Author: Muriel Schmidt

Is Death Row Illegal In Canada?

Canada’s last hangings were carried out in December 1962, although the de jure abolition of the death penalty did not come until 1976. Why don’t we have the death penalty in Canada? To them I say the death penalty is a deterrent.” The debate would last two months. On July 14, 1976, by a free […]

Are Headlights Always On In Canada?

World first: Canada mandates automatic headlights, blacked out dash displays when not in use. Canada is leading the automotive world with a regulation that mandates automatic headlights – and blacks out instrument displays when headlights are not in use. Does Canada requires headlights to be on during the daytime? Starting in September 2021, all new […]

Are U-Turns Legal In Bc Canada?

British Columbia prohibits U-turns under the Motor Vehicle Act, Section 168, making U-turns illegal under the following circumstances: If the U-turn interferes with other traffic. In a curve. At the crest of a hill. Are you allowed to do U-turns in BC? U-turns are forbidden in a business district unless the turn is made at […]

What Is Considered Tax Evasion In Canada?

When an individual or business intentionally doesn’t comply with Canada’s tax laws with actions such as falsifying records and claims, hiding income, or inflating expenses, it’s tax evasion. What qualifies as tax evasion? Definition. Tax evasion is the illegal non-payment or under-payment of taxes, usually by deliberately making a false declaration or no declaration to […]

Are There Equal Rights In Canada?

The act states that, “all Canadians have the right to equality, equal opportunity, fair treatment, and an environment free of discrimination on the basis of sex, sexual orientation, marital status and family status.” What are equal rights in Canada? 15. (1) Every individual is equal before and under the law and has the right to […]

Who Regulates Water Quality In Canada?

Health Canada’s Water and Air Quality Bureau plays a leadership role in science and research. Its mandate and expertise lies in protecting the health of all Canadians by developing the Guidelines for Canadian Drinking Water Quality in partnership with the provinces, territories and other federal departments. How is water regulated in Canada? While the federal […]