It is almost impossible to imagine how a democracy could work without the protection of these most basic rights and freedoms, and yet–in Canada–they continue to be under attack in many ways.
Fundamental Freedoms allow individuals and groups to express themselves, to believe and practice what they choose, and to exercise their right to vote.
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Anti-Protest Bylaws
Vaughan's anti-protest bylaw makes people liable for fines of up to $100,000 for having participated in an offensive, yet peaceful, protest near some social infrastructure. We believe this is unconstitutional.
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Notwithstanding Clause: Save Our Charter
Governments across Canada are using the notwithstanding clause to undermine important fundamental rights and freedoms protected under the Charter.
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Bill 21
Bill 21 is a law which disproportionately impacts people who are already marginalized. New Quebec laws ban Canadians working as teachers, lawyers, police officers, and more from wearing religious symbols such as crosses, hijabs, turbans and yarmulkes. This not only affects people currently working in the public sector, but also the youth who aspire to those careers.
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