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Question 1 of 60
1. Question
According to the text, an intellectual asset is:Industry Canada CIPO: Intellectual Property (adapted text)Intellectual assets are anything related to an idea which has a commercial value similar to a tangible asset. These could range from inventions, new technologies, brands, original software, novel designs, unique processes etc. A strategic use of intellectual assets is crucial to running a business in today’s knowledge economy. These intangible assets, if they have been well protected, can give your business a competitive advantage over other businesses in the market.
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Question 2 of 60
2. Question
According to the text, the Stewardship Program:Environment Canada
Habitat Stewardship Program for Species at Risk (adapted text)The main goal of the Habitat Stewardship Program is to protect Habitat and to contribute to the recovery of species at risk. The voluntary actions Canadians take to care for the environment range from directly conserving wild species and their habitats to mitigating human impact on habitats. Ongoing stewardship programs of the HSP include: installing nest boxes; monitoring marine populations; developing selective fishing methods; and, sponsoring community-based projects. Partnerships are key to making stewardship a successful conservation tool in Canada. Federal and provincial governments, non-governmental organizations, resource users, Aboriginal organizations, fishers and educational institutions have been partners in protecting species and in supporting their recovery. For every $1.00 provided by the HSP, at least $1.00 is raised by project recipients.
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Question 3 of 60
3. Question
According to the text:Museum of Science and Technology
Virtual Voyages (adapted text)The Canada in Space exhibition houses a Virtual Voyages Simulator with which you can take two astonishing voyages. You can either join a dangerous mission to save a Martian colony or travel faster than a bullet on a collision course with an earth-threatening comet. Passengers are briefed and then board one of two simulators, each equipped with six seats. The simulator pods are each propelled by six electric actuators which are controlled in turn by specialized software. The films are then projected onto a 9.1 meters by 4.3 meters screen for the virtual travelers to enjoy.
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Question 4 of 60
4. Question
According to the text, the Federal Government :ESDC.gc.ca
Coop programs in the Public Service (adapted text)The Federal Government encourages university students to engage in valuable learning assignments available in the civil service thereby bridging the distance between academia and practical work experience. Although students are not to be used as a cheap labor alternative, they are designated as « coop » or « trainee » workers who do not receive the same rights and benefits as employees. The Public Service supports learning assignments for foreign post-secondary students who are legally entitled to work in Canada when mutual arrangements exist for Canadian students in the foreign student’s country. International students must not take precedence over Canadian students. Furthermore, international students can only work for the equivalent of twelve months of full time work.
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Question 5 of 60
5. Question
According to the text, The Brick:ESDC.gc.ca
Worksharing (adapted text)The Brick has been a leading retailer of home furnishings, bedding, appliances and electronics in Canada for over 37 years. The company employs over 5,000 people at over 200 locations including franchises, superstores, clearance centers and United Furniture Warehouse outlets. Due to the Work-Sharing Program, the company did not lay off any staff in their distribution center. The W-S Program allowed qualified, core employees to collect EI benefits while they worked a reduced work week. The Brick’s agreement started on June 28, 2009 and finished on June 26, 2010. Using this alternative measure, The Brick did not have to cut their work force and helped keep 300 of their valuable staff for a future increase in business. The Federal Government temporarily increased flexibility in the qualifying criteria for the W-S Program and streamlined processes for employers.The Budget of 2010 extended the program by 26 weeks to a maximum of 78 weeks. Both enhancements remained in effect until April 2, 2011. As a result, more Canadians could keep working while businesses experienced a temporary slowdown and then a subsequent recovery.
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Question 6 of 60
6. Question
According to the text, the word « mitigate » means:Environment Canada
Habitat Stewardship Program for Species at Risk (adapted text)The main goal of the Habitat Stewardship Program is to protect Habitat and to contribute to the recovery of species at risk. The voluntary actions Canadians take to care for the environment range from directly conserving wild species and their habitats to mitigating human impact on habitats. Ongoing stewardship programs of the HSP include: installing nest boxes; monitoring marine populations; developing selective fishing methods; and, sponsoring community-based projects. Partnerships are key to making stewardship a successful conservation tool in Canada. Federal and provincial governments, non-governmental organizations, resource users, Aboriginal organizations, fishers and educational institutions have been partners in protecting species and in supporting their recovery. For every $1.00 provided by the HSP, at least $1.00 is raised by project recipients.
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Question 7 of 60
7. Question
According to the text, the number of passengers per simulated voyage is:Museum of Science and Technology
Virtual Voyages (adapted text)The Canada in Space exhibition houses a Virtual Voyages Simulator with which you can take two astonishing voyages. You can either join a dangerous mission to save a Martian colony or travel faster than a bullet on a collision course with an earth-threatening comet. Passengers are briefed and then board one of two simulators, each equipped with six seats. The simulator pods are each propelled by six electric actuators which are controlled in turn by specialized software. The films are then projected onto a 9.1 meters by 4.3 meters screen for the virtual travelers to enjoy.
