Municipal
What is the local government mainly responsible for?
Roads, parks, waste, and water.
What service does the province spend the most tax money on?
Healthcare.
Where is the federal government located?
Ottawa
What is the supreme law of Canada?
The Charter of Rights and Freedoms
What do school board trustees do?
Help govern schools and are elected locally.
What are local laws called?
Bylaws.
Who is the leader of the provincial government?
The Premier.
Name one federal responsibility.
Military, immigration, money, etc.
What’s the difference between direct and representative democracy?
Direct: everyone votes; Representative: people elect decision-makers.
What group represents Métis rights in Alberta?
MNAA (Métis Nation of Alberta Association).
How do bylaws get passed?
City councillors vote, and if the majority agree, the bylaw is passed.
What are MLAs responsible for?
Representing citizens and making laws.
Who is the most powerful person in Canada?
The Prime Minister.
What’s a platform in elections?
A candidate's plan for laws and services.
What year did the Constitution Act officially recognize Métis as Aboriginal peoples?
1982
Name two things municipal taxes pay for.
Snow plowing, water treatment.
What is one duty of a cabinet minister?
Managing a department like Education or Environment.
What are the 3 branches of the federal government?
Legislative, Executive, Judicial.
Name one way to become a Canadian citizen.
Born in Canada, or pass the citizenship test.
What are the parts of Legislative Branch?
House of Commons, Senate, King.
What are the three types of local government structures?
Urban, Rural, First Nations.
What role does the Lieutenant Governor play?
Represents the King and approves bills.
What is the role of the Supreme Court?
Interprets laws and ensures they follow the Charter.
Why is it important to understand a candidate’s platform?
So you can make an informed vote.
What happens if a bill is not approved by the Senate?
It does not become law.