RIGHTS, FREEDOMS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

POLITICAL

RIGHTS AND FREEDOMS

RESPONSIBILITIES

Right to vote

To vote in elections

Right to voice opinions

To respect the opinions of others

Right to seek political office

To take an active interest in the affairs of the country

CIVIL

RIGHTS AND FREEDOMS

RESPONSIBILITIES/LEGAL OBLIGATIONS

Right to be judged by the court

Know, respect and follow the laws of Canada

Right to be treated equally

Treat others equally

Right to personal privacy

Respect the privacy of others

Right to personal security

To obey Canada's laws

SOCIAL

FREEDOMS AND EXPECTATIONS

RESPONSIBILITIES

To be treated with dignity and respect

Treat others with dignity and respect

To expect a clean and healthy environment

Actively care for the environment

To have adequate food, clothing and shelter

Support and advocate for social justice

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