How Canadians Govern ThemselvesThis publication reviews the Canadian system of government and how it operates. It contains chapters on the origins and operation of the parliamentary system; federalism and the Canadian constitution; powers of the national and provincial governments; differences between the Canadian and United States governments; the rule of law and the courts; federal government institutions such as the Queen, Senate, House of Commons, political parties, the Cabinet, and the Prime Minister; a typical session of Parliament; provincial and municipal government; and the evolving nature of Canadian government. Includes lists of governors-general and prime ministers since Confederation. |
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