Government Services and Definitions

What is democracy?

A system that allows its citizens to have a say in how it is run.

Who is a stakeholder?

A person who is affected by or has an interest in something.

What is the responsibility of the federal government?

To make decisions that impact the entire country.

What does the provincial government do?

Makes decisions that impact their province or territory.

What is the role of local or municipal government?

Responsible for a town or city.

What is jurisdiction?

The official power to make legal decisions.

What is a region?

A collection of municipalities that work together.

What is a band council?

The local government for First Nations communities.

Who are public servants?

People who work for the government.

What is the role of municipal councillors?

They are the group of councillors in a town or city.

Who is the head of council?

The person that leads the municipal council.