Disability Rights Legislation Comparison: China and Canada

Authors

  • Yisa Liu

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.54097/jvfk9468

Keywords:

The comparison of disability rights legislation; The Rights of People with Disabilities; Canada; China.

Abstract

This paper makes a comprehensive comparative study of disability rights legislation in China and Canada. The report carefully examines the differences between the two countries in terms of the definition of disability, the legal basis for protection, and existing legislation. Through in-depth case studies, it reveals the challenges encountered in the realization of the rights of persons with disabilities. Then, it puts forward the corresponding solutions. A comparison shows that while China has made great progress in this area, Canada's system appears to be more mature and more centered on disability rights. However, both countries face challenges that require the joint efforts of the government, society and the people. This paper aims to provide valuable insights and feasible suggestions for strengthening the legal protection and realization of the rights of persons with disabilities in both countries. It stressed the importance of a comprehensive legal framework, strong law enforcement, public awareness and equal opportunities to ensure the full inclusion of persons with disabilities in society and guarantee their equal rights.

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References

[1] United Nations. Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, 2006.

[2] China. Law on the Protection of Disabled Persons, 2008.

[3] Canadian. Charter of Rights and Freedoms, 1982.

[4] Canada. Canadian Human Rights Act, 1985.

[5] Canada. Accessible Canada Act, 2019.

[6] China. Law on the Protection of Persons with Disabilities, 2008.

[7] China. Regulations on Employment of Persons with Disabilities, 2007.

[8] Canada. Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), 2005.

[9] Canada. Canadian Constitution Act, 1982.

[10] Moore v. British Columbia (Education), 2012 SCC 61.

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[12] Laverne Jacobs, Ruby Dhand , David Ireland , Richard Jochelson, Freya Kodar, Odelia Bay. Law and Disability in Canada: Cases and Materials, 2021.

[13] Zhang, W., UN. ESCAP. Harmonization of national laws with the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities: A country case study in China, 2023.

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Published

11-12-2024

How to Cite

Liu, Y. (2024). Disability Rights Legislation Comparison: China and Canada. Journal of Education, Humanities and Social Sciences, 42, 562-567. https://doi.org/10.54097/jvfk9468