Chapter 1
Which branch of government puts laws into action?
Executive Branch
What does YCJA stand for?
Youth Criminal Justice Act
Which Charter right guarantees freedom of religion and expression?
Fundamental Freedoms
What is land set aside for the exclusive use of First Nations called?
A reserve
What is the name of Canada's main immigration law?
Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA)
What is the name of Canada's elected chamber where MPs work?
House of Commons
What age group does the YCJA apply to?
12–17 years old
Which Charter right allows Canadians to move and work anywhere in Canada?
Mobility Rights
What term describes the belief that one's culture is superior to others?
Ethnocentrism
Which immigration category makes up the largest percentage of newcomers?
Economic Class
What is the main role of a Member of Parliament (MP)?
To represent their constituents
Which justice advocacy group works mainly with women?
Elizabeth Fry Society
What does Equality Rights protect Canadians from?
Discrimination
What is a Francophone?
A person whose first language is French
What system is used to evaluate many economic immigrants?
Points System
What federal body provides "sober second thought" to bills before they become law?
Senate
What is one alternative consequence under the YCJA besides going to court?
Community service or counseling
What Charter right gives Canadians the right to vote?
Democratic Rights
What federal law, first passed in 1876, governs many First Nations matters?
Indian Act
Name one factor considered in the points system.
Age, education, language ability, work experience, etc.
What is the difference between winning the popular vote and winning by riding?
Popular vote = total votes across Canada; riding = winning the most votes in an electoral district
How do Aboriginal Elders help determine consequences for youth offenders?
Through sentencing circles that involve the offender, victim, and community
What does Section 23 of the Charter guarantee to official language minorities?
Publicly funded schools in their language where numbers warrant
What does "patriate" mean?
To bring something that belongs to a country under that country's control
Name three health factors that could affect whether an economic immigrant is admitted to Canada.
Risk to public health, risk to public safety, or excessive demand on health services