Definitions
What is a right?
something that cannot be taken away. opposite: privilege, which must be earned.
Name one reason freedom of speech is important.
-reinforces that every person has a right to free speech
-allows society to develop and progress
-holds govt accountable
What is the reasonable limits clause?
Charter's section 2 states that freedom of speech allowed within reasonable limits (ie hate speech, discrimination, libel and defamation are punishable by law)
What is freedom of speech?
The idea that supports the freedom of an individual or community to express their ideas without fear
Name any two rights listed in the charter of rights and freedoms.
mobility, democratic, legal, official language, minority language, mobility, fundamental freedoms, equality,
What are some issues with freedom of expression online?
anonymity, digital footprint, cyberbullying etc
What is the charter of rights and freedom?
legal document that sets out rights and freedoms that Canadians believe are necessary in a free and democratic society.
Where is freedom of speech protected in the charter?
fundamental freedoms, section 2
What is freedom of the press and why is it important?
Section 2(b) of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms states that everyone has, “the freedom of thought, belief, opinion, and expression including freedom of the press and other media communication”
What is the criminal code of Canada?
Sets out criminal law and procedure in Canada
Prohibits harmful or undesirable behavior
Sets out the process in which the Crown responds to it
Summarize the Keegstra case.
teacher who made anti-semitic remarks and was convicted for inciting hate speech, but he appealed several times on the basis of his free speech right...was eventually acquitted with just community service
US vs Netherlands vs South Koreafor example.
Canada vs Saudi Arabia etc