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Canadian Government

Type of Government Canada is a constitutional monarchy. Since 1534, when the King of France claimed possession of what is now Canada, the history of our country has been marked by the reigns of an uninterrupted succession of monarchs, both French and British.

What is a Constitutional Monarchy? In Canada’s system of government, the power to govern is with the Crown but is entrusted to the government to use on behalf of the people. Queen Elizabeth II is Queen of Canada and Canada's Head of State

What is a Constitutional Monarchy? Ctd. The Governor General and the ten Lieutenant Governors represent the Crown in Canada. These distinguished Canadians act on The Queen's behalf.

Governor General Until 1952 Governor Generals were British citizens and came to Canada to represent the monarchy. Now they are selected by the Prime Minister and are Canadian Citizens

Governor General The Governor General carries out many of the duties of Head of State on behalf of The Queen. The Governor General performs many important responsibilities, such as presiding over the swearing-in of the prime minister, the Chief Justice of Canada and cabinet ministers. The Lieutenant Governors of the provinces perform similar duties at the provincial level.

Role of the Governor General Sign all bills into law in a process called Royal Assent Officially welcomes representatives Reads the Speech from the Throne Promotes pride and awareness of Canada

Canada’s Newest Governor General David Johnston will become Canada's 28th Governor General Friday, October 1st taking over for the departing Michaelle Jean.

Three Branches Executive Branch Legislative Branch Judicial Branch

Executive Branch What It Does This branch carries out the business of the government. The People Involved The Queen (represented by the Governor General), Prime Minister, Cabinet and Civil Servants

Executive Branch ctd. Their Responsibilities Makes decisions and implements them Carries out policies and runs government departments

Legislative Branch What It Does Makes laws. The People Involved Parliament (elected representatives, appointed Senate, Governor General)

Legislative Branch Responsibilities Introduces, debates and passes laws

Judicial Who they are Judges and courts Responsibilities Interprets and enforces laws