Why Did Saskatchewan's Conservative Government Use the "Notwithstanding" Clause in 1986

question 84

Multiple Choice

Why did Saskatchewan's Conservative government use the "notwithstanding" clause in 1986?

• A) To change parking laws
• B) To force striking public servants back to work
• C) To change language laws
• D) To implement new environmental regulations
• E) To avoid federal legislation on farming

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