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Question 8 of 60
8. Question
According to the text, the word « precedence » means:ESDC.gc.ca
Coop programs in the Public Service (adapted text)The Federal Government encourages university students to engage in valuable learning assignments available in the civil service thereby bridging the distance between academia and practical work experience. Although students are not to be used as a cheap labor alternative, they are designated as « coop » or « trainee » workers who do not receive the same rights and benefits as employees. The Public Service supports learning assignments for foreign post-secondary students who are legally entitled to work in Canada when mutual arrangements exist for Canadian students in the foreign student’s country. International students must not take precedence over Canadian students. Furthermore, international students can only work for the equivalent of twelve months of full time work.
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Question 9 of 60
9. Question
According to the text, « steamline » means:ESDC.gc.ca
Worksharing (adapted text)The Brick has been a leading retailer of home furnishings, bedding, appliances and electronics in Canada for over 37 years. The company employs over 5,000 people at over 200 locations including franchises, superstores, clearance centers and United Furniture Warehouse outlets. Due to the Work-Sharing Program, the company did not lay off any staff in their distribution center. The W-S Program allowed qualified, core employees to collect EI benefits while they worked a reduced work week. The Brick’s agreement started on June 28, 2009 and finished on June 26, 2010. Using this alternative measure, The Brick did not have to cut their work force and helped keep 300 of their valuable staff for a future increase in business. The Federal Government temporarily increased flexibility in the qualifying criteria for the W-S Program and streamlined processes for employers.The Budget of 2010 extended the program by 26 weeks to a maximum of 78 weeks. Both enhancements remained in effect until April 2, 2011. As a result, more Canadians could keep working while businesses experienced a temporary slowdown and then a subsequent recovery.
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Question 10 of 60
10. Question
According to the text, « leveraging » means:Environment Canada
Habitat Stewardship Program for Species at Risk (adapted text)The main goal of the Habitat Stewardship Program is to protect Habitat and to contribute to the recovery of species at risk. The voluntary actions Canadians take to care for the environment range from directly conserving wild species and their habitats to mitigating human impact on habitats. Ongoing stewardship programs of the HSP include: installing nest boxes; monitoring marine populations; developing selective fishing methods; and, sponsoring community-based projects. Partnerships are key to making stewardship a successful conservation tool in Canada. Federal and provincial governments, non-governmental organizations, resource users, Aboriginal organizations, fishers and educational institutions have been partners in protecting species and in supporting their recovery. For every $1.00 provided by the HSP, at least $1.00 is raised by project recipients.
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Question 11 of 60
11. Question
According to the text:Canadian Heritage
ExchangesCanada.gc.caExchanges Canada is a Government of Canada program that allows Canadian youth to interact and to experience the diverse nature of Canadian communities, languages and cultures. The exchanges and forums offered by the program gives youth, parents, guardians and teachers access to information which facilitates this kind of interaction. Additionally, a reference list is available to refer organizers to non-funded opportunities for youth. Exchanges Canada celebrates diversity and encourages participants from all walks of life such as visible minorities, Aboriginals and those with special needs to apply.
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Question 12 of 60
12. Question
According to the text, which of the following statements is true?National Energy Board (adapted text)The National Energy Board is an independent federal agency established in 1959. The NEB has quasi- judicial powers, with the the rights and privileges of a superior court, according to the NEB Act. Its decisions are enforceable by law. The NEB does not create or debate federal energy policy. This is the mandate of the Parliament of Canada and elected officials. The sole participatory role of the board is to provide Parliament with an expert opinion on energy matters.
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Question 13 of 60
13. Question
According to the text, « discretion » means:Justice.gc.ca
Constitution Act, 1867
Royal Assent to Bills (modified text)Where a Bill passed by the Houses of Parliament is presented to the Governor General for the Queen’s assent, he shall declare, according to his discretion, but subject to the provisions of this Act and to Her Majesty’s instructions, either that he assents thereto in the Queen’s name, or that he withholds the Queen’s assent, or that he reserves the Bill for the signification of the Queen’s pleasure.
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Question 14 of 60
14. Question
According to the text, species at risk require stakeholders’ collaboration in the form of partnerships which:Environment Canada
Habitat Stewardship Program for Species at Risk (adapted text)The main goal of the Habitat Stewardship Program is to protect Habitat and to contribute to the recovery of species at risk. The voluntary actions Canadians take to care for the environment range from directly conserving wild species and their habitats to mitigating human impact on habitats. Ongoing stewardship programs of the HSP include: installing nest boxes; monitoring marine populations; developing selective fishing methods; and, sponsoring community-based projects. Partnerships are key to making stewardship a successful conservation tool in Canada. Federal and provincial governments, non-governmental organizations, resource users, Aboriginal organizations, fishers and educational institutions have been partners in protecting species and in supporting their recovery. For every $1.00 provided by the HSP, at least $1.00 is raised by project recipients.
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Question 15 of 60
15. Question
According to the text, the word « forum » means:Canadian Heritage
ExchangesCanada.gc.caExchanges Canada is a Government of Canada program that allows Canadian youth to interact and to experience the diverse nature of Canadian communities, languages and cultures. The exchanges and forums offered by the program gives youth, parents, guardians and teachers access to information which facilitates this kind of interaction. Additionally, a reference list is available to refer organizers to non-funded opportunities for youth. Exchanges Canada celebrates diversity and encourages participants from all walks of life such as visible minorities, Aboriginals and those with special needs to apply.
