Definition of a Citizen

“To be a citizen means that you were born in and/or have become a resident of a particular country”.

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Definition of Democracy

“ A democracy is a government by the people.”

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The Oath of Citizenship

“ I, (name in full), swear/affirm that I will be faithful and bear true allegiance to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth the Second, Queen of Canada, Her Heirs and Successors, according to law and that I will faithfully observe the laws of Canada, and fulfil my duties as a Canadian citizen.”

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Responsibilities of a citizen

• To be loyal to Canada;• To be loyal to the Queen of Canada

and her representative, the Governor General;

• To respect private and public property;

• To care for Canada’s heritage; and• To support Canada’s ideals.

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Things you could do in your community

Canada DayRemembrance Day

Battle of BritainVolunteer at a hospital or seniors home

Collect food for the food bankVolunteer at a Red Cross blood Donor clinic

Sit in on a municipal council meeting and/or tour your provincial legislature.

Visit a local museumClean up a local park or playground

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