The Magna Carta, signed in England in 1215, is one of the most important legal documents in history - and it helped shape Canada's tradition of “ordered liberty.” It introduced ideas like the rule of law, government accountability, and protection from unlawful imprisonment.

These principles later inspired Canadian laws and the Charter of Rights and Freedoms, forming the backbone of our democracy. Even though it was written centuries ago, the Magna Carta still influences Canadian values and legal traditions today.

It’s a powerful reminder that liberty thrives when protected by law - and it’s a concept often referenced in Canadian Citizenship Test preparation, especially when learning about rights and freedoms.