Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms Project

What is the Charter?

What is The Charter?

The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms is a document that lists the rights of Canadian citizens. It tells us what we are free to do and what is considered as "breaking the law". It was made to protect the citizens of Canada and is part of Canada's constitution. A constitution lists all the rules of the government. The charter was developed when Pierre Elliot Trudeau (Justin Trudeau's father) was part of the government. It was signed and made official by Queen Elizabeth II on April 17, 1982.

Fundamental Freedom Rights

Fundamental Freedom Rights

Fundamental rights are among the most importants rights in the charter. Fundamental rights give us the freedom of religion, thought, belief, opinion, expression, peaceful assembly, and association. You can think, believe, say, and do whatever you want, as long as it is not hurtful. You can meet up with whoever you want, and you can peacefully protest against the government. Like mentioned in the name, these rights are fundamental to Canada

Democratic Rights

Democratic rights are another important right. Democratic rights allow us to participate in the democratic process and have our voices heard in Parliament. Every citizen that is 18 or older has the right to vote. They may also run in elections. There are a lot of countries around the world in which people do not have these rights.

Mobility Rights

Mobility rights are essential to us. They allow us to enter, stay or live in, and leave Canada. You can freely go wherever you want. You can work or set up a buisness anywhere in Canada. You can live or move to any province or territory of Canada. Mobility rights are crucial. You would not want to be stuck in one part of Canada forever.

Legal Rights

Legal rights help keep everything fair. They ensure that everyone is treated fairly during a trial or in court. There has to be a valid reason about why someone was arrested. You are always innocent until proven guilty. According to the charter, you must be aware of what the charges are, allowed an attorney, and have a bail unless there is a reason for denial. No one should be subject to a cruel or unusual punishment. You should feel safe, have a trial within an appropriate time frame, and have a translator if you do not speak the languages used in Canada (English or French).

Equality Rights

Equality rights are vital to creating a diverse communtiy like Canada. Equality rights prohibit the government from discriminating others. You should not be discriminated because of your race, religion, gender, abilities or disabilities, origin, age, sexual orientation, and/or beliefs. Equality rights make sure that everyone feels equal. Some countries do not have equality; people are judged and stereotyped.

Language Rights

Language rights help our community function. They give us the right to speak either of French or English. You can speak both, or just one. This does not mean you are limited to these languages. All paper documents from the government must give information in both languages. It is mandatory for all products and government workers to use both French and English. We are also given the right to be taught both English and French. You have the right to send your children to a school that speaks either of our national languages, even if you live in a province/territory where most people do not speak that language. Without language rights, it would be much harder to communicate with the people in our society.

Language Rights

Enforcement Rights

Enforcement Rights

If you think that any of your rights are being infringed on, you are allowed to go to court. Enforcement rights help us stand up for our rights. You should never infringe on the rights of others and people should never infringe on yours. Do not forget to peacefully fight for your rights.

Children's Rights

Children have rights too! Some of the rights that children have include healthy and nutritious food and drink, education, special care, and love, care and empathy. Children need healthy food and drink to gain energy and nutrients. They need an education to gain knowledge and have a better understanding of our world. If required, children should have special care so that their needs are met. Lastly, they need someone who cares about them and supports them so that they feel like they belong. These are all key components to help children thrive and become leaders of the next generations.

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