Democracy and Voting
What is a democracy?
A democracy is a government where people choose their leaders by voting.
What is a “right”?
A right is a freedom or something people are allowed to do.
What is the leader of the municipal government called?
The Mayor.
Which party wants lower taxes and less government spending?
Conservative Party.
How often are federal elections usually held in Canada?
Every four years.
Who has the power to choose leaders in a democracy?
The citizens (the people).
Name one right Canadians have.
Example: Freedom of speech / equality rights / right to vote.
Which level of government handles schools?
The provincial government.
Which party supports radical changes and immigration?
Liberal Party.
What does “First-Past-the-Post” mean?
The person with the most votes in each area wins.
Why is voting important?
Voting is important because it gives people a say in the government.
What does “responsibility” mean? (in terms of rights and responsibilities)
A responsibility is something you should do to use your right fairly.
Name one thing the federal government is responsible for.
examples: Defense/army, immigration, money, trade.
Which party focuses on taxing the wealthy, and gives breaks to lower and middle class?
NDP (New Democratic Party).
Who represents the King/Queen in Canada?
The Governor General.
At what age can Canadians vote in federal elections?
Age 18.
Match the right to the responsibility:
Right: Freedom of Speech
Responsibility: ___________________________
Responsibility for freedom of speech: Speak respectfully and not hurt others.
Put these from SMALLEST to BIGGEST:
Provincial, Federal, Municipal
Municipal → Provincial → Federal.
Which party’s main priority is protecting nature and the environment?
Green Party.
During an election, what is the name for the areas that each candidate tries to win?
They’re called seats or ridings.
Explain how voting gives people “influence” in the government.
Voting gives people influence because their vote helps choose the leaders who make the laws.
Choose ANY Charter right and explain BOTH the right and its matching responsibility.
Answers vary
If local roads are icy and unsafe, which level of government would deal with clearing them? Explain why.
Municipal government, because they take care of local roads and safety issues.
Explain what a political party is and why we have them.
A political party is a group of people with ideas about how to run the country.
Explain how a party becomes the government in Canada.
The party with the most seats (areas won) forms the government.