The Justice System

Question 1

On which presumption is the Canadian judicial system founded?

Answer 1

The presumption of innocence in criminal matters, meaning everyone is innocent until proven guilty.

Question 2

Canada’s legal system is based on a heritage that includes … ?

Answer 2

1. The rule of law
2. Freedom under the law
3. Democratic principles
4. Due process (the government must respect all the legal rights a person is entitled under the law)

Question 3

How is Canada’s system of laws organized?

Answer 3

Laws are mad by elected representatives. The courts settle disputes and the police enforce the laws.

Question 4

Which Canadian Courts exist?

Answer 4

1. Supreme Court of Canada (highest court)
2. Federal Court of Canada (matters concerning the federal government)
3. Appeal court and a trial court (provincial. matters)
4. Provincial courts for lesser offences, family courts, traffic courts and small claims courts for civil cases involving small sums of money

Question 5

What are the different types of police in Canada?

Answer 5

• Federal: Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP)
• Provincial: Provincial police forces (Ontario and Quebec) or Royal Canadian Mounted Police (other provinces)
• Municipal: Municipal police departments (all provinces)