Rights Everyone Has
What is the Charter of Rights and Freedoms?
This paper protects the rights of people in Canada.
What is freedom of expression?
You can say what you think and write it too.
What is presumption of innocence
If you’re accused of a crime, you are innocent until proven guilty.
What is equality?
Everyone must be treated the same by the law.
What is French?
Canada has two main languages: English and this one.
What is freedom of religion?
You have the right to follow any religion you want.
What is freedom of assembly?
You can meet with friends and groups peacefully.
What is protection from unfair arrest?
You can’t be put in jail without a good reason.
What is anti-discrimination?
People can’t be treated unfairly because of their skin color or gender.
You can get government services in either English or this language.
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You can live and work anywhere in this country.
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What is freedom of association?
You can join clubs or groups you like.
What is legal help or a lawyer?
If you can’t pay for a lawyer, you have the right to get one.
Equality applies to all people living in this country.
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What is minority language education?
You can go to school in English or French if enough students want it.