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Fundamental Freedoms

Basic freedoms all Canadians have, including freedom of religion, expression, peaceful assembly, and association.

Democratic Rights

Rights that allow citizens to participate in democracy, including voting in elections and running for office.

Mobility Rights

The right to move, live, and work anywhere in Canada and to enter or leave Canada.

Legal Rights

Rights that protect people in the justice system, including the right to a fair trial and protection against unlawful search or detention.

Equality Rights

The right to be treated equally under the law without discrimination based on race, gender, age, religion, or disability.

Language Rights

The right to use English or French in government services and federal institutions.

Minority Language Education Rights

The right to receive education in English or French as a minority language where numbers are sufficient.

Indigenous Treaty Rights

Rights recognized in treaties between Indigenous peoples and the Crown that protect land, culture, and agreements.

Responsibilities Connected to Rights and Freedoms

Duties citizens have to support democracy, including obeying laws, respecting others’ rights, participating in society, and staying informed.

Right Wing

Political views that generally support lower taxes, less government involvement, and more individual responsibility.

Left Wing

Political views that generally support more government involvement, social programs, and equality.

Moderate

A political position between left and right wing views.

Social (personal) issues

Issues related to personal rights and values such as abortion, immigration, and LGBTQ+ rights.

Fiscal (economic) issues

Issues related to money, taxes, government spending, and the economy.

Your position on the political spectrum

Where a person’s beliefs fall between left, right, or moderate based on their views on social and economic issues.