Note, Courting Islam: Practical Alternatives to a Muslim Family Court in Ontario
By Laureve Blackstone, February 8, 2012
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This Note examines the failure of the Canadian democratic system of government to adequately address minority concerns, particularly the concerns of the Muslim community. It proposes that Canada establish Muslim arbitration tribunals. These tribunals would enable Muslims to consent to jurisdiction for resolving family disputes, including marriage, divorce, inheritance, and custody. The tribunals would issue binding, court- enforceable decisions based on Muslim family law, subject to review in limited circumstances only.
