Levels of government
If you were upset to hear the local library is closing, you would complain to this level of government.
What is municipal government?
This level of government must have an election at least once every five years.
What is the federal government?
People hoping to become Canadian citizens must live in our country for at least this long
What is three years?
The centre part of this structure is known as the Peace Tower.
What are the Parliament Buildings?
Members of Parliament meet in this section of the Parliament Buildings to discuss important issues.
What is the House of Commons?
The head of this level of government is known as a mayor, or reeve.
What is the municipal government?
Eighteen is the magic number!
What is the right to vote?
People who leave their home countries to live in the safety of Canada are called this.
Who are refugees?
Visitors to Canada often expect to see a member of this organization riding a horse!
What is the RCMP?
This document must pass 3 readings in the House of Commons before being sent to the Senate for final approval.
What is a “bill”?
This practice ensures that the rules of the 3 levels of government do not overlap.
What is “Division of Powers”?
People who are involved in any level of government are known as this.
What are politicians?
Canadian citizens are asked to balance these 2 concepts in order for the country to work smoothly.
What are rights & responsibilities?
Canadians first celebrated this event on July 1, 1867.
What is Canada Day?
This prime minister was the first of his kind!
Who is Sir John A. MacDonald?
Communities with local governments are known as this.
What are municipalities?
This is the time period before an election when candidates make their views known to voters.
What is a campaign?
This ceremony marks the last stage of the immigration process.
What is a citizenship ceremony?
On this day, people across Canada take time to think about the sacrifices of others.
What is Remembrance Day?
This person signs bills and other important papers on behalf of the Queen.
Who is the Governor General?
The Lieutenant Governor represents the crown in this level of government.
What is the provincial government?
Although this person is over 18, he or she is not allowed to vote in an election.
Who is the Chief Electoral Officer?
“O Canada” is known as this.
What is Canada'a National Anthem?
This day was originally developed as a way for people to give gifts to their servants in 19th century England.
What is Boxing Day?
This is paid each year by anyone who earns an income in Canada.
What is income tax?