PPAS 3136 Midterm: POLS 3136 Midterm (2).docx

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#1) identify and elaborate on the pre-charter safeguards of civil liberties. Mechanisms of protecting civil liberties: written constitution and constitutional convention (unwritten rules) Democratic character of canada the democratic character of canada"s political institutions, supported by long traditions of free elections, opposition parties and a free press. Democracy is the most important safeguard of civil liberties as it weak out any charter issues because the society needs to respect freedom of expression, assembly, association etc. Canadian political culture more tolerant to diversity (cultural, political, religion) protects individuals. Independence of the judiciary is secured partly by constitutional provisions and partly conventions (unwritten into the charter but supported by long traditions). This is political tradition stretches back to beginning of 18th century. This supports the tradition of independence of the legal profession. This ensures individual with a legal case can obtain legal representation whether the cause is opposed by the government, wealthy, or majority.

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