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Citizen | A person who contributes to the society in which he or she lives; the person born in the country or may apply if he or she moves into the country from another country |
issues | Concerns or problems that affect a community |
opinion | What someone believes, but cannot be proved to be right or wrong |
Fact | A statement that can be proven to be true. |
Society | People who share the same government and the same rules and laws. |
Injustice | An action that is not fair |
Services | Examples may include: schools, hospitals, libraries and police. |
Diversity | Respecting people from various cultures and backgrounds |
Freedom | People have the right to think and speak as they wish |
Justice | Fair treatment of individuals and groups |
Values | Principles about how people should act, or standards we consider important and just |
Provincial Government | Government that is elected by the people of a province |
Equity | Individuals and groups have the same opportunities in life |
Majority Rule | Decisions are determined by 51 percent or more votes |
Compromise | To decide on a settlement that satisfies all parties |
Representation | Elected representatives act on behalf of citizens |
Federal Government | Level of government responsible for matters that concern the whole country |
Constitution | The supreme or most important law of the land |
Local Government | Governments elected in cities, towns, villages, reserves and other settlements, and other local areas across Canada |