What Was the Important Precedent Introduced with the Adoption of the Youth

question 13

Essay

What was the important precedent introduced with the adoption of the Youth Protection Act (YPA) in Quebec in 1977?

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Definitions:

Social Security Act

A law enacted in 1935 in the United States to create a system of transfer payments in which younger, working people support older, retired people.

National Health Insurance

A healthcare system in which the government provides insurance coverage for all or most residents of a country, often funded through taxes.

American Medical Association

The largest association of physicians and medical students in the United States, dedicated to promoting the art and science of medicine for better public health.

American Workers

Employees in the United States who contribute to the country's economy through various sectors and industries.