Territorial Changes and Provinces vs Territories
Name two differences between a province and a territory
- provinces are smaller but are more populated
- Territories are larger
- Territories have less control over the big decisions
- Territories have fewer people
Explain what a confederation is
When provinces or territories come together as one country. Think of it as all the provinces and territories coming together to work as a team
Explain what a constitution is
A rule book for the country. It is the principals that our country's laws are based on
What does BNA stand for
British North American Act
Is the freedom of religion a right or a responsibility?
Right
Which province joined at the same time as Sask?
Alberta
Name 3 reasons a province or territory may join confederation
- to protect culture
- buy, sell and trade resources
- keep their area from being claimed by another country
- to have more control over their land
1. Fairness
2. Stability
3. Protecting freedom
List 3 changes the BNA act made
1. united different colonies into one country
2. created the first provinces
3. set up the government to make laws
Is it the law that people have the right to vote in elections?
Yes
Which Provinces were already considered Canada before more joined? Hint- There is 4
Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick and Nova Scotia.
what year did Sask join Confederation?
1905
Name 2 key roles of a constitution
1. setting ground rules
2. protecting rights
3. limiting power
4. Making changes
What is the differences between a push and pull factor
A pull factor is something good that brings people into a new country
Name 2 Canadian responsibilities
To participate in voting
To improve your community
What was the last Territory to join Canada?
Nunavut
What year did Manitoba join confederation?
1870
What are the 3 key points of the Canadian Constitution act?
1. Charter of rights and freedoms
2. Shift in law making power
3. recognition of indigenous communities
Name 3 push factors
war, crime, no jobs, expensive living
Name 2 Canadian rights
The right to vote, freedom of religion, freedom of speech, equal protection under the law
What year did the Yukon join Canada?
1898
What year did British Columbia join confederation?
1871
What year was the year the Canadian constitution was created?
1982
Name 3 pull factors
less crime, higher paying jobs, more opportunities, better weather, better schools, more rights and freedoms
What does equal protection under the law mean?
It stops the government from creating laws that treat people differently