Which fundamental freedom includes freedom of expression and freedom of the press?

• A. Freedom of thought, belief, opinion and expression, including freedom of the press and other media of communication
• B. Freedom of movement
• C. Freedom of assembly
• D. Freedom of association

Answer: (A)

The fundamental freedom that protects expression and the press is the right to freedom of thought, belief, opinion and expression, including freedom of the press and other media of communication. This language is designed to cover spoken and written communication, broadcasting, and publishing, with the press specifically included as part of expressive activity. It’s the correct choice because it directly ties expressive activity to the protection of a free press.

The other options refer to different rights: freedom of movement concerns mobility within and into/out of Canada; freedom of assembly is the right to gather peacefully; freedom of association is the right to form and join groups. While these rights can intersect with expression in practice, they do not themselves guarantee expression and the press in the comprehensive way this option does.