37 Justice Shaina Leonard, a Trudeau-appointed judge originally from New Brunswick, just ruled that only Quebec can have petition-driven referendums on independence, not Alberta. (www.ctvnews.ca) posted 41 days ago by YesMovement 41 days ago by YesMovement +37 / -0 Judge quashes Alberta separation petition in favour of First Nations An Alberta judge has quashed a separatist petition, saying the provincial government had a duty to consult with First Nations. 12 comments share 12 comments share save hide report block hide replies
She actually doesn't even need the Notwithstanding Clause, not only does she have appeals but the ruling seems to be against only referendum separation questions. Like Quebec, she can call one herself.