Constitution Act of 1982

The Constitution Act of 1982 is a fundamental law that patriated Canada’s constitution, making it fully part of Canadian law, and included the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. It established modern legal frameworks for rights, freedoms, and government structure, enabling Canadians to amend their constitution independently of the UK. It also recognized Aboriginal rights and laid out procedures for constitutional change. Overall, it modernized Canada's constitutional foundation, protecting individual rights and ensuring clearer governance within the country.