Chapter 3 Flashcards
(12 cards)
what is the Charter Of Rights And Freedoms?
The Charter of Rights and Freedom is part of Canada’s constitution. It’s the rights you have as a Canadian citizen.
What is the Constitution?
A special set of laws that establish a framework of governance.
What are your individual rights under the charter?
Fundamental Freedoms
Democratic Rights
Mobility Rights
Legal Rights
Equality Rights
What are your mobility rights?
The right to move anywhere you want and the right to return if you so choose.
What are your Democratic Rights?
The right to vote
What are your Fundamental Freedoms?
The freedom to express your own opinions
The freedom to choose your own religion
The freedom to organize peaceful meeting and demonstrations
The freedom to associate with any person or group
What are your Legal Rights?
The right to be free of imprisonment, search, and seizure without reasons backed by the law and evidence.
What are your Equality Rights?
The right to be free of discrimination because of race, national or ethnic origin, religion, gender, age, or mental or physical disabilities.
When did the Indian Act pass?
1876
When were Women allowed to vote?
1876
What does labor Union mean?
An organization of workers that acts to protect other workers’ righs and interest
Is it illegal to close stores on Sundays?
No in 1982, the Lord’s Day Act made it illegal to keep store open on Sundays.
