Canadian Supreme Court declares same-sex marriage constitutional

CANADA'S Supreme Court said yesterday that proposed legislation allowing gay marriage is constitutional, but the government cannot force religious officials to perform unions against their beliefs.

Canadian Supreme Court declares same-sex marriage constitutional

The Liberal government had sought the court's opinion, which is strictly advisory, as the House of Commons determines whether to legalise gay marriage at a federal level. Judges in six provinces and one territory have already allowed same-sex marriage.

Canada would join Belgium and the Netherlands in allowing gay marriage if the law is passed.

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