The House of Commons: Senators and Members of Parliament

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The House of Commons: Senators and Members of Parliament The Senate is the upper house of Parliament VS. The House of Commons as the lower house of Parliament

Canadian senate divisions Seats are assigned on a regional basis 24 seats are assigned to Ontario, Quebec, the Maritime provinces, and the Western provinces The remaining 9 seats are assigned to Newfoundland & Labrador and the three territories

What is a Senator? Selection Process and Qualifications Senators are not elected. The are appointed by the Governor General on the advice of the Prime Minister (105 seats) Senators must: Be at least 30 years old and retire by the age of 75 Live and own property in the Canadian province or territory that they represent Backgrounds of Senators include former provincial premiers, cabinet ministers and business people from many economic sectors. This wide range of experience provides an expertise that helps with their investigations.

What is a Senator? Examine and revise the legislation Roles and Responsibilities Examine and revise the legislation provide a “sober, second thought” review federal legislation clause by clause have the power to introduce bills Investigate national Canadian issues contribute to in-depth studies on public issues Represent regional, provincial and minority interests meet and consider regional impact of legislation represent the rights of groups/individuals who may be overlooked

What is a Senator? Watchdog on government (checks & balances) Roles and Responsibilities Watchdog on government (checks & balances) provide a detailed review of all legislation routinely question and challenge the Leader of the Government Party Supporters supports a political party and plays a role in its operation

What is a Member of Parliament? Selection Process and Qualifications MP’s are elected in a general election

What is a Member of Parliament? Roles and Responsibilities Representing constituents in Parliament the ‘people’s’ representatives in the House of Commons maintain a high profile Making Laws influence legislation through debates Watchdogs on Government (checks & balances) influence federal government policy raise policy issues and concerns

What is a Member of Parliament? Roles and Responsibilities Party Supporters usually belong to a political party and plays a role in it’s operation Offices maintain two offices with staff for which they are responsible (Parliament Hill and in their constituency)