Canadian Charter
The Canadian Charter was put into place in what year?
1982
Which pillar of democracy ensures government officials follow the same rules and regulations as the average citizen?
Equality under the law
___________ democracy is when citizens cast votes on specific issues, each person getting one vote.
What is an example of a DEMOCRATIC right in Canada?
- right to vote
What "Official Language Rights" are guaranteed by the Canadian Charter?
You have the right to access government services in both French and English.
Which pillar of democracy guarantees you the right to a fair trial if you are accused of a crime?
Justice
When a group discusses an issue until they can agree on a solution that works for everyone.
Consensus
Who is guaranteed 'Fundamental Freedoms' in Canada?
Everyone in Canada
(citizens, permanent residents, and visitors)
___________ rights, protected by the Canadian Charter, allow Canadians to move and live within any Canadian province.
Mobility rights
This pillar/principal of democracy means that the government should be making decisions for the benefit of their citizens, and are accountable to the voters.
Representation
Definition: When somebody is treated differently (unfairly) based on their religion, race, orientation, etc.
Discrimination
Canada is an example of a ___________ democracy, where we elect leaders to make important decisions for us.
representative
Name one group that is protected under the category "collective rights" in the Charter.
Indigenous Peoples
French-language communities
Women
People with Disabilities
LQBTQIA
etc..
This fundamental principal of democracy means that you can make independent choices for yourself, within reason.
Freedom
Rights guaranteed by the Charter to each person in order to protect individual freedoms, like expression, religion, equality under the law, voting rights, etc.
Individual Rights
What is one reason you might choose a representative democracy over a direct democracy?
- direct takes too long - voting on every individual issue
- not all people are informed
Is a Charter right or freedom being violated in this clip? Which one?
Answers will vary.
Which pillar of democracy prevents employment discrimination against minority groups?
Equality under the law
A form of government where one powerful, unelected person (or a small group of individuals) make decisions for everyone.
Authoritarian
What document can be used to challenge rights violations that occur in Canada?
The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms