What is the title of the person that is "in charge" of Canada?
Prime Minister.
True or False: Mental or physical disabilities are not protected under the Charter.
False. Mental and physical disabilities are protected. Legally, you cannot discriminate against another person based on their disability.
At least how often must Parliament meet?
Every 12 months.
Once you step foot on Canadian soil, does the charter immediately affect you?
The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms affects anyone in Canada, with a few exceptions.
The Residential Schools violated which parts of the Charter?
Fundamental Freedoms & Equality Rights
What is a responsibility that comes with your democratic rights?
Voting.
As a citizen, are you able to earn a living once you move to any province in Canada?
Yes, the Mobility Rights section of the Charter allows anyone in Canada to move freely through the country and earn a living there.
Name one exception of freedom of speech/freedom of expression.
When you make a threat/organize a rebellion against the government or harm others.
What happens if you must go to court, and do not speak English or are deaf?
You have the right to an interpreter for the court proceedings.
Under equality rights, are you always free of all discrimination?
No, you aren't. For example, you can still be discriminated against based on something like weight.
What is the maximum amount of time that a government can continue?
5 years
Name an example of an exception to someone’s equality rights. When can people be placed together based on common characteristics?
Government programs for a certain group (for example women/children groups, underprivileged groups, etc)