Government
what are the 3 levels of government?
municipal, provincial and federal
What is the final step of a bill becoming a law?
Royal Assent
What is a political party?
An organization of people who share similar beliefs and aim to win control of the government.
Define Law.
Rule made by the government.
The provincial and federal government use this system during elections.
first past the post
What are the 3 branches of government?
executive, legislative and judicial
Who gives the bill royal assent?
governor general
The party with the second highest number of MPS is called
What age group does the YCJA deal with?
12-17 year olds
Name the 6 political parties in Canada that have won seats in Parliament.
PPC, NDP, Conservatives, Liberal, Green Party, Bloc Quebecois
Who is the head of government?
prime minister
During the first reading what happens to the bill
the bill is read
Members of a political party usually vote the same way on issues. This is called...
party discipline
What are some common consequences for youth that have broken the law?
Counselling & community service
Who do constituents vote for in a federal election?
MP's
Who belongs in the legislative branch?
MP's, senators, governor general
it is debated and a vote is taken
Parties with extreme positions of the left or right elected with a tiny percentage of votes is called a
fringe party
How does the YCJA protect the privacy of young offenders?
Names cannot be published unless receiving adult sentence
What side of the political spectrum believes in less government control?
right side
The upper chamber is also known as...
If the senate amends the bill what happens next...
returns to house of commons for debate and vote
What side of the political spectrum believes in higher taxes to pay for social programs & supports universal healthcare?
left side
What is one of the objectives of the YCJA?
1. prevent crime by addressing the underlying circumstances
2. rehabilitate and reintegrate
3. meaningful consequences
4. young offenders should not face the same consequences as adults
An example of a party the believes in a combination of state and individual control is...
liberal