Essays Tagged: "Charter Rights"

The Abolishment of capital Punishment

bolished in 1976, due to the fact that it infringes on the rights of Canadians as documented by the Charter of Rights and Freedoms.1 Also, there was much influence from the citizens of the country to ... and an unusual punishment, by means of discrimination. Which encroaches upon section fifteen of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms. Section fifteen states that'every individual is equal before, and un ...

(19 pages) 559 2 4.7 Jan/1996

Subjects: Law & Government Essays > Law > Issues > Death Penalty

Whose life is it? Reasons for legalizing euthanasia

life". It is as the Christian doctrine states "the sanctity of life". It is true that the Canadian Charter of Rights gives us the right of liberty and allowing someone to suffer a terminal illness ca ... or encourage a person to end his life. Some may argue that Section. 241 violates Section 12 of the Charter that protects the citizens from "cruel and unusual punishment". Keeping in mind however that ...

(8 pages) 349 0 4.5 Oct/2002

Subjects: Law & Government Essays > Law > Issues

Why Canada is a great place to live in

're at the verge at World War 3, Canada is the only place to be. Canada is a place of equality, our Charter of Rights and Freedoms prove that quite easily. It is a place where different races from all ... one should be treated equally no matter what race, sex, or class you are in. We even brought in the Charter of Rights and Freedoms to uphold our beliefs. Canada is the perfect place to be if you want ...

(2 pages) 59 0 4.2 Nov/2002

Subjects: Area & Country Studies Essays

The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms.

also consider the best and most prominent part of Canada's dedication to human rights, The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms as an influential part of Canada being such a great place to live.Can ... gs to claim a renewed partnership with the Aboriginals of Canada 9. Chapter Fifteen of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms states that every individual is equal before and under the law and ha ...

(3 pages) 96 2 3.4 Nov/2002

Subjects: History Term Papers > North American History > Canadian History

The injustice of religion in public schools. if our school is supposed to be sectarian, why isnt it?

. In such a varied community as Churchill, should religion have a place in it?In 1982, The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms came into effect. Under section 2 of the Charter, Canadians are free ... n, they are guaranteed freedom of thought, belief and expression. These freedoms are set out in the Charter to ensure that Canadians are free to create and to express their ideas, gather to discuss th ...

(4 pages) 101 0 3.8 Dec/2002

Subjects: Humanities Essays > Religion & Faith

Constitutionalism - Philosophical Essay

5/02It has come to my attention Governor-General Smith, that the recent acquisition of the newfound Charter of Rights and Freedoms for our nation has raised doubt, and questions from both the people, ... eclared invalid by the Supreme Court of Canada because it was deemed in violation of s. 2(a) of the Charter. This case is a clear example of constitutionalism because it showed how the government over ...

(7 pages) 102 0 3.0 Feb/2003

Subjects: Humanities Essays > Philosophy

A comparison of US Bill of Rights and The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms

h consists of a preamble and the first ten amendments to the United States Constitution, 1787 . The Charter of Rights and Freedoms is the first part of the Canadian Constitution Act, 1982 . Both of th ... d to be informed of their constitutional right to an attorney in accordance to Section 10(b) of the charter and SCR R vs. Therens 1985. The judgment reads:"Where a detainee is required to provide evid ...

(8 pages) 109 1 4.0 Feb/2003

Subjects: Law & Government Essays > Civil Rights

Bill of rights vs. Canadian charter.

eamble and the first ten amendments to the United States Constitution, 1787. In Canada there is the Charter of Rights and Freedoms, which is the first part of the Canadian Constitution Act, 1982. Both ... ion, however, that the Bill of Rights is far superior, more significant and efficiently exceeds the Charter of Rights and Freedoms.The Bill of Rights has a long history entangled with that of the Amer ...

(12 pages) 106 0 3.0 Jul/2003

Subjects: Law & Government Essays

Why capital punishment should be reinstated.

demonstrate that Capital punishment violates Canadian citizen's rights in Sections of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, The Canadian Bill of Rights, and the UN Universal Declaration of Hum ... ally unacceptable.Capital punishment violates Canadian citizen's rights in Sections of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, The Canadian Bill of Rights, and the UN Universal Declaration of Hum ...

(9 pages) 151 2 4.5 Jul/2003

Subjects: Law & Government Essays > Law > Issues > Death Penalty

The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms and Fire investigations.

Part BThesis Title:The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms and Fire investigations.IntroductionAs a fire investigator, my job is ... vide painstaking certainty in this business. Because it leaves room for so many technicalities, the Charter affects if not impede the process of the investigation. It also created many more steps in o ... n are harder to manage and are slowed down due to excessive evidence gathering.BackgroundBefore the Charter came into effect, other Canadian laws and legal precedents protected many of the rights and ...

