What impact did the introduction of the Charter have on the balance of power within Canada?
The introduction of the Charter had a significant impact on the balance of power within Canada. Parliament was no longer the supreme power; its actions were now subject to judicial scrutiny. Any Act of Parliament could be reviewed by any court in Canada if there were grounds to believe the Act violated the Charter. If there is a violation, the court is empowered to declare the Act or any of its constituent parts beyond the power of the government and therefore, of no legal force.
