Study topic
The fundamental freedoms
The Charter guarantees four fundamental freedoms. These core liberties are frequently tested and easy to remember as a group.
Key facts to remember
- ◆ Freedom of conscience and religion.
- ◆ Freedom of thought, belief, opinion and expression, including freedom of the press.
- ◆ Freedom of peaceful assembly.
- ◆ Freedom of association.
- ◆ These freedoms protect individuals in a free and democratic society.