Federal Government
They are appointed by the PM
In the context of YCJA, what does rehabilitation mean?
helping a youth become a better citizen and not commit more crime. This is the main goal of the YCJA
Which section of the Charter protects the right to move freely around the country?
Mobility Rights
Which came first, the Numbered Treaties or the Indian Act?
The Numbered Treaties
What branch of government is responsible for proposing new laws and running the day-to-day business of govt?
executive
What is the role of the senate?
provide a second round of debate to new laws
12-17
Ukrainian, Italian & Japanese
What is the difference between a Francophone school and a French Immersion school?
Francophone = Totally French, for those who speak French at home
French Immersion = Majority French instruction, for those who have French as a second language
What was the intent of the Indian Act?
To assimilate and control First Nations
How are MP's, ridings and constituents related?
Each riding elects an MP to represent the constituents (voters) of that area
When youth are arrested, who may they have present with them during questioning?
Parent & Lawyer
What does the word "suffrage" mean?
the political right to vote (as in women's suffrage / suffragettes)
What was Metis Scrip?
A certificate given to the Metis which could be exchanged for land or money.
What are the basic requirements to qualify for jury duty? (3 things)
Must be 18+, a Canadian Citizen and you cannot have committed any serious crimes
What is a minority government?
When the government in charge has the MOST votes but less than 50% of the seats
What is a sentencing circle?
An Indigenous approach to restorative justice based on traditional practices.
What are the 5 fundamental freedoms granted in the charter?
Freedom of media, assembly, association, expression & religion.
Parents are entitled to _______-funded minority language schools as long as there are ____________________________.
publicly funded, enough students
What does "annuity" mean?
Annual Payment
What is a lobbying?
What is the Elizabeth Fry society and what do they do?
It is a criminal justice advocacy group that helps women & youth impacted by the justice system
R v. Big M Drug Mart (1985) was a Supreme Court case that went against the Lord’s Day Act, which made businesses close on Sundays for the Christian Sabbath - a day of rest and prayer.
Which Charter section was used to repeal this law?
Fundamental Freedoms
How many Numbered Treaties are there and which of them are in Alberta?
11 Total, Alberta has Treaty 6,7 & 8 and a little bit of 4 & 10
Name 3/5 political party leaders working in Canada's government