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New Quebec law is unconstitutional and unfairly targets devout Muslim women who cover their faces: experts

Monday, October 23, 2017 @ 2:28 PM | By Terry Davidson

Expect a swift Charter challenge to new Quebec laws requiring Muslim women who cover their faces to unveil when accessing public services, legal minds say.

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