Collective Rights Unit Study Flashcards

A set of flashcards created to help review key concepts and vocabulary related to collective rights and associated topics.

What does the term 'Collective Rights' refer to?

Rights that protect a collective group.

Who are the First Nations?

They are the Aboriginal group of the first people to live in Canada and America.

What is 'Sovereignty'?

The power of a state to govern itself and its subjects.

Define 'Annuity.'

A financial product that provides guaranteed regular income.

What is a 'Reserve'?

Land given by the government that can only be used by indigenous people.

What does 'Entrenching' refer to in a legal context?

It means that something cannot be changed or removed.

What is meant by 'Patriate'?

To bring under the authority of an autonomous country.

What does 'Assimilate' mean?

When different groups or individuals adapt to the dominant culture.

What is 'Ethnocentrism'?

The belief that your race is better than others.

What is the 'Indian Act'?

An act that protects Aboriginal people from discrimination and administrates Indian status.

Who are Anglophones?

Individuals who are English speakers.

Who are Francophones?

Individuals who are French speakers.

What is meant by 'Official Language Community'?

The most spoken language in the community.

What are 'Inherent Rights'?

Rights that you inherit for belonging to certain collective identities.

What is the purpose of 'Scrip'?

A document that entitles the holder to allotment of crown lands.

Define 'Autonomy.'

Self-governance.