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Contents >>

Introduction
Chapter 1 >>

This chapter provides an overall introduction to the subject of citizenship. It can stand alone as a general review of the subject if you have time for only one chapter and activities, but it is meant to provide a basic background for the more detailed chapters that follow.

Values In Canada's Democracy
Chapter 2 >>

This chapter highlights the ideas and values that have been most important to the development of Canadian society.

A Practical View of Canada's Political System
Chapter 3 >>

Chapter 3 looks at the structure of the political system in Canada, and gives people a chance to become familiar with the different players in that system.

Protecting Your Rights
Chapter 4 >>

This chapter focuses on how to protect our rights by introducing relevant laws, agencies, and prodedures and setting strategies to solve some of the problems citizens face in their daily lives.

Making the Democratic Process Work for You Chapter 5 >>

This chapter is the heart of both The Citizenship Handbook. Its focus is participation, and how citizens can become involved in supporting community issues they think are important.

Dealing With Government Agencies
Chapter 6 >>

This chapter focuses on how to deal with government agencies and, like chapter 4, includes information on relevant laws, agencies and procedures.

Conclusion/Free legal services in British Columbia
Chapter 7 >>