Law Test Flashcards
Section one of charter
allows the government to limit rights and freedoms if the limits are reasonable in a free society.
Freedom of religion
Freedom to practice or not practice religon
Freedom of association
Freedom to connect with other groups
Freedom of peaceful assembly
Freedom to gather with others and express ideas peacefully
Freedom of conscience
To hold beliefs, morals, and values without government interference
Democratic rights
Freedom to vote, run and have regular elections if u are of age
Mobility rights
Right to move in and out of the country
Legal rights
Protect life, freedom, fair trial, safety from unfair treatment by law
Human rights code
protects people from discrimination in areas like work, housing, and services.
Canadian bill of rights
Law that protects individuals’ rights, such as freedom of speech, religion. Usually in federal matters
Canadian charter of rights and freedoms
protects basic rights and freedoms of Canadians. Includes freedoms of expression, assembly, right to a fair trial.
Bc human rights tribunal
independent body that resolves complaints of discrimination in British Columbia. ensures that people are treated equally under the law.
Universal declaration of human rights
global document that shows basic human rights and freedoms for all people
Grounds of discrimination
protects people from unfair treatment due to race, gender, age, disability, religion and more
Undue hardship
where accommodating a person’s needs would be difficult or expensive for organization
Duty to accommodate
requires employers and service providers to make adjustments to help individuals with disabilities and other shi as long as it doesn’t cause undue hardship.
Strike down
To strike down means to declare a law or policy invalid or unconstitutional, typically by a court decision.
Freedom of expression
right to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs without government interference
Equality rights
ensure that every person is treated equally without discrimination under the law. protects race, gender, disability
How is charters protection limited
Only applies to government
Human rights legislation
refers to laws that protect individuals from discrimination and ensure equal treatment in areas like employment, housing, and public services.
