Freedoms
True or False: Freedom of thought, belief, and opinion lets you say whatever you want, no matter what it is.
False, you have these freedoms, but you cannot be hateful or promote discrimination when you do so.
True or False: Only citizens have rights
False, everyone in Canada is protected by the Charter
When are you allowed to vote in Canada?
When you turn 18.
John went to the store, and he witnessed the crime. He thinks his language rights are affected because the food was not labelled in Arabic. Does this violate any rights?
No, language rights are regarding English and French in services or schools.
What is the freedom of peaceful assembly?
Canadians can voice their opinions through peaceful protest
To communicate and receive services by the Canadian government in English and French. Children in schools can be taught in French or English
Provide an example of a responsibility.
to obey all laws, to go to school, to help others in your community, to vote, to serve on a jury when asked, respecting others' rights, protecting the environment...
Maria wants to wear her hijab at work, but the job description says it is prohibited because it might get caught in machinery. Are they violating her rights?
No, the job description says she cannot wear it because it threatens her safety if she wears a hijab.
His freedom of religion was being infringed upon. He should be able to wear his Kirpan in school.
Do mobility rights give you the right to go to the US?
No, it's only the right to move between provinces
True or false: The freedom of religion is both a right and responsibility
False, it is a right to freedom of religion.
As Rob was crossing the street, two police officers stopped him and began to search him for no particular reason. Does this violate his rights? If yes, which one?
Yes, it violates his legal rights. That would be an unreasonable search and seizure.
What freedom lets you choose who you want to be friends with?
Freedom of Association
Are all rights absolute?
No, there are reasonable limits to your rights.
True or false: To gather with others and share ideas is a responsibility
False. It is your right to freedom of association.
Jake is a reporter for the local newspaper. He has written an article about his frustration with a minority group. Jake feels that he has “freedom of speech”. Does Jake have a right to publish his story?
No, the freedom of the media and speech has a reasonable limit. He cannot publish anything hateful.
What are all the freedoms?
Freedom of the media, freedom of association, freedom of peaceful assembly, freedom of religion, and freedom of belief, opinion, and expression.
Who were historically excluded from the vote?
Women, Indigneous, Chinese, and Japanese peoples.
Do all countries have the same voting age of 18?
No, other countries have different voting ages. Some countries have a younger or older voting age. For example, South Korea's voting age is 19 while Brazil's is 16.
Linda lost her job in Ontario. She would like to move to the U.S to find a new job. Is it her right to move to another country?
No. While she can move to the U.S, it isn't her right to move there. If it were within Canada, it would be her right.