Charter Unit Flashcards
(25 cards)
Suffrage
The right to vote
enfranchisement
the giving of a right or privilege (especially voting)
right
a moral/legal entitlement
responsibility
something we are required to do in society to our greatest extent
Diversity
The practice of including people from different backgrounds and races
define internment
the confinement of people as prisoners usually for military reasons
terrorism
the unlawful use of violence and intimidation, especially against civilians, in the pursuit of political aims.
labour union
an organized association of workers, often in a trade or profession, formed to protect and further their rights and interests.
Quality of life
the standard of health, comfort, and happiness experienced by an individual or group.
indian act, war measures act, terrorism act
acts that let the gov ignore rights
Ukranian internment war/date
WWI, 1914-1920
italian internment war/date
WWII 1940
japanese internment war/date
WWII 1942
when did women get the right to vote
1918
the minority language should have a school for them if there are enough of those speaking the language
Minority Language Rights
canadian constitution
It is the supreme law of Canada. It reaffirms Canada’s dual legal system and also includes Aboriginal rights and treaty rights
no unwarranted search/seizure, can’t just get arrested for no reason, no cruel punishments, fast trial, explanations, etc
legal rights
the right to vote, and rules following how long gov can be in power
democratic rights
the right to voice your opinion, speak, have peaceful meeting and have friends
fundamental rights
the right to move around, enter and leave the country
mobility rights
people are to be treated equally no matter their race, gender, age, etc
equality rights
why were the ukraniens taken for internment?
Ukraine was split between two sides in wwi, so they were considered a threat.
why were the italiens taken for internment?
They were an ally to germany, so again, a threat. They were forced to work for no wage, and were taken from families
why were the japanese taken for internment?
canada was at war with japan, so japanese canadians were moved from the coast (escape) and forced into internment
