1. Civics Canadian Government Canadian Government - Monarchy
- Parliament Overview
1. The Queen 2. The Senate 3. The House of Commons
The Queen
- Canada’s Government is a Constitutional Monarchy.
- Elizabeth II is the Queen of Canada and the Head of State
- She appoints a representative to Canada to help perform her duties.
- The Prime Minister “Advises” the Queen on this appointment.
- Since 1952 (Vincent Massey) the Queen has appointed a Canadian citizen
- The Governor-General of Canada lives in Rideau Hall in Ottawa and the Citadelle of Quebec in Quebec City

2. Civics Canadian Government Canadian Government - Monarchy
Role of the Governor-General
Summons Parliament – Speech from the Throne
Disolves Parliament – Calls an Election
Give Royal Assent to Canadian Laws
Swears in the Prime Minister and Cabinet
Represents Canada and Canadians as Head of State
Issues Awards – The Order of Canada Terry Fox
Commander and Chief of the Canadian Armed Forces
Governor–General Delegate – Juli Payette
His Excellency David Johnston, Govenor – General of Canada