Should the Catholic Church still have a say in political matters, like laws about marriage and education?

No, a religion should not have a higher authority than the government, all laws should be controlled by the government, not religious believes.

NO, religion and politics should not overlap ever again ever.

No, absolutely not. there should be no religious influence on political matters. every single persons and every single religion has different morals and ethics. what is allowed and okay for one person or group of people is not okay for another. i think that people have used religion to cause massive problems in the world and human race today.

no because our world is very diverse and it is unfair for one religion to have a higher say

Catholic church? No, but Christianity as a whole yes

Considering the Church is not the powerhouse it once was, I do not think so.

No. I believe that the Church and politics should be separate entities. We live in a vary multicultural country and choosing to involve one religious sect over another in political matters is dangerous and non inclusive.

NO, the church is irrelevant to many now. Christianity is different.

Yes and No, they can have their views as long as they keep that to the people who have asked for their opinions. As long as they don't push it on to people who don't want to hear it.

No, I believe that you can have religious schools and beliefs, but church's should not be allowed to prevent or make others feel uncomfortable for who they are as people.

I don't believe that religion belongs in politics at all. Countries especially Canada are not based on religion we are very multi cultural. Using religion to forn laws will only cause problems

I think no religion should have any solid say in laws but rather have an opinion as it affects those in and out of the religion/faith group.

I don't think religion should have a role in politics. Even though I'm catholic, I think it's unfair for everybody else.

I believe if you invite one faith to the table to participate in political matters, then you need to include all other faiths celebrated in Canada. We're not a majority-religious country so I think the Catholic Church should step back from impact on laws and policy.

I think that due to religions subjective nature, it is unwise to give one stance or religion political power.

Yes as they have a right to freedom and they should be able to express their opinions

They should have a say in those connected to their own institutions for example their churches, school, etc.

No, religion should have no say in politics, that's how a lot of wars and rebellions happen.

No, religion should not be in charge of making the laws, considering that not everyone is a Christian. The only case that would be permissible for the Catholic Church to pass laws would be in Vatican City, as it is primarily a Christian country. If the Catholic Church does have a say in the law, then Muslims, Jews and Hindus should too.

I don't think so, because everyone has freedom of religion. But some decisions made by them may influence others.

The Catholic Church should not have a say in political matters, as Canada is a very politically diverse country.

No, because not everyone is Catholic and believes in what that religion states.

Yes and no. I say yes because marriage is something that should be considered by any church as it is religious and it is the church that is controlling it. Although i dont think they should have a roll in the education as i do feel it is necessary to have belief graded to to be completely forced into someone’s lifestyle.

No. We should let people who they want to marry and pursue the kind of life that fulfills them. Religion should not be constricting!

I feel we should let people Marry who they want to marry but we should be educated with catholic backgrounds because it teaches discipline and religion is a wonderful thing to learn

Yes, but if people want that. The Church has power, but doesn't own a person.

I think the Catholic Church Should Stay in the right laws and ruley about the bible

No, government affairs should be completely secular, but of course the church’s stance will still have an impact on public opinion.

I don't mind, unless it offends my religion, then I have no problem with them doing what they want.

Yes I believe they should as they have held a high opinion for years and with marriage they are the only people I feel should be talking about it as their the people who do marry partners.

No, despite me being a christian, I believe that they should not have a say on marriage and education because not everyone will agree with them and it will lead to lack of unity.

I think that all religions should have a say so everyone has equal voice in the government

I think so so its not gonna be that free in the country.

No because of the toxic image it has been given throughout the wars.

Yes, that is their belief and I believe all beliefs and opinions should be heard.

I would agree with this. We should learn about religion of marriage and having the education that we need.

The Catholic Church shold have a say in political matters because God created this worlds and all laws are created by Him. We should abide by these regulations instead.

I think that Religions should be allowed to have an input but they do not get to have the final say

No. The Catholic church should have no say in any political matters and should be taxed.

In many democratic societies, there is a principle of separation between church and state, aiming to ensure that religious institutions don't directly influence or control political decisions. Advocates for this separation argue that it helps maintain a diverse and inclusive society, respecting the rights and beliefs of people with different religious or non-religious views.

On the other hand, some individuals may argue that religious organizations, including the Catholic Church, have a legitimate role in contributing to moral and ethical discussions in society. They may believe that reli…  Read moregious values can offer valuable guidance in shaping laws related to marriage and education.

Who cares, they aren't involved in the government.

Im not catholic, I Don't like catholics, I Dont like popular religions but sure.

Yeah, when it comes to religion they should be fully strict.

