Italy vs Canada: Human Rights

Canada

Freedom of Speech

Freedom of Religion

Protection from search and seizures

Right to remain, leave or enter both countries

Everyone has the right to be free from torture

Right to Peaceful Assembly

Equality in the workforce remains an issue and equal pay has not yet been reached.

Death Penalty Abolished

The official languages are English and French and both have equal rights

Affirmative Actions plans still need work but have a good foundation.

Abortion is legal

Italy

Capital Punishment still legal. Abolishig the death penalty has been said to be one of the top proirorities.

There are still large gaps between men and woman in the workforce.

Prohibts discrimination against people with disabiltites

Although abortion is legal, the church and other influences make it hard for a woman to get one.

Minors have human rights free from discrimination and those rights are properly protected

Proper legal protection is not given to same sex couples and they are not formally recognized.

Affirmative Action plans are on the weak side and need improvement

Citizens have a right to vote

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