Ottawa will not appeal Alberta court ruling that Impact Assessment Act is unconstitutional
Canadian Lawyer reports that the federal government chose not to appeal the Court of Appeal of Alberta’s majority ruling (2026 ABCA 320) that the amended Impact Assessment Act is unconstitutional. The report cites Ecojustice’s criticism of the decision, and it bears on how major projects are assessed.
Reported by: Canadian Lawyer, published November 13, 2026.
Checked against the source by 101 Legal Ways on November 14, 2026. This is general information, not legal advice. For your own situation, please speak to a licensed lawyer, paralegal or immigration consultant, or a legal clinic.