Hello /c/Canada
You know how there’s a 2nd amendment in the U.S. on the right to bear arms? I know that it was originally meant to allow people to form militias and defend their rights should the government become an authoritarian regime and stop following the constitution.
Is there anything similar in Canada in terms of laws or rights and freedoms?
No thanks, we don’t need that here. We have a stable governing system that while could use some improvements, militias aren’t necessary to accomplish them.
It may seem that way to the more privileged. But it’s really not. We’re only “allowed” to do certain things as long as it fits with the government’s objective. But, if you go against it, chances are you’ll get a visit from the police, and you might find yourself beaten by them too, and arrested, and harassed.
For things like, I dunno, protesting the construction of a pipeline through your land, or protecting critical drinking water sources, or for species of animals or plants that are endangered. Or it could even be for demanding better working conditions, better pay, preventing abuse from employers, etc.
When you cross them, they cross you with brutality.