A Look at the Right to Peaceful Assembly and the Freedom Convoy Protest

Advertisement

Originally published in TEACH Magazine, 40 Years of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms Special Issue, 2022

By Deidre Olsen

Since 1982, the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms has served as a beacon for other nations to emulate, with some drawing on it to create or revise their own constitutions. At present, however, there are widespread misunderstandings of how the Charter works.

The drastic consequence of these misunderstandings was exemplified through a contentious protest: the “Freedom Convoy” of 2022. In this article, we’ll take a look at the rights and freedoms of people involved in the protest; why certain groups felt their rights were being infringed upon, why others believed they had absolute freedom, and what the Charter actually guarantees.

Subscribe to Keep Reading

🔑 You’re one step away from unlocking premium content.
Subscribe now for just $15.99/year and get full access!
If you’re already subscribed, please .

Deidre Olsen is a Canadian, award-nominated writer based in Berlin.

Education News

Reading Engagement Insights Added to Beanstack’s AI-Powered Benny

Beanstack expands its responsible use of AI to measure students’ positive experience with reading.

National Principals of the Year Announced

The National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP) have named the 2025–26 National Principals of the Year.

Is Your Child’s Literacy on Vacation? How Parents Can Beat the Summer Slide

Did you know students can lose up to two months of learning progress over summer break? Here's how to tackle the “summer slide” and keep kids engaged.

Nominations Open for Heroes of the Classroom Teacher Recognition Program

Nominations are accepted through August 3. Ten finalists will advance to a public vote for the chance to win the Grand Prize—valued at approximately $16,000 in cash and prizes.

Join Our Newsletter

Get 10% off a subscription, monthly giveaways, and the latest updates—straight to your inbox!

Deidre Olsen
Deidre Olsen
Deidre Olsen is a Canadian, award-nominated writer based in Berlin.

Advertisement

Read More

Reading Engagement Insights Added to Beanstack’s AI-Powered Benny

Beanstack expands its responsible use of AI to measure students’ positive experience with reading.

National Principals of the Year Announced

The National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP) have named the 2025–26 National Principals of the Year.

Guardians of the Coast: Building Kids’ Confidence Through Art

I was recently involved with an art exhibition in the Thanet District of Kent, England, that helped students see themselves as artists, advocates, and changemakers.

Is Your Child’s Literacy on Vacation? How Parents Can Beat the Summer Slide

Did you know students can lose up to two months of learning progress over summer break? Here's how to tackle the “summer slide” and keep kids engaged.

The Power of Music and Melody: Using Songs to Engage Young Learners

By harnessing the power of music, teachers can create a lively and dynamic atmosphere that also improves concentration, focus, and retention.

Nominations Open for Heroes of the Classroom Teacher Recognition Program

Nominations are accepted through August 3. Ten finalists will advance to a public vote for the chance to win the Grand Prize—valued at approximately $16,000 in cash and prizes.
casino golden stone | hatano | gambling slots | bet online slots | blackjack fun casino | paradise casino las vegas | soi keo barca | venus bị bắt | xsmb 2 số cuối giải đặc biệt | poker star casino online | casino hải phòng | rosenborg slot copenhagen | motels in cherokee nc near casino | uk casino | nirvana slot | new pay by mobile casino | hoom | penthouses cuộc chiến thượng lưu tập 7 | hạnh phúc nhỏ của anh thuyết minh | cherry casino playing cards v1 | tipico casino | ongame 222 | xoso66 | thống kê tổng | tai zalo ve dien thoai | p3 casino | phatloc | quay slot rong vang | cô vợ bắt buộc tập 11 | elements slot | gnome wood slot | cô dâu gán nợ tập 1 | booking time slots online | vnrom bypass | borgata hotel casino & spa atlantic city | spider slot | hon dah casino | crank and slotted link | đề về 02 hôm sau đánh con gì | xổ số đà lạt 17 tháng 04 | kinh nghiệm chơi slot | progressive slot games | rebuy stars casino | ket qua 3d | thrills casino review | lotsa slots | laptop888 | casino kubet | free casino slots with bonus | fifa mobile nhật bản | lo vip |