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Question 16 of 60
16. Question
According to the text, which statement is true?National Resources Canada (adapted text)Space Weather is a collection of physical processes, beginning at the sun and consequently affecting human activities on earth and in space. The sun emits energy such as radio waves, infrared light and plasma streams. The particles travel outwards as the solar wind, carrying parts
of the sun’s magnetic field with them. The radiation and particles interact with the earth’s geomagnetic field and atmosphere in complex ways which can affect a number of technologies such as satellites, powerlines, pipelines and GPS navigation systems.
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Question 17 of 60
17. Question
According to the text, « subject to » means:Justice.gc.ca
Constitution Act, 1867
Royal Assent to Bills (modified text)Where a Bill passed by the Houses of Parliament is presented to the Governor General for the Queen’s assent, he shall declare, according to his discretion, but subject to the provisions of this Act and to Her Majesty’s instructions, either that he assents thereto in the Queen’s name, or that he withholds the Queen’s assent, or that he reserves the Bill for the signification of the Queen’s pleasure.
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Question 18 of 60
18. Question
In the context of the ITS definition, « attribute » means:Ministry of Transport Ontario
Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) (adapted text)ITS is an abbreviation for Intelligent Transportation Systems. The term ITS is used in two contexts. When used in plural, the most commonly used form, ITS refers to the rapidly emerging transportation products, services and systems which are based on advanced technologies such as computers, communications and electronics. These technologies are called ” intelligent” because their core functions are based on attributes normally associated with intelligence: sensory capability, memory, communicative ability, information processing and adaptability. When used in the singular form, ITS refers to the currently evolving Intelligent Transportation System which integrates all modes of existing transportation systems that move people and goods; and, includes the rapidly emerging intelligent transport subsystems, products and services. Both technological and institutional integration occur in this form of ITS.
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Question 19 of 60
19. Question
According to the text, the word « interact » means:Canadian Heritage
ExchangesCanada.gc.caExchanges Canada is a Government of Canada program that allows Canadian youth to interact and to experience the diverse nature of Canadian communities, languages and cultures. The exchanges and forums offered by the program gives youth, parents, guardians and teachers access to information which facilitates this kind of interaction. Additionally, a reference list is available to refer organizers to non-funded opportunities for youth. Exchanges Canada celebrates diversity and encourages participants from all walks of life such as visible minorities, Aboriginals and those with special needs to apply.
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Question 20 of 60
20. Question
According to the text, the word « bogus » means:Travel.gc.ca
Cyber Safety Travelling (adapted text)Cyber-based threats can increase when travelling; devices can be compromised or stolen. Wireless (Wi-fi) access points at coffee shops, hotels and airports are highly unsecured networks and are accessible to everyone. Identity theft can occur when seemingly trustworthy access points expose a traveler to a bogus network. Firstly, shared or public computers can contain « Keylogger », a malware family which can be used to steal personal information. These are covert software applications or physical devices attached to computers which capture any information entered into the device. Secondly, be vigilant if allowing users or applications to access your devices via Bluetooth. Some devices allow automatic connection, which means that other Bluetooth network devices can connect to your device without authorization. Disconnect your Bluetooth network while travelling to avoid unauthorized connections. Finally, be sure to update your antivirus protection and install a firewall on tablets and laptops. Never connect an unknown USB flashdrive to your USB, tablet or laptop. Any device such as a cellphone which connects to a USB port can contain malicious software that can read your storage media or drives.
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Question 21 of 60
21. Question
According to the text, « at Her pleasure » means:Justice.gc.ca
Constitution Act, 1867
Royal Assent to Bills (modified text)Where a Bill passed by the Houses of Parliament is presented to the Governor General for the Queen’s assent, he shall declare, according to his discretion, but subject to the provisions of this Act and to Her Majesty’s instructions, either that he assents thereto in the Queen’s name, or that he withholds the Queen’s assent, or that he reserves the Bill for the signification of the Queen’s pleasure.
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Question 22 of 60
22. Question
According to the text, ITS affects real transportation services such as:Ministry of Transport Ontario
Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) (adapted text)ITS is an abbreviation for Intelligent Transportation Systems. The term ITS is used in two contexts. When used in plural, the most commonly used form, ITS refers to the rapidly emerging transportation products, services and systems which are based on advanced technologies such as computers, communications and electronics. These technologies are called ” intelligent” because their core functions are based on attributes normally associated with intelligence: sensory capability, memory, communicative ability, information processing and adaptability. When used in the singular form, ITS refers to the currently evolving Intelligent Transportation System which integrates all modes of existing transportation systems that move people and goods; and, includes the rapidly emerging intelligent transport subsystems, products and services. Both technological and institutional integration occur in this form of ITS.
