Chapter 3 Vocab Flashcards
Amending Formula
procedure for changing the constitution
Bill
proposed legislation, or proposed law.
Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms
A section of the Constitution Act, 1982, which sets out constitutionally protected rights and freedoms
Civil Liberties
Basic individual rights protected by law, such as freedom of speech
Executive Branch
The administrative branch of government responsible for carrying out the government’s plans and policies
Federal System
- a two-level system of governing
- responsibilities for governing would be between the central government and provincial government
- each level has exclusive control over its own jurisdictions
- central government could overrule a provisional law if it was in the best interest of all Canadians.
Government of Public Bill
legislation proposed by a Cabinet Minister
Intra Vires
within the power of the government to pass laws
Ultra Vires
beyond the power of government to pass laws
Judiciary
the branch of government responsible for presiding over Canada’s court system
Legislative Branch
the branch of government that has the power to make, change, and repeal laws
Lobby Groups
people who try to influence legislators in favour of their cause
Patriate
to bring legislative power under the authority of the country to which it applies
Principle of Equalization
Section 36 of the Constitution Act, 1982, which provides for equal access to essential services for all Canadians
Private Member’s Bill
legislation proposed by an MP who is not in the Cabinet
