How do I install Canlii?

Canlii is a local plugin. Install it using npm package: canlii-mcp and add the generated configuration snippet to your AI app's MCP config file. Then restart your AI app.

What credentials does Canlii need?

Canlii requires the following credentials or environment variables: CANLII_API_KEY. You can find setup instructions on the server detail page.

What AI apps work with Canlii?

Canlii uses the Model Context Protocol (MCP) and works with any MCP-compatible AI app, including Claude, ChatGPT / Codex, Gemini, Copilot, Cursor, and more.

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Canlii MCP Server

by Mohammadfarooqi

Developer ToolsModerate7.0MCP RegistryLocal

Free

Server data from the Official MCP Registry

Search Canadian case law, browse legislation, and check citations via the CanLII API.

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Search Canadian case law, browse legislation, and check citations via the CanLII API.

What You'll Need

Set these up before or after installing:

Your CanLII API key (request free at canlii.org/en/feedback/feedback.html)Required

Environment variable: CANLII_API_KEY

How to Install

Add this to your MCP configuration file:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "io-github-mohammadfarooqi-canlii": {
      "env": {
        "CANLII_API_KEY": "your-canlii-api-key-here"
      },
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "canlii-mcp"
      ],
      "command": "npx"
    }
  }
}

Security Report

7.0

Moderate7.0Low Risk

Valid MCP server (3 strong, 4 medium validity signals). 3 known CVEs in dependencies (0 critical, 3 high severity) Package registry verified. Imported from the Official MCP Registry.

Scanned 5 files · 4 findings

Security scores are indicators to help you make informed decisions, not guarantees. Always review permissions before connecting any MCP server.

Permissions Required

This plugin requests these system permissions. Most are normal for its category.

HTTP Network Access

Connects to external APIs or services over the internet.

env_vars

Check that this permission is expected for this type of plugin.

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Canlii MCP Server

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