democratic principles what democracy is all about, james
equality and human rights
equal oppurtunitys for everyone. everyone is equal before the law we cannot be discrimintaed agasint on the basis of race religion nationality sexual orientation and age
the story of human rights
1915 ghandi leading indian protests1945 after the war the united nations are formed 1948 the universal declaration of human rights
human rights documents
The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms of 1982 is part of Canada's Constitution. The Charter protects every Canadian's right to be treated equally under the law.
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mmiw case study
in the case mmiw 25g in canada many human rights were violated. specifically the report states that the rught to culture the right to health the right to security and the right to justice was violated
human rights and documents
charter and rights and freedo,s. pierre trudeau brought home the charter in 1982
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workers righst
minimum wage if working over 8 hour shifts with minimum wage you must be paid overtime with higher pay.
the rule of law
All are equal before the law and are entitled to equal protection of the law withoutdiscrimination. No one is above the law – this includes elected officials, the police andmembers of the military. Laws are enforced equally, fairly and consistently.
constitution of canada
The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms sets out those rights and freedoms that Canadians believe are necessary in a free and democratic society.
lady justice and rule of law
Canada is ruled by the Rule of Law. Our elected representatives make the laws on behalf of the citizens. MPs (Members of Parliament) make the federal (all of Canada) laws. MPPs (Members of Provincial Parliament) make provincial laws
case study opal inquiry points out discrimination
the opal inquiry was mandated to look intothe reasons why a serial killer was able to get away with killing so many people for so long many democratic principles were violated in this caase for example, the rule of law , equality and human rights and accountabilty and transparency
free and fair elections
Elected representatives are chosen by the people in a free and fair manner. Elections areheld regularly, usually every few years. Adult citizens have the right to vote and run for officeregardless of gender, background or economic status. There are no obstacles to voting andno intimidation or threats to citizens before or during an election.
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accountabilty and transparency
Elected and appointed officials are responsible for their actions and are accountable to thepeople. Officials must make decisions and perform their duties according to the wishes ofthose they represent, not for themselves. For government to be accountable, people mustbe aware of the actions their government is taking. A transparent government holds publicmeetings and allows citizens to attend. The press and the public are kept informed regardingdecisions being made.
the 2008 apology
In the 2008 in the house of commons Stephen harper apologized for the residential schools. This issue was finally being recognized by the canadian government. this finally demonstatres accountabilty and transparency
social media and freedom of the press
news parlors must have freedom of press and the right to share information and combat propaganda
protests
freedom of speech
freedom of speech is a principle. that a citizen can say anything they'd like without the fear of political imprisonment or censorship.
NGO's
democracy watcg
An ottawa based organization focused on making elections more free and fair and transparent.
anniesty international
They focuse on political prisoners and veen a wide spectrum of human right..
human rights watch
Human rights watch is an NGO based out of new york city that researched and shines light on international human rights and freedoms
global watch
Global Witness is an international ngo that works to break the links between natural resource exploitation, conflict, poverty, corruption, and human rights abuses worldwide. They work out of london and washington dc . theyve been trying to find those who are funding large deforastions
reporters without borders
Reporters Without Borders is an international non-profit and non-governmental organization with the stated aim of safeguarding the right to freedom of information.
whistle blowers
A whistleblower is anyone who has and reports insider knowledge of illegal activities occurring in an organization.
edward snowden
Edward Joseph Snowden is a former computer intelligence consultant who leaked highly classified information from the National Security Agency in 2013
citizen particiption
Citizen participation in government is more than just a right – it is a responsibility.Participation can take the form of running for office, voting in elections, being an informedcitizen, debating issues, attending community meetings, paying taxes, serving on a jury andprotesting. Citizen participation builds a stronger democracy.
true cost documentary
film makers travel around the globe and research clothing factory's . and show the dark side of the fast fashion industry and show civilians are treated and how it affects the qualities of the workers and their families lifestyles
waste reduction week 2021
people are participating this week to keep the environment clean and sustainable on monday they focused circular economy, tueday its textiles day, wednesday its e waste day, thursday its plastics day, friday is food waste day saturday is sharing economy sunday is
struggles agaisnt apartheid
in the 1960s the Un pushed south african governments and ngo's to assistr the freedom movement and give more rights to the public . in this movement the public bonded together to rally and protest through sports an pop culture.
boy cotts
A boy cott is a call to stop buying or consuming from a certain company because theyve done something that was considered unethical or un acceptable.the sun city boy cott, citizens try to expose sun city for unethical actions
biko
a black individual killed in police detention in south africa. he was an anti apartheid activist, and he played a large role on a movement called the Black Consciousness Movement during the 1960s and 70s
treesitting
protestors set camp on the top[ of a tree to protest so loggers cant cut down the tree. this can get so extreme that protestors spike trees so loggers cant cut them. this is a form of environmental civil disobedience.
nelson mandela
Nelson mandela was an anti apartheid politician who focused on changing racist laws creating peace and giving rights to the people of south africa
political tolerance
Society is comprised of people with different cultural backgrounds, who practice differentreligions, form part of different races, who have different gender identities or sexualorientations. The voices of these different groups are valued. Democratic societies strive tobe politically tolerant and the rights of minorities are protected. Those who are not in powermust be allowed to organize and share their opinions.
ban on practicing traditions
In the Indian act in 1927 off reserve in the prairies and british columbia natives could not wear tradional clothings.
rwandan genocide and sharpe vill massacre
In 1994 in the middle od the rwandan cicil war members of ethinic groups were targeted by armed militias and slaughtered the total death toll is estimated to be over a million
freedom of religion
In a country any religion should be allowed .
UN
The Un is a orgization hosted by international governments with the intent to maintain international peace