What does the How Canadians Govern Themselves chapter cover?
Canada has three key facts about its government: it is a federal state, a parliamentary democracy and a constitutional monarchy. Parliament has three parts: the Sovereign (represented by the Governor General), the Senate and the House of Commons. Members of Parliament are elected; senators are appointed. The Prime Minister leads the government, and responsibilities are divided between the federal and provincial governments. Each province has an elected legislature and a Premier, and the Sovereign is represented in each province by a Lieutenant Governor.
What key facts should I remember?
- Canada is a federal state, a parliamentary democracy and a constitutional monarchy.
- Parliament = the Sovereign, the Senate and the House of Commons.
- The Governor General represents the King federally; Lieutenant Governors represent him in the provinces.
- Senators are appointed and may serve until age 75.
- A bill must pass both houses and receive Royal Assent to become law.
Common test questions from this chapter
What are the three parts of Parliament?
The Sovereign (the King), the Senate and the House of Commons.
Who is Canada's Head of State?
The Sovereign, King Charles III, represented in Canada by the Governor General.
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