The Role of Government
What is the main job of a government?
To make rules and help keep things safe and fair
What are the three levels of government in Canada?
Federal, Provincial, and Municipal
Who leads the federal government in Canada?
The Prime Minister
What are some responsibilities of the provincial government?
Schools, health care, and highways
What are political parties in Canada?
Groups of people with the same ideas on how to run the country
Why does the government make laws?
To keep the country safe and organized
Which level of government rules the whole country?
Federal
Who leads the provincial government?
Premier
What services does the municipal government take care of?
Roads, garbage, parks, and police
How often do elections happen in Canada?
Every 4 years
What is the main job of the municipal government?
To help cities and towns run smoothly
Which level is responsible for ruling a province?
Who leads the municipal government?
Mayor
Where does the federal government work?
Parliament Hill in Ottawa
What do Canadians do during elections?
Vote for their leaders
What types of laws does the federal government make?
Big laws like taxes, immigration, and the military
Which level of government takes care of a city or town?
Municipal
Who becomes Prime Minister in Canada?
The leader of the political party with the most votes
Which services are managed by the federal government?
Big laws like taxes, immigration, and the military
Match each political party with its color: Conservative?
Blue
Why is voting important in Canada?
It helps choose who makes the rules
What is true about laws in each province?
Each province has its own laws and rules
How do Canadians choose their leaders?
Through voting in elections
Which level handles garbage collection and public transit?
Match each political party with its color: NDP?
Orange