Levels of Government
Education
Provincial Government
Bloc Quebecois
On the "x" axis; wants smaller governments and less taxes
The "Right" Wing
Belief in the free-market, individuals can own businesses and property, economy driven by innovation and competition
Capitalism
How many constituencies are there across Canada?
338- same as the number of seats in the House of Commons
National Defense
Federal
Which party is the furthest Left on our Political Spectrum?
NDP
On the "Y" axis typically; and want to make social change, would advocate for social justice, and values equality
Progressive
The government owns property and business, and distributes wealth equally to the people- typically based only on what they need
Communism
How are constituencies decided or created?
Population size and regional similarity
Indigenous Self-Governance
Indigenous
What is Canada's most "right" leaning party?
The Conservative Party
On the "x" axis; wants larger governments, higher taxes for social programs, and for things to change
Government controls some business and industry, to create revenue (wealth) for social programs for its citizens. A free market may also exist
Socialism
What are the candidates who win their provincial constituency called?
Members of the Legislative Assembly
Roads and Sidewalks
Municipal
Which party is both federally and provincially lead by the same person?
The Green Party
On the "y" axis typically, and values social traditions, small or gradual change if any, and wants to keep things the same
Conservative
You have two cows, the government takes them and hoardes the good milk for itself giving you the leftovers if anything
Extreme/Corrupt Communism
What is the role of a political party in Elections?
To campaign for votes; they want to be elected as representatives
Natural Resources
Provincial
Which party is most likely to advocate for the rights of Indigenous peoples?
The Green Party or NDP
Belief in complete freedom, besides the government making/enforcing laws on public safety
Libertarian
A political ideology/model where the government is made up of a small group or single person. They use fear and violence to maintain authority/power.
Fascism
If a candidate wins their constituency in the federal election what do they become?
A Member of Parliament