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What is one of the key principles of the Rule of Law?
What is one of the key principles of the Rule of Law?
How are individuals treated under the law according to the principles of the Rule of Law?
How are individuals treated under the law according to the principles of the Rule of Law?
Which action exemplifies how individuals can make a difference according to the content provided?
Which action exemplifies how individuals can make a difference according to the content provided?
What does the term 'bias' refer to in the context provided?
What does the term 'bias' refer to in the context provided?
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Which example demonstrates a potential bias in reporting?
Which example demonstrates a potential bias in reporting?
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What was the basis for Justine's legal challenge against the Ontario Law?
What was the basis for Justine's legal challenge against the Ontario Law?
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What document protects essential rights and freedoms for individuals living in Canada?
What document protects essential rights and freedoms for individuals living in Canada?
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What type of rights can be defined as treating everyone the same regardless of certain characteristics?
What type of rights can be defined as treating everyone the same regardless of certain characteristics?
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Which of the following rights allows Aboriginal peoples to claim their traditional territories?
Which of the following rights allows Aboriginal peoples to claim their traditional territories?
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What does 'accommodating' refer to in the context of rights?
What does 'accommodating' refer to in the context of rights?
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What right is guaranteed by the Canadian Charter that allows the use of either English or French in government?
What right is guaranteed by the Canadian Charter that allows the use of either English or French in government?
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Which statement accurately reflects the principle of equity in the context of rights?
Which statement accurately reflects the principle of equity in the context of rights?
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Which of the following best describes the principle of 'common good' in relation to rights?
Which of the following best describes the principle of 'common good' in relation to rights?
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What aspect distinguishes democracy from other forms of government?
What aspect distinguishes democracy from other forms of government?
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Which term refers to the principle that everyone should be treated fairly?
Which term refers to the principle that everyone should be treated fairly?
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What is the main purpose of the Charter's section on democratic rights?
What is the main purpose of the Charter's section on democratic rights?
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What was the initial restriction on voting in Canada?
What was the initial restriction on voting in Canada?
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What does suffrage mean?
What does suffrage mean?
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How does democracy relate to the rule of law?
How does democracy relate to the rule of law?
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Which historical document is known for protecting individual rights?
Which historical document is known for protecting individual rights?
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What does the term 'suffragette' refer to?
What does the term 'suffragette' refer to?
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Study Notes
Chapter 2: Democracy in Action
- Justine, discriminated against due to gender, successfully challenged a law in the Supreme Court. The court ruled that gender is not a valid basis for discrimination.
- The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms protects fundamental rights and freedoms.
- Individual rights include equality regardless of gender, race, or religion. Accommodating needs is also a key element.
- Collective rights include those of Indigenous peoples to their traditional territories.
- Language rights guarantee equal use of both English and French in government.
- Canada permits citizenship by birth or via a citizenship test.
Democracy and Participation
- Democracy differs from other forms of government as it allows citizens to shape their communities.
- More participation strengthens democracy.
- The "common good" benefits the majority.
- "Equity" enforces fairness.
Democratic Rights
- The Charter has sections specifically about democratic rights.
- Citizens choose representatives to form the government which should listen to citizens' needs.
- Voting is a fundamental democratic right.
Winning the Right to Vote
- Voting rights expanded over time in Canada, initially limited to property-owning men of European origin.
- Laws gradually broadened who could vote, including women and others.
- The voting age, currently 18, is a subject of ongoing discussion.
Democracy and Women's Suffrage
- Suffrage is the right to vote.
- Women fought for the right to vote in Canada.
- Full voting rights for women achieved in 1918, although equal participation took longer.
Rule of Law
- The rule of law states that all are equally subject to the law, regardless of position.
- Laws are created and enforced through fair processes.
- Citizens can influence and create the law.
Magna Carta
- The Magna Carta (1215) established the principle of individual rights subordinate to country law.
How Can People Make a Difference?
- Young people can volunteer, raise funds or voice opinions to make a change.
- Giving others a voice strengthens democracy.
Detecting Bias
- Identifying bias in writing and statements requires careful observation of the language, examples and supporting evidence given.
- Writers, or speakers, may have prejudice, that can distort the presentation of a topic.
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Explore the principles of democracy as outlined in Chapter 2, where individual and collective rights are highlighted. Delve into significant legal cases, the role of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, and the importance of participation in shaping democratic society. Understand how equity and the common good foster a stronger democracy.
