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Fundamental Freedoms
Democratic Rights
Mobility Rights
Legal Rights
Equality Rights
100
Name one fundamental freedom.
Freedom to express your opinion.
100

What year did someone serving a life sentence in prison become eligible to vote in federal elections?

2002

100
Do you need a reason to move between provinces?
No you don't, you can move for any reason.
100

Are the police able to check your bag without a probable cause? What section of the Charter applies?

No they are not. Section 8

100

Is "you must be this tall to ride" at amusement parks discriminatory?

No, interest of public safety

200
Do the fundamental freedoms only affect the citizens of Canada?
Anyone in Canada is protected by these freedoms.
200

At least how often must a federal election occur?

The Charter guarantees that a federal election will be held at least every 5 years.

200
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.
200
Do Canadians citizens and non-citizens have the same legal rights?
The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms guarantees anyone in Canada the same legal rights.
200

What is one thing that equality rights protect from discrimination?

Race, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender, religion.

300
The indian act of 1876 violated which fundamental freedom?
Freedom of expression as well as Freedom to associate with any person/group
300
What responsibilities come with your democratic rights?
Voting and accepting the results of the election.
300

Can you move anywhere in Canada for work if you are a Canadian citizen?

Yes, the Mobility Rights section of the Charter allows anyone in Canada to move freely through the country and earn a living there.

300
Can the police legally seize your property without a reason?
No, the police need a reason to seize property. They may need to seize property if it is evidence of a crime.
300
The internment of Japanese Canadians was a violation of equality rights based on what?
Ethnic Origin
400

Name one exception of freedom of speech/freedom of expression.

Hate Speech or Propaganda

400
Name 2 conditions that make you eligible to vote in Canada?
Over the age of 18, Must be a Canadian Citizen.
400
What could you do if you feel as if a law has violated your mobility rights?
Challenge in Court
400
What are the two justice systems in Canada?
Criminal Code of Canada and the YCJA
500
What is Freedom of the Media meant to do?

Ensure reporting is fair and can report both the good and the bad.

500
What year did women gain the right to vote in Canada?
1916
500

What mobility right does Canadian Citizenship guarantee? 

The right to move in and out of the country freely.

500
What is the main underlying principle of criminal trials in Canada?
"innocent until proven guilty"
500

Name an example of an exception to someone’s equality rights.

Government programs for a certain group (for example women/children)