What’s hot in public law in 2026 – Torys LLP
February 5, 2026
Public law is everywhere in 2026, with courts tackling issues ranging from project permitting to bike lanes, and from privative clauses to Indigenous rights. In this article, we highlight the top administrative and constitutional law cases that we expect will be heard and/or decided this year.
The Court’s oversight role
An important theme in public law remains the scope and limits of the judicial role when it is overseeing government action. Four important cases will answer key questions pertaining to this role, including:
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