The Supreme Court of Canada released the following decisions in February 2026:
Released on 2026-02-19:
R. v. Case, 2026 SCC 6 [link to case]
- The Supreme Court of Canada upholds the convictions for sexual assault.
Released on 2026-02-13:
Sinclair-Desgagné v. Canada (Chief Electoral Officer)*Neutral citation to follow. [link to case]
- The Chief Justice — A majority of this Court would allow the appeal. The Court annuls the federal election held on April 28, 2025, in the electoral district of Terrebonne. Reasons to follow, including on the issue of costs.
Released on 2026-02-06:
Taylor v. Newfoundland and Labrador, 2026 SCC 5 [link to case]
- The Supreme Court of Canada clarifies how mobility rights under the Charter apply to travel restrictions adopted by a province during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Released on 2026-02-06:
R. v. Fox, 2026 SCC 4 [link to case]
- The Supreme Court of Canada rules that an exception to solicitor-client privilege may be available to lawyers in order to fully defend themselves against criminal charges.