hon. Mickey Amery will need to be rescheduled.
I'll post a new date and time as soon as I receive one.
Thanks!
Hi supporters,
It has been a long campaign and evening. Sadly, it appears that Team Lavigne won't be elected this time around.
We thank everyone who took the time to support us and got out to vote.
For the rest of the week, we are going to recharge, regroup, and get back to several projects that took a backseat to the campaign.
We'll be back next week ready to bring you even more shows, interviews, and truth.
Much love, God bless.
