Canada's government system
What type of government does Canada have?
Parliamentary Democracy ( Constitutional Monarchy)
Who leads the federal government?
Prime minister Mark Carney.
Who controls healthcare and education?
The provincial government.
What is a political party?
A group with similar beliefs.
How are indigenous people represented federally?
Through elected indigenous MPs.
What does Constitutional Monarchy mean?
Canada has a king or queen.
What is the title of a provincial leader?
Premier.
Who controls mail and national defence?
The federal government.
What is a multi-party system?
Many parties compete for power.
What is a treaty?
A legal agreement between indigenous people and the government.
Who holds the power in Canada's government?
The king/queen, prime minister, and cabinet.
Who is the mayor of Brampton?
Patrick Brown.
Who manages libraries and waste?
The municipal government.
Why do parties run in elections?
To represent voters.
Name one indigenous right.
Land, self-government, culture, and treaty rights.
How is Canada a democracy?
People vote for representatives.
What level of government is a premier?
Provincial.
Who controls taxes and foreign affairs?
The federal government.
Name one issue parties focus on.
Healthcare, education, and climate change.
What does self-government mean?
That you make your own laws.
Why is Canada both a democracy and a monarchy?
People vote, but the king or queen has a role.
Why does Canada have three levels of government?
To manage different responsibilities.
Who helps improve public transportation?
The provincial and municipal government.
Name the three main political parties in Canada.
Liberals, NDP and Progressive Conservatives
Name one of climate changes effects.
Global warming, extreme weather, rising sea levels, and ecosystem damage.