Ontario Court Orders New Hearing in Youth-Led Climate Challenge

The decision marks a pivotal moment as it questions the province's emissions targets under the Charter of Rights and Freedoms.

The Ontario Court of Appeal has ordered a new hearing for a case challenging the provincial government's emissions targets.
Seven young plaintiffs argue that Ontario's climate plan violates their constitutional rights to life, liberty, and security.
The case is significant as it is the first in Canada to assess whether climate actions can infringe on Charter rights.
The original ruling was overturned, as the appeal court found potential Charter implications in the government's climate policies.
The outcome of this case could influence similar legal challenges, including one against the federal government's climate plan.