Human Rights 101
What is a human right?
A universal right that every person is entitled to
What is the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms?
It is a part of Canada’s Constitution that protects the rights and freedoms of Canadian citizens.
Which document outlines the basic human rights for all people in the world?
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
A young boy is forced to work long hours in unsafe conditions, missing school and not having time to play. Which human right is being violated?
Right to education and protection from child labour.
Name one example of a basic human right.
Right to life, freedom of speech, right to education
Which right does the Canadian Charter protect when people are allowed to express their ideas freely?
Freedom of thought, belief, opinion, and expression.
Can you name a country where people don’t have freedom of speech?
A man is imprisoned without trial or access to a lawyer in a country with no legal system. Which right is being violated?
Legal Rights: A Right to a fair trial
Why are human rights important for everyone?
They protect people from unfair treatment and ensure everyone is treated equally and with respect.
What does “equality rights” mean under the Canadian Charter?
It means everyone must be treated equally, without discrimination based on race, gender, religion
What international organization works to protect human rights worldwide?
The United Nations
A government stops people from practicing their religion in public. Which human right is being violated?
Freedom of religion.
What is the Universal Declaration of Human Rights?
A document that outlines basic human rights for all people.
Which right does the Canadian Charter protect the right to live anywhere in Canada?
What are Mobility Rights?
What does "right to privacy" mean as a human right?
It means that individuals have the right to keep their personal information private.
A worker is forced to work 12-hour shifts every day without any time off for weekends or holidays. Which human right is being violated here?
The right to rest and leisure.
Who created the Universal Declaration of Human Rights?
The United Nations
How many categories are in the Charter of Rights and Freedoms?
7 sections
What does it mean for a country to "violate human rights"?
It means that the country is not protecting or respecting the basic rights of its citizens, such as freedom, equality, and safety.
A person is not allowed to attend university because they cannot afford the tuition fees. Which human right is being violated?
Right to education.