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Obstacles built into systems that prevent certain groups from accessing equal opportunities. What term describes laws or systems that create unequal outcomes?
Systemic
What act promotes cultural diversity in Canada?
Multiculturalism Act
What term describes shared culture, language, or ancestry?
Ethnicity
A person’s sense of belonging to a cultural group is
The Canadian law that promotes cultural diversity is the -------------- Act
Multiculturalism
Systemic -------------- is built into laws, policies, or institutions, often creating unequal outcomes for certain groups.
barriers
What is fear or discrimination against Muslims called?
Islamophobia
What term describes separation of groups based on identity?
Segregation
The process of judging others based on appearance or background is _
Bias
People can believe in any religion, change their religion, or have no religion at all. They can also practice their beliefs freely and safely.
Freedom of religion
What term describes unfair treatment based on identity such as race or religion?
Discrimination
What is discrimination against Jewish people called?
Antisemitism
What term refers to basic rights and freedoms for all people?
Rights
Belonging to a group based on shared heritage is __________ identity.
Cultural
People have the right to gather in groups, such as protests, meetings, or peaceful demonstrations.
Freedom of Assembly
What term refers to unearned advantages in society?
Privilege
What is discrimination against Christians called?
Christianophobia
What term means including and valuing all people?
Inclusion
A person who moves to a new country is an __________. They can have a hard time finding a job because their credentials from their home country may not be recognized.
This means people can share their ideas and opinions in many ways (speaking, writing, art, media, protest), as long as it does not harm others or break laws.
Freedom of Expression
What Canadian document protects fundamental rights and freedoms?
Charter of Rights and Freedoms
What is an oversimplified belief about a group called?
Stereotype
What term describes fear or dislike of people from other countries or cultures?
Xenophobia
providing people with opportunities to meet their needs is called ------
Equity
These rights protect people from discrimination.
Equality Rights