No, I think poltical matters are better to do a say about service laws or just laws in general.

no, I do not believe any religion should be allowed to influence politics and law, religion and state should be separate, however, I believe that they should be allowed to have their own policies and rules in terms of what they do or allow in their churches, but they should not have a say in the country.

There is pros and cons to this situation, the pros are that our country is showing democracy and letting everybody of different religions have their say in politics even if many people are not in favor of it. The cons are that if any problem occurs, the government can blame the Catholic church. This can be seen with the not so long ago issue where prime minister Justin Trudeau asked pope Francis to say sorry for the residential schools that happened years ago.

yes because the Catholic Church supports the word of God and chooses its decisions based off what's beneficial for catholics

It should have a say in political matters, like laws about marriage and education because still Catholic Church is a part of society and one of the roles of the Catholic Church is advise people on the certain matters in the light of religious views.

No, I think different churches and religions make their own rules depending on what they believe in. However, having a say in political matters seems unjust.

No the Catholic Church should not have a say in laws.

The catholic church and political matters doesnt mix. Vote on your beliefs

I'm an agnostic so I may not be the best person to ask and I didn't know the churches had say in the government in the past. I dont think I was taught that in history class so I don't know much on the pros & cons of how they are to say yes or no.

yes because they are apart of multiple education systems such as catholic schools.

NO, no religious institutions should have a say in political matters.

Yes, we must live through the eyes of god and preach his word

Not at all. As religious importance declines, so too should their involvement in government and policy.

No. The bible is a book. The catholic church has nothing good to offer the world.

Yes. It should have more influence, although I would prefer a different pope.

Yes. It should have more influence, although I would prefer a different pope.

No, because not everyone follows that religion unless you give the rights to other beleifs as well.

Yes, only if they stay true to the Christian religion.

Yes, Personally i think they catholic church should have a say in political matters because other people have different beliefs and we should all support that.

Yes I think they should because the chruch's opinion matters to as they are still people.

yes the catholic church can have its own opinion on marriage and education, however, they can not force people to do things their way

I feel if you are catholic yourself then you may have a say on certain things like marriage etc.

Everyone should have their religious freedom .they can say in political matters.

No, a religion should not have a higher authority than the government, all laws should be controlled by the government, not religious believes

I believe that the Catholic church should be allowed to continue certain practices (Catholic school education) and refuse certain processes (such as same-sex marriage) within their church and communities

as far as religion stays from politics of power, the better the country's peace survives. religion in politics corrupts, both, religion and politics. spreading chaos.

I think it should stay the way it is because people have the choice to attend catholic church or schools, and it is not forced.

No, because of the many religions and their view on marriage and what should be taught. However, if a religion's view is harmful measures should be put in place.

Absolutely not. No religion should have a say in these matters.

No, when they did have a large political presence in Canada, they funded and created institutions like Residential Schools that tore this country apart. Religion and politics do not mix.

No not at all as not every single person in Canada is a Catholic, and thus should not be mandated under laws of the Catholic Church.

I believe in the importance of religious freedom and separation of church and state. While the Catholic Church can express its views, political matters should be based on principles of equality and human rights, rather than specific religious teachings.

I think these matters should be divided. Religion should not interfere or should be interfered by others.

I think that marriage laws should stayed governed the way they are and if you practice a certain religion you stay to those rules.

Yes, the basis of our laws comes from Catholic values

no, i believe that for the catholic church to have political power is unfair to those who don't practice there believes

Concerning Catholicism several issue arises. This prompts consideration of the appropriate separation between religious institutions and state governance, respecting diverse perspectives while upholding individual rights and societal values.

No, not for me, I am catholic myself, but still consider that the catholic church has nothing to do in political matters.

ye and no catholism should not only have a say on poltical matters becuase is the not major relgion anymore. there a mutilpe relgions in countries such as canada and america so all reglions can have a say in the poltical matters

Yes, The Catholic church should have a say because of it's past and how truthful they are

I don't think so, I think political matters should discuss own their own about these topics or services. Like, it is better not conclude religion and leave the way that everyone practices.

No because in the past they have been very homphobic and racist etc.

everyone should have a right to talk about their religion.

Yes and no as long and it’s respectful and reasonable

No. Only if they're a political party. Religion shouldn't have a say in the future of people other than personally, not federally.

No i do not i do not think religion should be a factor in anything

No, they have a complicated history with the government and it is better that they stay out of it.

No. Catholisism should NOT have a say in political matters.

I believe that religiuos beliefs should not interfere with laws because not all people in Canda follow the same religion, therefore, it would not make sense to base laws off of the Catholic Church.