Author: Clint Curtis

Freedom of religion in Canada is protected by the Canadian Charter of Human Rights and Freedoms and the Canadian Human Rights Act. Government laws cannot restrict your religious freedom unless they infringe on other rights and values in Canada, for example, the right to equality. Does Canada protect freedom of religion? The Canadian Human Rights […]

Ideally, it is best to go after completing your Class 12th as you will be able to get abreast with the Canadian Education System and lifestyle at a young age. Moreover, getting further admission for higher studies will be easier once you have already received a Canadian Education at your bachelor’s level. Is it worth […]

Key drivers of air pollution The growth in Canada’s population and economy increases the demand for the production and delivery of goods and services, transportation and housing. Most of the energy used to meet this demand still comes from fossil fuels, which impacts the quality of the air we breathe. What is the biggest pollution […]

Canada is an important destination for Egyptian immigrants, and there are approximately 100,000 people of Egyptian origin in Canada, forming vibrant communities across the country. Where do most Egyptians live in Canada? Most Egyptian Canadians are concentrated in Toronto, Montreal and Vancouver. Can an Egyptian live in Canada? There are presently approximately 73,250 Egyptians in […]

Human rights are the rights to which persons are inherently entitled to because they are human beings. Human rights describe how we instinctively expect to be treated as persons. They define what we are all entitled to – a life of equality, dignity and respect, to live free from discrimination and harassment. What are examples […]

A Canadian court has reversed the ban on niqabs or face veils worn by women taking Canadian citizenship oaths. The ban on the niqab was introduced in 2011 and had attracted much controversy with critics calling it « unlawful » as it restricted one’s freedom of religion and was against Canadian values. Does Canada allow […]

A refugee is a person who has fled their own country because they are at risk of serious human rights violations and persecution there, unable to return, and are in need of protection. What qualifies as a refugee in Canada? This definition is used in Canadian law and is widely accepted internationally. To meet the […]