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Question 23 of 60
23. Question
According to the text, the Roadmap for Official Languages:Official Languages Secretariat
Roadmap for Canada’s Official Languages 2013-2018: Education, Immigration, Communities. (adapted text)Context:
The Roadmap for Canada’s Languages 2013-2018: Education, Immigration, Communities, follows the Roadmap for Canada’s Linguistic Duality 2008-2013, which ended on March 31, 2013. It continues the Government of Canada’s commitment to promote official languages and improve the vibrancy of official language communities in three priority sectors: education, immigration, and communities. -
Question 24 of 60
24. Question
According to the text, the word « malware », probably means:Travel.gc.ca
Cyber Safety Travelling (adapted text)Cyber-based threats can increase when travelling; devices can be compromised or stolen. Wireless (Wi-fi) access points at coffee shops, hotels and airports are highly unsecured networks and are accessible to everyone. Identity theft can occur when seemingly trustworthy access points expose a traveler to a bogus network. Firstly, shared or public computers can contain « Keylogger », a malware family which can be used to steal personal information. These are covert software applications or physical devices attached to computers which capture any information entered into the device. Secondly, be vigilant if allowing users or applications to access your devices via Bluetooth. Some devices allow automatic connection, which means that other Bluetooth network devices can connect to your device without authorization. Disconnect your Bluetooth network while travelling to avoid unauthorized connections. Finally, be sure to update your antivirus protection and install a firewall on tablets and laptops. Never connect an unknown USB flashdrive to your USB, tablet or laptop. Any device such as a cellphone which connects to a USB port can contain malicious software that can read your storage media or drives.
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Question 25 of 60
25. Question
According to the text, the Governor General cannot act upon his discretion:Justice.gc.ca
Constitution Act, 1867
Royal Assent to Bills (modified text)Where a Bill passed by the Houses of Parliament is presented to the Governor General for the Queen’s assent, he shall declare, according to his discretion, but subject to the provisions of this Act and to Her Majesty’s instructions, either that he assents thereto in the Queen’s name, or that he withholds the Queen’s assent, or that he reserves the Bill for the signification of the Queen’s pleasure.
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Question 26 of 60
26. Question
According to the text, bank notes:Bank of Canada Brochure (adapted text)Polymer bank notes are printed on polymers, a smooth, durable film. Secure, durable and innovative, these bills diverge from paper bank notes in Canadian currency.
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Question 27 of 60
27. Question
According to the text, the Portal probably:Language Portal of Canada (adapted text)The Language Portal of Canada is a web site that showcases Canadian expertise in the area of language. It informs readers about Canadian resources that deal with different aspects of language.
It offers:
– free access to language tools online
– articles, word games, writing tips and exercises
– links to language sites
– Canadian writing tools and content
– information in English, French and Aboriginal languages
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Question 28 of 60
28. Question
According to the text:Travel.gc.ca
Cyber Safety Travelling (adapted text)Cyber-based threats can increase when travelling; devices can be compromised or stolen. Wireless (Wi-fi) access points at coffee shops, hotels and airports are highly unsecured networks and are accessible to everyone. Identity theft can occur when seemingly trustworthy access points expose a traveler to a bogus network. Firstly, shared or public computers can contain « Keylogger », a malware family which can be used to steal personal information. These are covert software applications or physical devices attached to computers which capture any information entered into the device. Secondly, be vigilant if allowing users or applications to access your devices via Bluetooth. Some devices allow automatic connection, which means that other Bluetooth network devices can connect to your device without authorization. Disconnect your Bluetooth network while travelling to avoid unauthorized connections. Finally, be sure to update your antivirus protection and install a firewall on tablets and laptops. Never connect an unknown USB flashdrive to your USB, tablet or laptop. Any device such as a cellphone which connects to a USB port can contain malicious software that can read your storage media or drives.
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Question 29 of 60
29. Question
According to the text, a Sentencing Circle:Justice.gc.ca
Canada’s Court System
Sentencing Circles (modified text)Sentencing Circles are a result of a new approach in the Canadian legal system. They were pioneered in the Yukon Territorial Court in the early 1990s and are now used at the provincial and territorial level involving Aboriginal offenders and victims. Sentencing Circles offer the judge a valuable means of advice and counsel. In this way, they are part of the court process if not a court in and of themselves. The Sentencing Circle invites the guilty offender, the victim and their families, members of the community and community elders to join in a circle with the judge, prosecutor, defense counsel, police and social service providers to discuss the offense, case history and sentencing options. Everyone is given the chance to speak. Often the outcome is a restorative community sentence involving restitution to the victim, community service, and/or treatment or counselling. Some circle members will hold the the offender accountable and may offer the victim support. Significantly, the judge is not obliged to accept the circle’s recommendations.
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Question 30 of 60
30. Question
According to the text, the number of seniors in Ontario will:Seniors.gc.ca
Action Plan: The Imperative of an Aging Society (adapted text)Several imperatives necessitated this provincial action plan. Primarily, one of the assumptions derived from our Charter of Rights maintains that all citizens are entitled to be treated with dignity and respect. We must never forget what we owe to those who helped build this province. Secondly, the combination of demographics and fiscal reality necessitates action. Our population is aging rapidly. Over the next twenty years, Ontario will experience a huge demographic shift. The number of seniors in Ontario will increase from 1.9 million to 4.1 million by 2036. The oldest age groups in Ontario are increasing faster than any others. The 75- year-plus group is projected to increase by 144% by 2036. The 90- year-plus group will triple in size. Consideration must be given to urban design, transportation and how they are delivered. In addition, the provision of services and programs must be reexamined. The effects on our society will be profound.
