Canada notes continued

3 main indigenous groups: 1. Inuit 2. Metis 3. First Nations History & government 3 main indigenous groups: 1. Inuit 2. Metis 3. First Nations

French explorers helped establish claims to the region. history French explorers helped establish claims to the region. Britain arrived later.

Both countries were drawn to riches in the region. Canada was created as a dominion to Great Britain.

Canada is a constitutional monarchy. It has 3 levels: Government Canada is a constitutional monarchy. It has 3 levels:

3 Levels of government 1. Federal 2. Provincial 3. Municipal/Local

Federal government of Canada: has 3 elements 1. sovereign – includes the Queen of England and the Governor General who is appointed by the Queen

2. Parliament – includes the House of Commons and Senate This element is led by the Prime Minister who is the official head of government

3. Supreme Court of Canada – the highest court in the country

Demonstrate the 3 levels AND elements of Canada’s federal government Assignment Demonstrate the 3 levels AND elements of Canada’s federal government