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BC Supreme Court mental health ruling

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Latest: BC Supreme Court finds part of Mental Health Act unconstitutional

In late July 2026 the British Columbia Supreme Court issued a Charter‑based decision that struck down key provisions allowing involuntary psychiatric treatment without a capacity assessment. The court found sections of t

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Vancouver Catholic school abuse settlement

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Latest: B.C. Supreme Court OKs $30 M settlement for Vancouver Catholic school abuse

In July 2026 a $30 million class‑action settlement was reached for more than 200 former students of Vancouver College and St. Thomas More Collegiate who alleged physical, sexual and psychological abuse by members of the

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BC Supreme Court unsafe door opening ruling

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Latest: British Columbia Supreme Court rules opening vehicle door unsafe

In late July 2026 the British Columbia Supreme Court interpreted section 203(1) of the province’s Motor Vehicle Act, which obliges drivers not to open a vehicle door into moving traffic unless it is reasonably safe. The

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