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Question 31 of 60
31. Question
According to he text, « My Termium » probably:Public Works and Government Services Canada
Translation Bureau
My Termium (adapted text)« My Termium » is a personalized account one can create through « The Gateway to English » program. Customizing « My Termium » is simple. In just a few minutes you can create the interface you prefer. This page will let you build your own interface to suit your needs and to access «Termium Plus », the federal government’s terminology and linguistic databanks.
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Question 32 of 60
32. Question
According to the text, the word « slated » means:Department of Foreign Affairs (adapted text)On May 1, 2014, Microsoft announced plans to open a new training and development center in Vancouver, B.C. This center will significantly expand the company’s investment in Canada. The new ” Microsoft Excellence Center” (MCEC) is slated to open by late 2015 and will be located in the Pacific Center in the heart of central Vancouver. Microsoft’s new investment will be at least $90 million annually, resulting in more than $181.4 million per year in direct, indirect and induced economic growth as well as new job opportunities and knowledge transfer to B.C. and Canadians.
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Question 33 of 60
33. Question
According to the text, Sentencing Circles:Justice.gc.ca
Canada’s Court System
Sentencing Circles (modified text)Sentencing Circles are a result of a new approach in the Canadian legal system. They were pioneered in the Yukon Territorial Court in the early 1990s and are now used at the provincial and territorial level involving Aboriginal offenders and victims. Sentencing Circles offer the judge a valuable means of advice and counsel. In this way, they are part of the court process if not a court in and of themselves. The Sentencing Circle invites the guilty offender, the victim and their families, members of the community and community elders to join in a circle with the judge, prosecutor, defense counsel, police and social service providers to discuss the offense, case history and sentencing options. Everyone is given the chance to speak. Often the outcome is a restorative community sentence involving restitution to the victim, community service, and/or treatment or counselling. Some circle members will hold the the offender accountable and may offer the victim support. Significantly, the judge is not obliged to accept the circle’s recommendations.
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Question 34 of 60
34. Question
In the context of the memo, « profound » means:Seniors.gc.ca
Action Plan: The Imperative of an Aging Society (adapted text)Several imperatives necessitated this provincial action plan. Primarily, one of the assumptions derived from our Charter of Rights maintains that all citizens are entitled to be treated with dignity and respect. We must never forget what we owe to those who helped build this province. Secondly, the combination of demographics and fiscal reality necessitates action. Our population is aging rapidly. Over the next twenty years, Ontario will experience a huge demographic shift. The number of seniors in Ontario will increase from 1.9 million to 4.1 million by 2036. The oldest age groups in Ontario are increasing faster than any others. The 75- year-plus group is projected to increase by 144% by 2036. The 90- year-plus group will triple in size. Consideration must be given to urban design, transportation and how they are delivered. In addition, the provision of services and programs must be reexamined. The effects on our society will be profound.
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Question 35 of 60
35. Question
According to the text, The National Conservation Plan:Environment and Natural Resources Canada (adapted text)The National Conservation Plan includes funding of $140.2 million, primarily over a five-year period (2014-2019) for a variety of conservation initiatives:
– $100 million over five years to the Nature Conservancy of Canada to secure ecologically sensitive lands
– $37 million over five years to strengthen marine and coastal conservation
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Question 36 of 60
36. Question
According to the text, B.C.’s economic growth:Department of Foreign Affairs (adapted text)On May 1, 2014, Microsoft announced plans to open a new training and development center in Vancouver, B.C. This center will significantly expand the company’s investment in Canada. The new « Microsoft Excellence Center » (MCEC) is slated to open by late 2015 and will be located in the Pacific Center in the heart of central Vancouver. Microsoft’s new investment will be at least $90 million annually, resulting in more than $181.4 million per year in direct, indirect and induced economic growth as well as new job opportunities and knowledge transfer to B.C. and Canadians.
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Question 37 of 60
37. Question
According to the text, the Canadian Judicial System:Justice.gc.ca
Canada’s Court System
Judicial Independence (adapted text)Judicial Independence is one of the cornerstones of the Canadian Judicial System. The judiciary acts separately from and independently of the other two branches of government, the executive branch and the legislative branch. This guarantees that a judge will make decisions relying exclusively on fact and law. It has three components: Security of Tenure, Financial Security and Administrative Independence. Security of Tenure means that a judge may serve on the bench until the age of retirement (75 years of age for a federal judge and 70 years of age for some provincial and territorial judges) unless found unethical by an independent investigation.
Financial Security means that a judge’s salary is sufficient so as not to place them under pressure or in a position of dependence. Administrative Independence means that no one can interfere with how the courts manage the litigation process and the exercise of their judicial functions such as the Chief Justice’s appointment of cases to judges.