(5 pages) 60 0 4.0 Dec/2003

Subjects: Law & Government Essays > Law > Issues

Same-sex marriage debate. An essay AGAINST same sex marriages.

ment and to be legal would prevent changing a fundamental institution, would prohibit breaching the Charter of Rights and Freedoms, and would prevent unthinkable consequences.Marriage has been around ... ses of society."Secondly, it has been argued that prohibiting homosexuals to marry would breach the Charter of Rights and Freedoms. The Charter was modified in 1981 with the following heading "Whereas ...

(3 pages) 403 1 4.8 Jan/2004

Subjects: Law & Government Essays > Human Rights

Views on Abortion and Alcohol in Different Societies

Canada, which can overrule Parliament, declared that the Criminal Code was not compatible with the Charter of Rights and Freedoms. An action can only be considered criminal if a federal law specifica ... le person would or would likely to endanger (the pregnant woman's) life or health. Section 7 of the Charter says that "Everyone has the right to life, liberty and security of the person and the right ...

(5 pages) 44 0 4.0 Mar/2004

Subjects: Social Science Essays > Controversial Issues

A report on Arranged Marriages, and the controversy surrounding it.

ruth is that arranged marriages are completely legal and practiced in many cultures.In the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, everyone has fundamental freedoms. These freedoms are the basic righ ...

(4 pages) 138 2 4.7 Mar/2004

Subjects: Area & Country Studies Essays

Canada's Meech Lake Accord

the needs of all Canadians. Some were concerned not everyone's rights would be protected under the Charter of Rights and Freedoms. Others had concerns about problems that the constitution did not add ...

(4 pages) 39 0 3.7 May/2004

Subjects: History Term Papers

The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms

The Canadian Charter of Rights and FreedomsCanada's dedication to human rights makes Canada one of the best place ... also consider the best and most prominent part of Canada's dedication to human rights, The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms as an influential part of Canada being such a great place to live. So ... nfluential part of Canada being such a great place to live. Some of the most important point of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms in the country are Equality Rights, Fundamental Freedoms, and Legal R ...

(3 pages) 63 0 3.5 Mar/2005

Subjects: Law & Government Essays

Aboriginal Land Claims Law ISP

Although this act was amended several times, most recently in 1985, and Section 35 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms (Ibid) states that aboriginal rights and treaty rights were recognize ... is to be interpreted in a manner consistent with the Constitution and also makes it clear that the Charter will apply to all activities of Nisga'a Government, including decisions to hire individuals ...

(10 pages) 87 0 4.7 May/2005

Subjects: Law & Government Essays

Should same sex marriages be allowed?

sex marriages have been very controversial since becoming an issue in Canada regarding the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. Several people state that same-sex marriages should be legal, while ... vour of legalizing same-sex marriages in all of Canada due to the violations and infringes upon the Charter of Rights and Freedoms. Problems revolving around same-sex marriages have upset many religio ...

(6 pages) 48 0 5.0 Jul/2005

Subjects: Law & Government Essays

Freedom of Expression? R v. Zundel - In Depth Case Analysis.

ears.Annotations: This section violates the guarantee to freedom of expression under s. 2(b) of the Charter and is of no force and effect.Canadian Charter of Rights and FreedomsGuarantee of Rights and ... e and effect.Canadian Charter of Rights and FreedomsGuarantee of Rights and Freedoms1. The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms guarantees the rights and freedoms set out in it subject only to such ...

(7 pages) 35 0 5.0 Sep/2005

Subjects: Law & Government Essays > Civil Rights

Ontario Education Act.

are some problems with the validity of the Ontario Education Act (O.E.A.), relating to the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms (C.C.R.F.). A couple of rights and freedoms that are in the C.C.R.F. ... you listen, or else." Section 302.5 should be repealed from the O.E.A., because it is shame to the Charter in section 2b) where it clearly states: freedom of thought, belief, opinion, and EXPRESION. ...

(5 pages) 20 0 5.0 Oct/2005

Subjects: Social Science Essays > Education

Same-sex marriages

woman. In order to reflect values of tolerance, respect, and equality consistent with the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, access to marriage for civil purposes should continue to be extended ... law definition of marriage breaches ss.2 (a) - freedom of conscience and religion - of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms in a manner that is not justified in a free and democratic society un ...

(7 pages) 100 1 0.0 Apr/2006

Subjects: Law & Government Essays > Law > Issues