Reaction to Supreme Court of Canada Ruling and Mandated Re-Education

Summary

In this video script, Jordan Peterson discusses his ongoing conflict with the College of Psychologists in Ontario, which has ordered mandatory re-education for his social media comments on government, trans issues, and climate change. He details his appeal to the Supreme Court of Canada, which was rejected, and the implications for free speech among professionals in Canada. Peterson expresses his determination to comply with the re-education process, despite his belief in its futility, and shares his concerns about the politicization of professional colleges.

Takeaways

• 📚 Jordan Peterson is launching a platform called Peterson Academy, which has already attracted 12,000 students interested in learning, showcasing his commitment to education.
• 🔄 The Academy offers courses at a reasonable cost, aiming to bring quality education to a broader audience.
• 🚫 Jordan Peterson is facing a re-education mandate by the College of Psychologists in Ontario, which he views as an infringement on his freedom of speech.
• 🏛 The Supreme Court of Canada has rejected his appeal against the re-education, and he is now required to pay court costs for the College of Psychologists.
• 🗣️ Peterson has been outspoken against what he perceives as harmful practices in gender-affirming care and sterilization of children, which has led to the investigation.
• 🌐 His comments on social media and podcasts have drawn international attention and complaints, prompting the investigation by the College.
• 💬 Peterson criticizes the politicization of professional colleges and sees the re-education as an attempt to control his public discourse.
• 🤔 He expresses curiosity about the re-education process, questioning who will conduct it and how they will attempt to change his views.
• 🎵 Despite the challenges, Peterson continues his work, including writing music, which he finds therapeutic and a positive outlet.
• 📈 He has plans for future projects, including a book release and collaborations, indicating his resilience and focus on positive contributions.
• 🛡️ Peterson warns against anyone accepting the role of re-educating him, suggesting that it would be professionally and personally damaging.

Q & A

What is the main topic of discussion in the transcript?

The main topic of discussion is Jordan Peterson's experience with the College of Psychologists in Ontario, his appeal to the Supreme Court of Canada, and the implications of their decision on his professional standing and freedom of speech.

What is the context of the 're-education' that Jordan Peterson mentions?

The 're-education' refers to a mandated retraining process by the College of Psychologists, which involves an expert chosen by the college to train him on how to conduct himself as a public intellectual, particularly on social media, at his own expense.

What was the outcome of Jordan Peterson's appeal to the Supreme Court of Canada?

The Supreme Court of Canada rejected his appeal, upholding the decision of the College of Psychologists, and ordered him to pay court costs for the College.

What are the reasons behind the investigation and potential re-education of Jordan Peterson?

The investigation was initiated due to complaints filed against Peterson's comments on social media regarding the government, trans issues, and his statements on the Joe Rogan podcast about climate change, which the College deems as unprofessional conduct.

How has Jordan Peterson described the impact of his comments on European countries' stance on gender-affirming surgery?

Peterson claims that since his comments, most European countries have significantly backed off from their support for gender-affirming surgery, as the truth about the procedures being a 'lie and a scam' has come to light.

What is Peterson Academy and how many students does it have?

Peterson Academy is an educational platform launched by Jordan Peterson and his team. It has over 12,000 students and offers courses and learning opportunities at a reasonable cost.

What does Jordan Peterson believe the ultimate goal of the re-education process is?

Peterson believes the ultimate goal is not to retrain him but to extract a public apology from him, which he is highly resistant to giving.

How does Jordan Peterson view the potential impact of Bill C63 on Canada?

He views Bill C63 as a threat to free speech, as it could allow for a bureaucracy that enables citizens to report each other for their social media posts, leading to widespread surveillance and control similar to what he has experienced with the College.

What is Jordan Peterson's stance on the accusations made against him regarding his comments on children's sterilization and climate change?

Peterson stands by his comments, viewing them as necessary to oppose what he believes are crimes against humanity and a preposterous climate scam, and he does not regret his harshness in addressing these issues.

What are Jordan Peterson's plans moving forward in light of the Supreme Court's decision?

He plans to comply with the re-education process, although he is skeptical about its effectiveness and intentions. He also intends to continue his work with Peterson Academy, releasing content, and pursuing his musical and writing projects.