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Question 38 of 60
38. Question
According to the text, the senior age group in Ontario that will increase the most in size is:Seniors.gc.ca
Action Plan: The Imperative of an Aging Society (adapted text)Several imperatives necessitated this provincial action plan. Primarily, one of the assumptions derived from our Charter of Rights maintains that all citizens are entitled to be treated with dignity and respect. We must never forget what we owe to those who helped build this province. Secondly, the combination of demographics and fiscal reality necessitates action. Our population is aging rapidly. Over the next twenty years, Ontario will experience a huge demographic shift. The number of seniors in Ontario will increase from 1.9 million to 4.1 million by 2036. The oldest age groups in Ontario are increasing faster than any others. The 75- year-plus group is projected to increase by 144% by 2036. The 90- year-plus group will triple in size. Consideration must be given to urban design, transportation and how they are delivered. In addition, the provision of services and programs must be reexamined. The effects on our society will be profound.
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Question 39 of 60
39. Question
The main idea of this memo is:Health Canada
First Nations and Inuit Health Information Update (adapted text)Mental health and well-being encompasses both the mental and emotional aspects of being; namely, how one thinks and feels. Some indicators of mental health are:
– sense of identity and taking pride in oneself
– enjoying life
– ability to form and sustain meaningful relationships
– coping with stress in a positive manner
– self-actualization
– self-awareness
– self controlSignificantly, 30% of First Nations People have felt depressed or sad for two weeks or more. Secondly, suicide and self-inflicted injuries are the leading cause of death for First Nations People from youth up to adults of 44 years. Finally, First Nations youth commit suicide approximately five to six times more often than non-Aboriginal youth.
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Question 40 of 60
40. Question
According to the text, Microsoft’s investment:Department of Foreign Affairs (adapted text)On May 1, 2014, Microsoft announced plans to open a new training and development center in Vancouver, B.C. This center will significantly expand the company’s investment in Canada. The new « Microsoft Excellence Center » (MCEC) is slated to open by late 2015 and will be located in the Pacific Center in the heart of central Vancouver. Microsoft’s new investment will be at least $90 million annually, resulting in more than $181.4 million per year in direct, indirect and induced economic growth as well as new job opportunities and knowledge transfer to B.C. and Canadians.
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Question 41 of 60
41. Question
According to the text, a Supreme Court Judge:Justice.gc.ca
Canada’s Court System
Judicial Independence (adapted text)Judicial Independence is one of the cornerstones of the Canadian Judicial System. The judiciary acts separately from and independently of the other two branches of government, the executive branch and the legislative branch. This guarantees that a judge will make decisions relying exclusively on fact and law. It has three components: Security of Tenure, Financial Security and Administrative Independence. Security of Tenure means that a judge may serve on the bench until the age of retirement (75 years of age for a federal judge and 70 years of age for some provincial and territorial judges) unless found unethical by an independent investigation.
Financial Security means that a judge’s salary is sufficient so as not to place them under pressure or in a position of dependence. Administrative Independence means that no one can interfere with how the courts manage the litigation process and the exercise of their judicial functions such as the Chief Justice’s appointment of cases to judges.
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Question 42 of 60
42. Question
According to the text, radio frequency from cell phone towers is:Industry Canada
Cell Phone Towers (adapted text)Cell phone towers come in various shapes and sizes, from discrete units on lamp posts or trees to the more noticeable, tall antenna structures. The increasingly large demand for service from these towers must be balanced with the health and societal needs of Canadians. By law, companies that wish to build a tower must first examine sharing existing structures or infrastructure such as rooftops or water towers. There are approximately 13,000 wireless antenna sites across Canada. Health Canada’s regulations for human exposure to radio frequency fields are maintained according to Safety Code 6, which limits frequencies emitted by towers to a range from 3KHz to 300 GHz. This limit has a built-in safety factor which is 50 times below the threshold of potentially dangerous side effects to humans. Although Health Canada is responsible for Safety Code 6’s development, Industry Canada has adopted this guideline and requires all radiocommunication and broadcasting operations to comply with this code. Industry Canada routinely audits the radio frequency energy at tower sites to protect Canadians’ health and safety.
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Question 43 of 60
43. Question
According to the text, the word, « encompass » means:Health Canada
First Nations and Inuit Health Information Update (adapted text)Mental health and well-being encompasses both the mental and emotional aspects of being; namely, how one thinks and feels. Some indicators of mental health are:
– sense of identity and taking pride in oneself
– enjoying life
– ability to form and sustain meaningful relationships
– coping with stress in a positive manner
– self-actualization
– self-awareness
– self controlSignificantly, 30% of First Nations People have felt depressed or sad for two weeks or more. Secondly, suicide and self-inflicted injuries are the leading cause of death for First Nations People from youth up to adults of 44 years. Finally, First Nations youth commit suicide approximately five to six times more often than non-Aboriginal youth.
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Question 44 of 60
44. Question
According to the text, the word « induced » means:Department of Foreign Affairs (adapted text)On May 1, 2014, Microsoft announced plans to open a new training and development center in Vancouver, B.C. This center will significantly expand the company’s investment in Canada. The new « Microsoft Excellence Center » (MCEC) is slated to open by late 2015 and will be located in the Pacific Center in the heart of central Vancouver. Microsoft’s new investment will be at least $90 million annually, resulting in more than $181.4 million per year in direct, indirect and induced economic growth as well as new job opportunities and knowledge transfer to B.C. and Canadians.
