1. Shaping Society Together
Chapter one

2. Getting Started page 2-3
Which society would you like to live in, 1, 2, or 3?
Majority Rule: decisions are determined by 51% or more of the votes recorded
Democracy means:
Citizen participation
Voting in elections
Protection of rights and freedoms
Majority rule
Freedom to disagree
Decisions made by elected representatives
Equality

3. Reflect 1. How does our government reflect democratic principals?
2. In what ways does democracy encourage people to participate in bringing about change?

4. What are Democratic Values? Page 4
Values: Principles about how people should act; standards for what we consider important and just.
Compromise: Decide on a settlement that satisfies all parties
Diversity: respecting people from varied cultures and backgrounds.

5. What Principles Support Democracy?
Justice: fair treatment of individuals and groups
Equity: individuals and groups have the same opportunities in life
Freedoms: People have the right to think and speak as they wish
Representation: Elected representatives act on behalf of citizens

6. How Do Citizens Participate in Democracy?
Demos: “the people”
Cratos: “power” or “government”
Levels of Government:
Federal
Provincial
Local