Definitions
The belief that different races possess distinct characteristics, abilities, or qualities, distinguishing them as inferior or superior to one another
Racism
The process of taking ownership of the Constitution and enacting human rights legislation was started under which former Prime Minister?
Pierre Elliot Trudeau
Age, creed, disability, financial status, gender identity, sexual orientation
Protected grounds under the OHRC
Areas with limited access to affordable and nutritious food, particularly fresh fruits and vegetables.
Food desert
The scientist credited with establishing the concept of natural selection
Charles Darwin
Prejudice in favour of or against one thing, person, or group compared with another, usually in a way considered to be unfair
Bias
The Charter came about as part of Canada's gaining full control of its constitution from which nation?
Britain
The Ontario Human Rights Code was first enacted in which year?
1962
The unequal distribution of wealth and/or economic disparities between different racial groups in society
These two racial groups are most likely to experience food insecurity in Canada
Black and Indigenous people
Including or involving people from a range of different backgrounds and identities to create variety
Diversity
The right to entertain, declare, and manifest religious belief without fear of hindrance or reprisal
Freedom of conscience and religion
If you think your rights have been violated, you can file a complaint with this group, which will decide the best way to deal with your case.
The Human Rights Tribunal
The condition where individuals or households lack consistent access to quality food necessary for an active, healthy life because of limited finances or other barriers.
Food insecurity
A system or pattern where students, especially those who are Black and/or Indigenous, are pushed out of schools and into the criminal justice system.
A special right, advantage, or immunity granted or available only to a particular person or group
Privilege
The right to come together in groups for various purposes, such as expressing opinions, advocating for social or political change, or participating in community events
Freedom of peaceful assembly
Accommodations/housing, contracts, employment, goods/services/facilities, membership in unions/trades/professional associations
Protected social areas under the OHRC
This "colourful" term refers to the practice by banks and insurance companies of systematically denying or limiting financial services to Black neighbourhoods
Redlining
This type of law controls the distribution of assets and property after someone passes away. According to these laws, Black people in certain areas couldn't pass down or inherit generational wealth.
Inheritance law
When wealthier individuals or businesses move into low-income areas, resulting in the displacement of long-time residents and changes to the neighbourhood's character and culture
Gentrification
The Charter guarantees the right not to be deprived of these three things:
Life, liberty, and security of the person
This group is responsible for helping people who file applications with the Tribunal. Their services may include advice, support and legal representation
The Human Rights Legal Support Centre
This concept is based on the belief that that some groups are destined to thrive while others are destined to fail, and is often simplified to "survival of the fittest"
Social Darwinism