Canadian Constitution Act, 1982

The Canadian Constitution Act, 1982, is a foundational law that modernized Canada's constitution by including the Constitution Act, which patriated (brought to Canada from the UK) the constitutional authority. It contains important rights and freedoms, such as the Charter of Rights and Freedoms, which protect individual liberties like freedom of speech and equality. The act also outlines Canada's federal structure, defining powers between the federal government and provinces, and establishes processes for amending the constitution. Overall, it is a key legal framework that governs Canada's democracy, rights, and governance.