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Question 45 of 60
45. Question
According to the text, Judicial Independence means:Justice.gc.ca
Canada’s Court System
Judicial Independence (adapted text)Judicial Independence is one of the cornerstones of the Canadian Judicial System. The judiciary acts separately from and independently of the other two branches of government, the executive branch and the legislative branch. This guarantees that a judge will make decisions relying exclusively on fact and law. It has three components: Security of Tenure, Financial Security and Administrative Independence. Security of Tenure means that a judge may serve on the bench until the age of retirement (75 years of age for a federal judge and 70 years of age for some provincial and territorial judges) unless found unethical by an independent investigation.
Financial Security means that a judge’s salary is sufficient so as not to place them under pressure or in a position of dependence. Administrative Independence means that no one can interfere with how the courts manage the litigation process and the exercise of their judicial functions such as the Chief Justice’s appointment of cases to judges.
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Question 46 of 60
46. Question
According to the text, the word « infrastructure » means:Industry Canada
Cell Phone Towers (adapted text)Cell phone towers come in various shapes and sizes, from discrete units on lamp posts or trees to the more noticeable, tall antenna structures. The increasingly large demand for service from these towers must be balanced with the health and societal needs of Canadians. By law, companies that wish to build a tower must first examine sharing existing structures or infrastructure such as rooftops or water towers. There are approximately 13,000 wireless antenna sites across Canada. Health Canada’s regulations for human exposure to radio frequency fields are maintained according to Safety Code 6, which limits frequencies emitted by towers to a range from 3KHz to 300 GHz. This limit has a built-in safety factor which is 50 times below the threshold of potentially dangerous side effects to humans. Although Health Canada is responsible for Safety Code 6’s development, Industry Canada has adopted this guideline and requires all radiocommunication and broadcasting operations to comply with this code. Industry Canada routinely audits the radio frequency energy at tower sites to protect Canadians’ health and safety.
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Question 47 of 60
47. Question
According to the text, the exhibit’s main objectives:History Museum
Virtual museum of New France (adapted text)The History Museum’s challenge was to render a faithful portrait of extended scope. The two major objectives were: to encompass all of New France from Acadia to the Pays d’en haut of the Great Lakes to Louisiana; and to present a multi-faceted range of French colonial experience. The five main themes for the exhibition are: colonies and empires, population, economic activities and heritage. These themes are subdivided into societal strata such as foodways, entertainment, health and medicine.
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Question 48 of 60
48. Question
According to the text, « phishing »:Royal Canadian Mounted police
E-mail Fraud/ Phishing (adapted text)Phishing is a general term for e-mails, text messages and websites fabricated and sent by criminals. These messages and sites are designed to look like authentic business and financial institutions or government agencies in an attempt to collect personal, financial and sensitive information. It is also known as brandspoofing. One way to prevent this is to compare the website’s address line and verify if it displays a different address from the one mentioned in the e-mail.
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Question 49 of 60
49. Question
According to the text, « netiquette » is more of a :Government of Canada
Online interaction and « Netiquette »
Children and Online ExploitationChildren can be exploited when they interact online. Sexual exploitation and cyber bullying are two kinds of abuse which may be committed by teenagers or young adults; not the stereotypical older man. In fact, teenagers are the most common abusers and victims found online. Online chatting, phone sharing, webcams, sexting, gaming and social networking websites can lead to problems such as withdrawal from family, obsessively long periods of time spent on the computer, and the sudden quitting of online use. These signs could indicate that the child is being abused. Their new « friend » may give them attention, compliments and gifts or threaten them with the intent of meeting them for sexual purposes.
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Question 50 of 60
50. Question
According to the text, a Presto card would be an example of ITS:Ministry of Transport Ontario
Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) (adapted text)ITS is an abbreviation for Intelligent Transportation Systems. The term ITS is used in two contexts. When used in plural, the most commonly used form, ITS refers to the rapidly emerging transportation products, services and systems which are based on advanced technologies such as computers, communications and electronics. These technologies are called ” intelligent” because their core functions are based on attributes normally associated with intelligence: sensory capability, memory, communicative ability, information processing and adaptability. When used in the singular form, ITS refers to the currently evolving Intelligent Transportation System which integrates all modes of existing transportation systems that move people and goods; and, includes the rapidly emerging intelligent transport subsystems, products and services. Both technological and institutional integration occur in this form of ITS.
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Question 51 of 60
51. Question
According to the text, the word strata means:History Museum
Virtual museum of New France (adapted text)The History Museum’s challenge was to render a faithful portrait of extended scope. The two major objectives were: to encompass all of New France from Acadia to the Pays d’en haut of the Great Lakes to Louisiana; and to present a multi-faceted range of French colonial experience. The five main themes for the exhibition are: colonies and empires, population, economic activities and heritage. These themes are subdivided into societal strata such as foodways, entertainment, health and medicine.
