1. Vocabulary
What is a right?
Something you are ALLOWED to do
Are rights and responsibilities related?
Yes, for every right that you have, there are responsibilities that go along with them
How many levels of government are there in Canada?
Three
What is the leader of the Municipal Government called?
Mayor
What do good citizens do?
They help their communities. They follow the rules, help others, and get involved to make their community a better place.
What is a responsibility?
Something you SHOULD do
What is the freedom of expression? What is one responsibility that goes with it?
The right to speak and share your own opinions. You have to listen to other people's opinions and do not be mean to others based on them.
Are all levels of government responsible for the same things?
No, they each have different responsibilities and roles
What is the leader of the Provincial Government called?
Premier
What is one way we can help our community?
Pick up garbage, help others, fundraise, follow the rules, volunteer, etc.
What is democracy?
A type of government where the people have a say
What is freedom of religion?
You can choose what religion you'd like to follow or not to follow a religion at all.
What area of Canada is the MUNICIPAL government in charge of?
The city or town
What is the leader of the Federal Government called?
Prime Minister
What is one way our actions could harm or not help our community?
Litter, be unkind to others, don't get involved with community events, break the rules, etc.
What is a citizen?
Someone who lives in a community
You have the right to go to school. What responsibility goes with this right?
You have the responsibility to do your best, to pay attention, to try, to listen, to learn, etc.
What area of Canada is the PROVINCIAL government in charge of?
The province
What is it called when we have a voting event?
An election.
Why is voting important in Canada?
Canada is a democracy, where we are allowed to share our opinions and the citizens have a voice. This is how we use our voice.
What is justice?
Keeping everything right and fair.
Your family wants to move to Vancouver. What kind of right is this?
Mobility rights
What area of Canada is the FEDERAL government in charge of?
The country
How do we pick representatives?
They are voted in through elections.
What is voting?
The process of making a decision and sharing your voice.