Abstract
This article examines the development and current status of positive social and economic rights in Canada. Exploring the comparative competence of legislatures, courts and human rights tribunals, Wayne MacKay suggests that courts should depart, with caution, from their traditional deferential role to legislators. Due to their flexibility and accessibility, HR Tribunals should supplement the role of the courts and legislatures in giving effect to social and economic rights, which should form part of a holistic package of human rights in Canada.
| Original language | Canadian English |
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| Journal | Articles, Book Chapters, & Popular Press |
| Publication status | Published - Jan. 1 2009 |
UN SDGs
This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
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SDG 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
Keywords
- human rights
- social rights
- economic rights
- legislation
Disciplines
- Human Rights Law
- Law
- Law and Economics
- Law and Society
- Legislation
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