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Question 52 of 60
52. Question
According to the text, « sexting » means:Government of Canada
Online interaction and « Netiquette »
Children and Online ExploitationChildren can be exploited when they interact online. Sexual exploitation and cyber bullying are two kinds of abuse which may be committed by teenagers or young adults; not the stereotypical older man. In fact, teenagers are the most common abusers and victims found online. Online chatting, phone sharing, webcams, sexting, gaming and social networking websites can lead to problems such as withdrawal from family, obsessively long periods of time spent on the computer, and the sudden quitting of online use. These signs could indicate that the child is being abused. Their new « friend » may give them attention, compliments and gifts or threaten them with the intent of meeting them for sexual purposes.
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Question 53 of 60
53. Question
According to the text, biodiversity is:Environment Canada Brochure (adapted text)What is biodiversity? Biological diversity is the vast array of ecosystems, ecological processes, species and genes which are essential to our existence. It encompasses all living species on earth and their relationships to each other. There is a major environmental problem if too much biodiversity is lost because we depend on it to survive. For example, ecosystems are essential for life because they carry out such processes as producing oxygen, soil production and the purification of water. Biodiversity is lost through pollution, habitat destruction and over -consumption. Canadians must work together to conserve and protect biodiversity: it is the web of life that sustains us.
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Question 54 of 60
54. Question
The virtual exhibit examines the heritage of New France:History Museum
Virtual museum of New France (adapted text)The History Museum’s challenge was to render a faithful portrait of extended scope. The two major objectives were: to encompass all of New France from Acadia to the Pays d’en haut of the Great Lakes to Louisiana; and to present a multi-faceted range of French colonial experience. The five main themes for the exhibition are: colonies and empires, population, economic activities and heritage. These themes are subdivided into societal strata such as foodways, entertainment, health and medicine.
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Question 55 of 60
55. Question
According to the text, teenagers:Government of Canada
Online interaction and « Netiquette »
Children and Online ExploitationChildren can be exploited when they interact online. Sexual exploitation and cyber bullying are two kinds of abuse which may be committed by teenagers or young adults; not the stereotypical older man. In fact, teenagers are the most common abusers and victims found online. Online chatting, phone sharing, webcams, sexting, gaming and social networking websites can lead to problems such as withdrawal from family, obsessively long periods of time spent on the computer, and the sudden quitting of online use. These signs could indicate that the child is being abused. Their new « friend » may give them attention, compliments and gifts or threaten them with the intent of meeting them for sexual purposes.
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Question 56 of 60
56. Question
According to the text, the word « vast » means:Environment Canada Brochure (adapted text)What is biodiversity? Biological diversity is the vast array of ecosystems, ecological processes, species and genes which are essential to our existence. It encompasses all living species on earth and their relationships to each other. There is a major environmental problem if too much biodiversity is lost because we depend on it to survive. For example, ecosystems are essential for life because they carry out such processes as producing oxygen, soil production and the purification of water. Biodiversity is lost through pollution, habitat destruction and over-consumption. Canadians must work together to conserve and protect biodiversity: it is the web of life that sustains us.
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Question 57 of 60
57. Question
In the text, the subthemes of foodways, entertainment, health and medicine comprise the category of:History Museum
Virtual museum of New France (adapted text)The History Museum’s challenge was to render a faithful portrait of extended scope. The two major objectives were: to encompass all of New France from Acadia to the Pays d’en haut of the Great Lakes to Louisiana; and to present a multi-faceted range of French colonial experience. The five main themes for the exhibition are: colonies and empires, population, economic activities and heritage. These themes are subdivided into societal strata such as foodways, entertainment, health and medicine.
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Question 58 of 60
58. Question
According to the text:Healthy Canadians.gc.ca
Netiquette and Safety (adapted text)Remind Children:
– never to give out personal information such as address, phone number password or photograph
– to use non-identifying nicknames
– to think and act to protect their online reputation so that they realize that once a text is sent,
– it can never be taken back and may be seen by a future employer
– to not believe everything they are told
– to ask for parental permission and attendance before they meet an online « friend » in person
– to avoid webcam chats
– to report abuse to the service provider
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Question 59 of 60
59. Question
According to the text, biodiversity is lost as a result of:Environment Canada Brochure (adapted text)What is biodiversity? Biological diversity is the vast array of ecosystems, ecological processes, species and genes which are essential to our existence. It encompasses all living species on earth and their relationships to each other. There is a major environmental problem if too much biodiversity is lost because we depend on it to survive. For example, ecosystems are essential for life because they carry out such processes as producing oxygen, soil production and the purification of water. Biodiversity is lost through pollution, habitat destruction and over-consumption. Canadians must work together to conserve and protect biodiversity: it is the web of life that sustains us.
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Question 60 of 60
60. Question
According to the text, the word « mutual » means:ESDC.gc.ca
Coop programs in the Public Service (adapted text)The Federal Government encourages university students to engage in valuable learning assignments available in the civil service thereby bridging the distance between academia and practical work experience. Although students are not to be used as a cheap labor alternative, they are designated as « coop » or « trainee » workers who do not receive the same rights and benefits as employees. The Public Service supports learning assignments for foreign post-secondary students who are legally entitled to work in Canada when mutual arrangements exist for Canadian students in the foreign student’s country. International students must not take precedence over Canadian students. Furthermore, international students can only work for the equivalent of twelve months of full time work.