Stare decisis means "to stand by what is decided." What does this mean in general for Canadian courts?

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Stare decisis means that Canadian courts attempt to follow precedent when it applies, which means that they will typically try to follow the decisions of higher courts in previous cases with similar facts or issues. However, they are not bound to always do so and can make their own decisions on the merits of each case as it appears before them. They do not necessarily always follow legislative decisions or decisions of British courts.

Stare Decisis Means "To Stand by What Is Decided