Rights and Responsibilities of Citizens
Defining the rights and responsibilities of individuals within their local and global communities.
Key Questions
- Differentiate between the rights and responsibilities of a citizen in Canada.
- Explain how responsible citizenship contributes to a harmonious community.
- Critique examples of good and poor citizenship in various scenarios.
Ontario Curriculum Expectations
Suggested Methodologies
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