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The Canadian Human Rights Act
Contributed by: Cresswell
  • 1. Which entity is responsible for enforcing the Canadian Human Rights Act?
A) The Parliament of Canada.
B) The Federal Court of Canada.
C) The Supreme Court of Canada.
D) The Canadian Human Rights Commission.
  • 2. What year was the Canadian Human Rights Act enacted?
A) 1977
B) 1990
C) 1982
D) 1965
  • 3. What happens after a complaint is filed with the Canadian Human Rights Commission?
A) The Commission investigates the complaint.
B) The complaint is immediately taken to court.
C) The individual must resolve it themselves.
D) The complaint is dismissed without review.
  • 4. What must a complainant prove to succeed in their claim?
A) That they are a member of a minority group.
B) That they experienced discrimination based on a prohibited ground.
C) That the accused is a government employee.
D) That there was intent to discriminate.
  • 5. Which of the following rights is explicitly protected under the Act?
A) The right to own property.
B) The right to free healthcare.
C) The right to equal employment opportunities.
D) The right to vote for everyone.
  • 6. What is meant by 'reasonable accommodation' under the Act?
A) Physical modifications to buildings.
B) Adjustments made to ensure equal access for individuals with disabilities.
C) Social service programs.
D) Financial support for education.
  • 7. Is retaliation against individuals who file complaints allowed under the Act?
A) Yes, if it’s deemed frivolous.
B) Yes, if the complaint is found to be unmerited.
C) No, retaliation is prohibited.
D) No, unless the complainant loses the case.
  • 8. Which of the following acts is part of the broader Canadian human rights framework?
A) The Charter of Rights and Freedoms.
B) The Criminal Code of Canada.
C) The Immigration and Refugee Protection Act.
D) The Indian Act.
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