Governance
What is the geographic area represented by an MP called?
A riding/constituency
What is an Economic Immigrant?
Someone who moves to Canada for work/opportunities and will benefit our economy
If supply is high and demand is low, what happens to the price of goods?
it drops
What age group does the YJCA apply to?
12-17
What are the 4 Fundamental Freedoms?
Freedom of Conscience and Religion, Thought Belief Opinion Expression, Peaceful Assembly, Association
What are the two bodies in Parliament that must pass a bill before it becomes law?
The House of Commons and the Senate
Give 2 examples of push factors
What is the basic problem of economics (when resources are limited)?
Scarcity
What are the main goals of the YCJA?
Rehabilitation and Reintegration
Which mobility right applies only to citizens of Canada and not visitors/permanent residents?
Right to re-enter Canada
Who is the representative of the monarch within the federal government?
What is the difference between a refugee and an asylum seeker?
Refugee is forced from their country, an asylum seeker leaves their country and then requests to stay
What is the word for "the act of buying and using/consuming goods/services"?
Consumerism
Which law was passed after the Juvenile Delinquents Act and before the YCJA?
The Young Offenders Act
What rights are being infringed upon if an individual is detained without being told why and they are not told they can access a lawyer?
legal rights
Name a left-leaning political party and two of their ideologies
IE: NDP - Higher Taxes, More Social Programs
What are reasons a person would be denied admission into Canada?
security, financial reasons, health concerns, criminal record, etc.
What is the difference between mixed and market economies?
Government involvement in a mixed economy
Describe Restorative Justice
focus on repairing harm done to victims of crime
What is the main purpose of equality rights?
To ensure people are not experiencing discrimination