The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms

Question 1

Democratic Rights

Answer 1

People over 18 can vote in elections and run as a candidate

Question 2

Fundamental Freedoms

Answer 2

Freedom of conscience and religion, thought, belief, opinion, expression, the press, and peaceful assembly

Question 3

Mobility Rights

Answer 3

Citizens can enter, remain in, or leave Canada. They can also move anywhere in Canada.

Question 4

Equality Rights

Answer 4

Treated as “equal before and under the law”

Question 5

Legal Rights

Answer 5

No one can be arbitrarily arrested and detained, or receive inhumaine treatment. Everyone has the right to a fair trial.

Question 6

The Official Languages of Canada

Answer 6

Citizens can communicate with and receive federal government services in English or French, and can use English or French in any federal court

Question 7

Minority Language Educational Rights

Answer 7

Children can be educated in either French or English where sufficient numbers of students exist