Key terms
What is a Bill
It is a proposed law
Can the Senate reject a bill
Yes
Where is the senate located
2 Rideau Street in downtown Ottawa, Ontario
What are the people called in the Senate
Senators
How do you orthography Senate
S E N A T E
What does committee of the whole mean
A meeting where all senators participate
How many Senators are their in Alberta
6
How long can the Senators work in the Senate
Until age 75
How many square meters is the Senate
309 square meters
What is the purpose of the Senate
To provide a sober second thought
What is the name of the power the Senate occupies
Veto power
When was the Senate established
In 1867
What color is the inside of the Senate
Royal Red
They are appointed by the Govern General
What is another name for the Senate
The 'Red Chamber'
what does ISG stand for
Independent Senators Group
How much does a Senator get paid
$178,100
Who was the first Indigenous Senator
James Gladstone in 1958
Which party has the most senators in Canada
Independent Senators Group
What is the Senate
The upper house in Canada's parliament
What does IABSA mean
Independent Advisory Board for Senate Appointments
What powers are unique to the Senate
The Senate has exclusive authority to approve or reject presidential nominations
Why is it called the Senate
The name comes from the ancient Roman Senate. Which means "the elder" or "old man"
What property requirements do you need to have to be a Senate
You must be at least 30, a Canadian citizen, and own land worth at least $4,000
How many seats are their in the Senate
105