Fundamental
Freedoms
Freedoms
What is the freedom to practice any religion called?
Freedom of Religion
How old do you have to be to vote in Canada?
18 years old
What does the right to a fair trial mean?
Everyone must be treated fairly in court)
True or False: Boys and girls must be treated equally under the law
True
What right allows Canadians to live and work anywhere in Canada?
Mobility Rights
True or False: You can say anything you want, even if it harms others.
False – Freedom of expression has limits
True or False: The Prime Minister can decide to cancel elections.
False – Elections must happen regularly
True or False: The police can arrest someone without telling them why.
False – Legal rights protect against unfair arrests
What is discrimination?
Treating someone unfairly based on things like race, gender, or disability.
True or False: A province can make a law saying only people born there can have jobs.
False – Mobility rights protect all Canadians
What does freedom of peaceful assembly allow you to do?
Gather and protest peacefully
What right allows Canadians to vote in elections?
Democratic Rights
What happens if a person is accused of a crime but cannot afford a lawyer?
They must be provided one
If a job refuses to hire someone because of their religion, what right does this violate?
Equality Rights
Which two languages are protected as official languages in Canada?
English and French
If a boss tells someone they cannot wear religious clothing at work, which freedom does this violate?
Freedom of religion
If an election was unfair, what Charter right could people use to challenge it?
Democratic Rights – the right to a free and fair election
If someone is arrested unfairly, how can the Charter help them?
They can challenge the arrest using legal rights
What does the Charter say about treating people differently because of a disability?
It is not allowed – everyone must be treated equally
If a French-speaking student moves to an English province, what Charter right helps them?
Language Rights – they have the right to French education
Name two fundamental freedoms protected by the Charter
Religion, Expression, Peaceful Assembly, and Association
Who does the Charter say is responsible for making sure elections are fair?
The government – must follow democratic laws and principles
What does "innocent until proven guilty" mean?
A person is not guilty unless there is proof in court
Give an example of an equality right protected by the Charter
Equal pay, fair treatment at work, no discrimination in schools
What section of the Charter protects the rights of Indigenous peoples?
Section 25 – Aboriginal and treaty rights