"The reality is, however, that no one can be forced to adhere to a religion. We are all free to choose to live by a religion's standards or not. So if you don't like the treatment you're afforded under one religion, seek another."

That's not true Richard.  Many children of religious parents are raised with what could be labelled indoctrination. Are they given a choice do not attend religious services or follow the religious faith of the parents? 

Women who have immigrated here from nations that discriminate against women may not know their legal rights until they can communicate in English and understand our laws. 

Quebec is on the right track. It's unreasonable for law enforcement and the civil service to accommodate burqas let alone shop owners and the general public. The burqa probably attracts more negative attention than if they just wore a hijab.