Rights and Freedoms
T/F - Free health care is a right of Canadian citizens.
False - it is a freedom, not a right
Which political party is known to be in favour of lower taxes for wealthy and big businesses?
Conversatives
Who is the leader of a municipality?
Mayor
Healthcare is a responsibility of which level of government?
Provincial
What age must you be to vote in Canada?
18
T/F - As a Canadian citizen, you have a right to take civic action and bring about change.
True. In fact, you have a responsibility as a citizen to keep the government in check by advocating for necessary changes in your communities.
Which political party supports using the armed forces for peacekeeping missions?
Conservatives
Indigenous governments are governed by...
Band Councils
Garbage collection services are a responsibility of which level of government?
Municipal
How often must provincial elections be held?
Every 4 years
Our rights and freedoms are protected by what?
Laws
Which political party promotes economic equality amongst the classes?
New Democratic Party
Where do our elected representatives work at the federal level?
House of Commons
National defense is a responsibility of which level of government?
Federal
We each live in an electoral district. Electoral districts are known as...
Ridings
Things you are granted as Canadian citizens. They can be revoked, or taken away, but are still protected by law.
What is the "rule" in order for a political party to form a majority government? (How many seats must they win?)
One half plus one (170 seats)
What is the provincial equivalent of the role of the Prime Minister?
Premier
In a democracy, our governments are required to be __________________ to its citizens. If not, they are likely voted out in the next election.
Open and accountable
The places where citizens vote during an election are called...
Polling stations
Definition of "rights"
Things you are entitled to as a person in Canada. More rights are granted once you become a citizen, but it's not necessary to be a citizen to have rights in this country. They cannot be revoked, or taken away, and are protected by laws.
If you are more left-minded, which political party do you tend to vote for?
Liberal
Who advises the prime minister and welcomes foreign ambassadors?
Governor General
Can responsibilities be shared between levels of government?
Yes. Ex. healthcare
In 1867, who could vote in federal elections?
Only men who owned property