Freedom of Speech for Municipal Council Members
According to Della-Mattia, Caputo has the right to his personal opinion and social media page.
Comments regarding murdered right-wing activist Charlie Kirk are not considered disrespectful, regardless of agreement.
When municipal council members are elected and sworn into office, they must take a Declaration of Office, which is a solemn promise to act faithfully, avoid conflicts of interest, and remain loyal to the Crown.
- Act faithfully
- Avoid conflicts of interest
- Remain loyal to the Crown
The Municipal Act includes specific promises, such as not receiving payment for biased exercise of office and disclosing pecuniary interests.
A councillor’s job is to serve the needs of their constituents – those who elect them to office — impartially and respect the law.
While members of council are held to a higher level of scrutiny, they do not give up their freedom of speech in their oath.
Author's summary: Council members retain freedom of speech.
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