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What is the mechanism by which Parliament can override certain Charter rights for renewable five-year periods?
Answer: The notwithstanding clause — Section 33 of the Charter, the notwithstanding clause, allows Parliament or a provincial legislature to override sections 2 or 7-15 for up to five years, after which it must be renewed.
- A The reservation power
- B The disallowance power
- C The notwithstanding clause ✓
- D The declaratory power
Section 33 of the Charter, the notwithstanding clause, allows Parliament or a provincial legislature to override sections 2 or 7-15 for up to five years, after which it must be renewed.