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What makes you a great citizen?
Conduct a classroom discussion on aspects of good citizenship, such as: obeying rules and laws, helping others, voting in elections, telling an adult if someone is a danger to themselves or others, and being responsible for your own actions and how they affect others. No one is born a good citizen.
What are the three most important responsibilities of being a Canadian citizen?
These include:
- Obeying the law — One of Canada’s founding principles is the rule of law.
- Taking responsibility for oneself and one’s family — Getting a job, taking care of one’s family and working hard in keeping with one’s abilities are important Canadian values.
What defines a Canadian citizen?
In general a person is a Canadian citizen if: They were born in Canada. They were born outside Canada and one of their parents (legal parent at birth or biological parent) was either born in Canada or naturalized in Canada before they were born.
What are 7 qualities of a good citizen?
7 Characteristics of a Good Citizen
- Care. Citizens should be concerned about the good of their fellow citizens.
- Be involved. If a democracy is going to function, we have to remember that it’s a country run by We the People.
- Be informed.
- Be educated.
- Disagree.
- Belong without assimilating.
- Give back.
How would you describe yourself as a citizen?
Embraces core democratic values and strives to live by them. Accepts responsibility for the well-being of oneself, one’s family, and the community. Has knowledge of the people, history, and traditions that have shaped our local communities, our nation, and the world.
What is the role of a Canadian citizen?
As a Canadian citizen, you also have responsibilities: To respect the rights and freedoms of others. To obey Canada’s laws. To respect Canada’s 2 official languages and multicultural heritage.
Are babies born in Canada citizens?
A child born in Canada is a Canadian citizen and is entitled to: Live in Canada or travel to Canada at any time without a visa. Receive free health care benefits, education and social benefits.