Power and Authority Review social 8

Executive Power

Executive power is the power to administer and enforce the laws of the country.

Legislative Power

Legislative power is the power to make laws. The federal, provincial and territorial, and local government all have the power to make and amend laws.

When was the Canadian Constitution created?

1867 when the Dominion of Canada was created.

what is the written part of the canadian constitution

The written part describes the authority, parts, and functions of the levels of government.

What is the unwritten part of the Canadian Constitution.

The unwritten part is made up of the laws and traditions based on the British system.

What is the Canadian Constitution

the Canadian Constitution is the highest law in Canada it includes, the basic rights of Canadians, the functions of the levels of government, it also contains a written part and an unwritten part.

What was the Canadian Constitution called originally

British North American Act.

What is the Prime Ministers role as the national leader.

address canadians on issues of the national concern and explains the goals of the governing party. Represents Canada on trips to other nations and speaks on behalf of Canadians at international meetings. Works with provincial premiers to coordinate responsibilities.

Does the Canadian constitution include the Charter of Rights and Freedoms?

yes it does.

What is the role of the Prime minister as Head of Government?

Asks the Governor General to name new judges and senators. Chooses senators to reflect the needs of government. Asks the Governor General to call an election every four years, or when necessary.

What is the Role of the Governor General?

Greeting foreign leaders and dignitaries.

Formally acknowledging the contributions of Canadians with awards and medals.

Opening Parliament and reading the speech from the Throne, which outlines the government’s plans for that session of Parliament.

Who is a Governor General?

The governor general is appointed by the monarch on the advice of the Canadian Government.

Who is the current governor general.

Mary Simon.

What role does the house of commons play in the Canadian Government?

The House of commons is the centre of the federal government. It consists of 338 members of parliament. Each MP holds a seat in the house of commons which is where the member meet to discuss issues concerning canada.

What role does the Cabinet play in the canadian government.

The Prime minister chooses elected members from his or her party to form a cabinet. Each cabinet member is given responsibility for a specific department of the federal government, such as fiance, transportation, or justice. Under the leadership of the prime minister, the cabinet discusses important decisions the government must make. The cabinet decides which proposed laws, or bills, the legislative branch will be asked to approve.

What role does the senate play in the canadian government?

The senate is the upper house of Parliament. The Senate must have 105 appointed membets. The senate takes part in the passing of bills. No bill from the house of commons can be approved until it has been approved by the senate. The senate can introduce bills, pass them, and send them to the house of commons.

What role does the Legislative branch play in canada.

The legislative branch is composed of the monarch represented by the governor general and two house or chambers of parliament: house of commons and the senate. This branch can make, change, or remove any federal law. Because of the two chambers, it is called a bicameral system of government.

What is the indian Act?

The Indian act is a federal Act that regulates the lives of first nations peoples, passed in 1876.

What is the purpose of the Indian Act?

The purpose of the Indian Act was to control the lives of First nations peoples in canada.

How is the Indian act play a role in the canadian government today?

The Indian act continues to be amended or changed, but it is still in force today.

What is Self-government?

Self government is the ability for a group to manage their own affairs.

What is an example of self government in canada?

An example of self-government in canada is Canada’s indigenous peoples, the first nations and Inuit, governed themself, had responsibilities as citizens, selected and followed leaders, and were in charge of their own lives.

Define the barrier lack of interest or motivation that may prevent involvement in the Canadian political process.

Some people, lack information, about party platforms, tend to think all parties are the same. Others may believe that their vote in an election will not make a difference to the outcome. These factors contribute to an overall lack of motivation.

Define the barrier language barriers n that may prevent involvement in the Canadian political process.

A language barrier makes getting and understanding information difficult. People new to canada may not feel comfortable enough with either oficial language to join political organizations.

Define the barrier cultural or family barriers that may prevent involvement in the Canadian political process.

Some young people might lack role models in their family who encourage political participation. In some cultures, voicing your opinion or being politically active is not encouraged.

Define the barrier disabilities that may prevent involvement in the Canadian political process.

People might find it difficult to participate in the political process if they have, physical mobility issues, haring challenges, visual impairment challenges, an illness or infirmity.

Define the barrier Gender that may prevent involvement in the Canadian political process.

woman are not as represented in political spaces as men are. In canada, only 24 percent of elected members are women.. Woman who believe that their voice will not be will not be listened to may choose not to participate in political activity.

Define the barrier Time constraints that may prevent involvement in the Canadian political process.

Many people do not have the time to become involved in politics, especially if they work multiple jobs to meet the needs of their family.

Define the barrier Socio-economic status that may prevent involvement in the Canadian political process.

Not having enough money to participate in political or civic activeites.Someone who is unemployed cannot afford to donate to a political party or a cause.

What are barriers to Indigenous Involvement in the Canadian political process.

Lack of trust in the federal government and political parties. Lack of knowledge of the voting process. Lack of information about the candidates. Lack of Aboriginal representation and leadership in the federal parties and parliament. Lack of interest in federal issues.

When was the conservative party founded

2003

When was the new democratic party founded

1961

When was the green party founded

1983

When was the Bloc Quebecois party founded

1991

When was the liberal party founded

1873

Who is the current leader of the conservative party

Pierre Poilievre

Who is the current leader of the new democratic party

Avi lewis

Who is the current leader of the green party

Elizabeth may

Who is the current leader of the bloc Quebecois party

Yves-François Blanchet

Who is the current leader of the Liberal party

Mark Carney

What is one platform highlight from the conservative party

Build 2.3 million homes

What is one platform highlight from the new democratic party

Strengthen canada’s democracy

What is one platform highlight from the green party

climate action

What is one platform highlight from the bloc quebecois party

maximize our resources

What is one platform highlight from the liberal party

Cut taxes for the middle class

legislative branch of canada

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Executive branch of canada

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Judicial branch

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