What Is the Purpose of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act

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Essay

What is the purpose of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act and what types of activities does FISA cover?

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Definitions:

British North America Act

A foundational statute passed in 1867, that united three colonies into the single country of Canada, establishing its federal structure and constitution.

Constitution

The fundamental principles or established precedents which constitute the legal basis of a state, governing the structure and operation of the government.

Constitution Act, 1867

A foundational statute that established the federation of Canada, setting the framework for the Canadian government and its federal structure.

Equality Rights

Basic rights enumerated in the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, including the right not to be discriminated against on the basis of grounds such as gender, age, religion, race, or colour, and the guarantee of equal benefit of and protection by the law.