Unsuccessful Attempts To Amend The Canadian Constitution
Since the Constitution of Canada was patriated, in 1982, only ten minor Amendments to the Constitution of Canada have been passed. There have, however, been a number of unsuccessful attempts to amend the Constitution under the new amending formula.
Read more about Unsuccessful Attempts To Amend The Canadian Constitution: Property Rights Amendment, 1983, Powers of The Senate Amendment, 1984, Rights of The Unborn Amendment, 1986-1987, Meech Lake Accord, 1987-1990, Charlottetown Accord, 1990-1992, Preamble To The Charter, 1999
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