Vocab And Terms Flashcards
What is Fundamental freedom?
Individuals are entitled to have rights such as freedom of speech, freedom of religion, freedom of assembly, and freedom of the press.
What is democratic rights?
Decision making such as voting, federal elections, parliament every 12 months, run for office,
What is mobility?
Freedom to move from one place to another, walking, driving, public transportation, enter and leave the country as long as a Canadian citizen.
Name 7 legal rights
Freedom of speech, race, religion, sex, mental and physical disabilities, language rights, education rights.
What does the Affirmative action program mean?
Reverse discrimination
When is the rights of freedom of speech taken away from an individual or group?
If rules are broken like promoting hatred, violence to the Supreme Court
How many government branches do we have?
3
What branch makes laws
Legislative branch
Which branch enforces laws?
Executive branch
Which branch is the federal court of Canada
Judicial branch
What does the legislative branch do? What is it also known as?
Makes laws , also known as parliament
What does the executive branch do?
Enforces laws , implementing policies, repressing the country domestically and internationally.
What does the judicial branch do?
Settling disputes, ensuring laws aww applies fairly, includes courts of Canada
What are the 3 levels of government?
Municipal, provincial, federal
What level of government looks after local infrastructures, waste management, public transportation, parks, recreating facilities?
Municipal level
