Social Studies Flashcard Review

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Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms

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Document entrenched in the Constitutional Act, 1982 that lists and describes the fundamental rights and freedoms guaranteed to Canadians.

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collective identity

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Sense of belonging to a community or group, established and strengthened through common characteristics and interests. For example, being Canadian is a collective identity.

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consensus

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decision making strategy where everyone agrees and where all voices have equal power.

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democracy

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Political system in which citizens have a voice in decision making

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electorate

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Group of qualified voters.

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equity

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The state or quality of being just and impartial, respecting individual and collective rights.

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fairness

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Justice; equity; the state of being consistent with rules, logic or ethics.

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justice

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Upholding just, fair and equitable treatment, and providing due reward in accordance with honour, standards or law.

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Our local government area

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Edmonton

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MLA

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Elected member of the legislative assembly, representing a specific constituency within the province.