Law Charter Stuff (part 3)

Question 1

Duty to Accommodate

Answer 1

The legal obligation to modify rules, practices, or environments to avoid discrimination, unless doing so causes undue hardship.

Question 2

Direct Discrimination

Answer 2

When someone is treated unfairly or differently because of a protected characteristic, like race or disability.

Question 3

Constructive Discrimination

Answer 3

A policy or practice that appears neutral but negatively affects individuals from a protected group.

Question 4

Bona Fide Occupational Requirement (BFOR)

Answer 4

A legitimate job requirement essential for performing job duties safely and effectively.

Question 5

Poisoned Environment

Answer 5

A hostile or toxic atmosphere created by discriminatory behavior or comments that affect one’s ability to work or learn.

Question 6

Human Rights Code

Answer 6

A provincial law that protects people from discrimination and harassment in areas such as employment, housing, and services.

Question 7

Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms

Answer 7

A constitutional document that guarantees fundamental rights and freedoms to everyone in Canada.

Question 8

Section 1 of the Charter

Answer 8

States that rights and freedoms are guaranteed but can be limited if justified in a free and democratic society.

Question 9

Section 6 – Mobility Rights

Answer 9

Guarantees the right to enter, remain in, or leave Canada and to move and work within any province.

Question 10

Section 24 – Enforcement

Answer 10

Allows individuals to go to court if their Charter rights are violated and seek remedies.

Question 11

Notwithstanding Clause (Section 33)

Answer 11

Allows governments to override certain Charter rights temporarily for up to five years.

Question 12

Equality Before the Law

Answer 12

The principle that all individuals must be treated equally by the legal system without discrimination.

Question 13

Affirmative Action

Answer 13

Programs designed to improve opportunities for disadvantaged groups and are allowed under the Human Rights Code and Charter.

Question 14

Legal Rights (Sections 7–14)

Answer 14

Rights related to the justice system, including the right to a fair trial, legal counsel, and freedom from arbitrary detention.

Question 15

Fundamental Freedoms (Section 2)

Answer 15

Includes freedom of conscience, religion, expression, peaceful assembly, and association.