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Rights and Responsibilities › Rights and Freedoms
What does freedom of conscience and religion mean in Canada?
- Religion is a private matter and cannot be discussed publicly
- Canadians are free to follow the religion of their choice or no religion at all, without government interference
- Everyone must practice a recognised religion
- The government may not fund any religious organisations
Why this is the correct answer
Freedom of conscience and religion is one of the fundamental freedoms protected by the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. Canadians may worship as they choose, convert to a different faith, or follow no religion at all, without any interference from the government.