Government Basics
This system allows citizens to have a say in how government is run.
a democracy
This level of government is responsible for education.
the federal government
A person who follows laws and helps improve their community.
a responsible citizen
The official power to make legal decisions and judgments.
jurisdiction
Schools
Provincial
These are the three branches of the federal government.
the legislative, executive, and judicial branches
This level of government is responsible for mail delivery.
the federal government
Responsible citizens stand up against these types of injustices. (3)
social, environmental, and economic injustices
Rules made by a municipality or city.
bylaws
National defence and the military
Federal
This branch creates laws.
the legislative branch
This level of government is responsible for parks and garbage collection.
the municipal/local government
Voting is an example of this responsibility.
participating in democracy
Money collected by governments to pay for services.
taxes
Sidewalks, local roads, and recreation centres
Municipal
This branch interprets laws and makes legal decisions.
the judicial branch
The leader of a provincial government is called this.
a premier
This means treating others fairly and respectfully.
equity/fairness
This tax is charged on many goods and services in Ontario.
HST
Hospitals and health care
Provincial
This branch carries out and enforces laws.
the executive branch
The leader of Canada's federal government is called this.
the Prime Minister
Give 3 actions a responsible citizen might take to improve their community. (be specific)
Ms. Mohamed decides if you get the points....
The area represented by an MP
Immigration and citizenship
Federal