Minister Jean Chrétien initiated a reference on the legality of a unilateral declaration of independence by a Canadian province.

Questions addressed

On September 30, 1996, the Cabinet of Jean Chrétien (i.e., the Governor in Council) approved Order in Council PC 1996-1497 under Section 53 of the Supreme Court Act, referring three questions to the Supreme Court of Canada regarding secession.

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