Poliforum's commitment to you:
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To provide a clear description of rights as a citizen under the law.
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Tools to understand these rights effectively in various levels of government.
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To provide citizens opportunity to
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Exercise their rights
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Realize their agency and and influence
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Take on personal responsibility within their communities.
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Connect with others to share and collaborate.
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The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms
The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms protects a number of rights and freedoms, including freedom of expression and the right to equality. It forms part of our Constitution – the highest law in all of Canada – and is one of our country’s greatest accomplishments.
How Our Government Works
Canada’s system of government has three branches: the legislative, the executive and the judicial. Each one has separate powers and responsibilities that are defined in the Constitution: the legislative branch passes laws, the executive implements them, and the judicial interprets them.
