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Anarchy
# of ppl in power: No one
Example: Small time during the Spanish civil war (revolutionary Catalonia)
Characteristics: The belief that society should exist without government or imposed authority. Term usually refers to chaos and war.
Absolute Monarchy
# of people in power: 1
Example: Saudi Arabia
Definition: A government where one monarch (king/queen) has complete or nearly complete political power.
Oligarchy
# of people in power: A small group
Example: Iran
Definition: A government where a small group of people holds most of the political power.
Aristocracy
# of people in power: A small group of wealthy or noble people
Example: The United Kingdom (historically)
Definition: A government where political power is mainly held by members of the nobility or upper class.
Military Dictatorship
# of people in power: A military leader or military group
Example: Mali
Definition: A government where the military controls the government and political power.
Theocracy
# of people in power: Religious leaders
Example: Iran
Definition: A government where religious leaders or religious laws have major control over the government.
Limited Monarchy
# of people in power: Elected representatives, but with limits on citizensā political power
Example: Russia
Definition: A government where people have some ability to participate in government, but their political rights and freedoms are limited.
Pure
# of people in power: All citizens
Example: Ancient Athens
Definition: A government where citizens directly participate in making decisions and laws.
Republic
# of people in power: 1 elected representative/president
Example: United States
Definition: A government where citizens elect representatives to make decisions on their behalf.
Dictatorship
# of people in power: 1 person
Example: North Korea
Definition: A government where one person uses forceful control over the people; there is a heavy military presence. Citizens have limited rights and decisions and thereās no concern for their preferences.
Constitutional Monarchy
# of people in power: Many elected representatives
Example: Canada
Definition: A government where citizens elect representatives, and the government must follow a constitution that protects citizensā rights.
What is it and whatās the role of a government?
A government is an organized system made of people and practices to manage a province, country, or even community.
Create & enforce laws
Provide services
Manage land and resources
Make decisions for the benefit of the people living within its borders
Monarchy
# of people in power: Elected representative (usually king por queen)
Example: Canada
Definition: A government where power is passed down (royal family) they can rule for the whole majority of their lives.
How did the constitution in Canada start?
Canada became independent by the queen who came to sign the constitution act in 1982
What is a Consensus Democracy?
Collaborative & Inclusive making general agreements.
What is Canadaās form of government?
A Parliamentary Democracy
Also a constitutional monarchy/limited
What is an MP?
Member of Parliament/Prime Minister
What is an MPP
Member of provincial parliament
What is an MP?
Member of Parliament
MLA
Member of legislative assembly (like a district leader)
What is a federal representative called?
MP & (Prime Minister)
What is the provincial representative called?
MLA (MPP, MNA, MHA)/ Premier
What is a municipal representative called?
Councillor/Mayor, Reeve, or Chairperson
How is Canada governed?
Power is held between elected governments and a symbolic (limited) monarch.
What does Parliamentary mean?
A system of government where the country or province is run by an elected group of representatives who must vote on and approve all laws together, rather than being run by one all-powerful leader.
What is the difference between a dictatorship and a democracy?
A dictatorship is led by one person with forceful control and power while a democracy is led by the people.
What does rule of law mean?
That law is king
Why is Canada a constitutional monarchy?
Because Canada kept the British King as its symbolic Head of State for stability and historical tradition, but the actual power to make laws belongs entirely to Canada's elected parliament and constitution.
What rights are protected in a democracy?
Civil rights
What is the name of the location where the federal leaders meet?
The house of commons in Ottawa, Ontario.
What is the name of the location where the provincial leaders meet?
Legislative assembly
What is the name of the location where the federal leaders meet?
The House of Commons
When is the next federal election? When is it held?
2029, every 4 years
Which electoral system do we use for federal elections?
First-Past-The-Post
How many electoral systems are there in Canada?
343
How many candidates can you choose on the ballot?
One (1)
Do we vote for the position of Prime minister?
No! You vote on the seat. The leader of the party with the most votes will be prime minister.
Who's responsibility is this: Agriculture and food?
A federal responsibility
Who's responsibility is this: Citizenship?
A federal responsibility
Who's responsibility is this: Criminal law?
A federal responsibility
Who's responsibility is this: Currency?
A federal responsibility
Who's responsibility is this: Environment?
A federal responsibility
Who's responsibility is this: Federal taxes?
A federal responsibility
Who's responsibility is this: Fisheries and oceans?
A federal responsibility
Who's responsibility is this: Foreign affairs and international trade?
A federal responsibility
Who's responsibility is this: Heritage and culture?
A federal responsibility
Who's responsibility is this: Housing, infrastructure and communities?
A federal responsibility
Who's responsibility is this: National defence?
A federal responsibility
Who's responsibility is this: Children and family supports?
A provincial/territorial responsibility
Who's responsibility is this: Colleges and universities?
A provincial/territorial responsibility
Who's responsibility is this: Community and social services?
A provincial/territorial responsibility
Who's responsibility is this: Drivers' licensing and highways?
A provincial/territorial responsibility
Who's responsibility is this: Emergency management?
A provincial/territorial responsibility
Who's responsibility is this: Education?
A provincial/territorial responsibility
Who's responsibility is this: Hospitals and healthcare?
A provincial/territorial responsibility
Who's responsibility is this: Indigenous relations?
A provincial/territorial responsibility
Who's responsibility is this: Mental health?
A provincial/territorial responsibility
Who's responsibility is this: Municipalities?
A provincial/territorial responsibility
Who's responsibility is this: Property and civil rights?
A provincial/territorial responsibility
Who's responsibility is this: Provincial law and courts?
A provincial/territorial responsibility
Who's responsibility is this: Provincial taxes?
A provincial/territorial responsibility
Who's responsibility is this: Tourism?
A provincial/territorial responsibility
Who's responsibility is this: Natural resources?
A federal responsibility
Who's responsibility is this: Official languages?
A federal responsibility
Who's responsibility is this: Postal service?
A federal responsibility
Who's responsibility is this: Public safety and risk management?
A federal responsibility
Who's responsibility is this: Services for Indigenous communities?
A federal responsibility
Who's responsibility is this: Transport and port authorities?
A federal responsibility
Who's responsibility is this: Veterans affairs?
A federal responsibility
Who's responsibility is this: Water supply and treatment?
A municipal responsibility
Who's responsibility is this: Animal control?
A municipal responsibility
Who's responsibility is this: Fire protection?
A municipal responsibility
Who's responsibility is this: Land use planning (zoning)?
A municipal responsibility
Who's responsibility is this: Local parks?
A municipal responsibility
Who's responsibility is this: Police?
A municipal responsibility
Who's responsibility is this: Recreation and community facilities?
A municipal responsibility
Who's responsibility is this: Road maintenance?
A municipal responsibility
Who's responsibility is this: Property taxes?
A municipal responsibility
Who's responsibility is this: Public transportation?
A municipal responsibility
Who's responsibility is this: Waste management?
A municipal responsibility
Who's responsibility is this: Water supply and treatment?
A municipal responsibility