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Structure of Canada's Government - Coggle Diagram
Structure of Canada's Government
Legislative
House of Commons
The place in Ottawa where bills are proposed and MPs work
Also known as Canadian Parliament
Members of Parliament are voted for in elections in their own riding
Accountable to the constituents in their riding
Held accountable through the election process
Senate (Upper Chamber)
Represents minority voices
Appointed not elected
Usually career politicians OR respected experts in their field
Acts as a check/balance on the House of Commons
A bicameral system, meaning it has two parts (senate and the House of Commons)
Judicial
Includes all federal courts
Includes the Supreme Court of Canada
The highest court in Canada; once they decide something it cannot be challenged by another court
Includes provincial courts
Sorts out disputes and applies the law
Executive
Prime Minister of Canada
Currently held by Justin Trudeau
The British Monarchy
Represented by the Governor General
Mainly a ceremonial role; provides Royal Assent to sign off laws
Cabinet Ministers
Includes: Education, Health, Defense, Transportation, Trade, Infrastructure, Youth Services, Elder Services, Trade, Foreign Affairs, Inclusion and Equality, etc
MPs from the ruling party chosen by the Prime Minister