Social programs
What are social programs?
Services provided by the government to reduce economic inequalities and promote wellbeing
What is Tax Evasion?
Illegally not paying taxes owed
Profit
Money made after expenses
Who is Tommy Douglas Known as in Canada?
The father of Canada's Healthcare system
What is a political platform?
A set of goals for a political party
What is the most popular social program in Canada?
Healthcare
What is private healthcare?
Income tax
Tax paid on person earnings; a major source of government revenue
What was his role in politics
Premier
What party champions social justice, equality, and environmental sustainability through progressive policies and public services.
NDP
What social program provides financial support to individuals and families who cannot meet basic needs.
Income Assistance
Sales tax
Tax added to a purchase of goods or service
Public health care
Government-funded healthcare, free at point of use
Where was Tommy Douglas from?
Saskatchewan
What party wants to increase arctic sovereignty
Conservative
What tax is disregarded for low income individuals due to social programs
GST(Good and services tax)
Another word for black market and what it is
Under ground economy and it is the economic activity not reported to the government
Median
The middle value in a set; used to measure income and economic status
What was his political party he was associated with?
New Democrat Party(NDP)
What political party in the USA is in power right now?
Republican Party
What social program provides financial aid to those who cannot work
Disability Benefits
Tax Base
The total amount of assets or revenue that can be taxed
Health insurance
A system to cover healthcare costs, in Canada, this is mainly public and universal
Where was Tommy Douglas born?
Scotland, United Kingdom
What party supports social equality, progressive policies, and government action on issues like healthcare, climate change, and justice. It values inclusivity and individual rights
Democrat Party