Chauvin's court application also seeks greater disclosure and transparency relating to the council's deliberations. "At this point in time, we're trying to get the records of the advisory council, and the advisory council has refused so far to release those records," Charette said.
Carron said all deliberations of the advisory council on any Canadian honour are confidential, and the process on Morgentaler's appointment to the Order of Canada is no different.
Since the Government of Canada bestows those awards, it should not be confidential.
What is it with Canada? Do people not believe in transparent government?
"It's mostly to protect the people who are being nominated. You know, not every nomination makes it to the committee. Not every nomination is accepted," Carron said.
And this government body feels no accountability to explain their thinking?
Charette acknowledged that the court application enters uncharted legal territory, but would not speculate on its chances of failing.
Wow, no bias whatsoever.
However, Chauvin said he doesn't realistically expect the advisory council to reverse its decision. Asked why he's nevertheless embarking on the legal challenge, Chauvin replied: "It's something that we have to do. The whole thing is such a mess."
Not a good idea. Never enter a battle unless you can predict a beneficial outcome.
