October 9, Slides 5-8 Flashcards
What is the first step in the Canadian law-making process?
The law-making process begins when the Prime Minister and Cabinet introduce a proposed bill. This bill outlines the intended legislation and is submitted for review and debate.
What role do committees play in the Canadian law-making process?
Committees thoroughly examine the bill, discussing and debating its implications. They may suggest changes or amendments before passing the bill back to the House of Commons for further approval.
How is a bill approved in the House of Commons and Senate?
Both the House of Commons and Senate must review and vote on the bill. Each chamber must pass the bill, often after debates and potential amendments, for it to proceed further.
What is the final step before a bill becomes law in Canada?
After approval by the House of Commons and Senate, the bill is sent to the Governor General, who gives Royal Assent. Once this occurs, the bill officially becomes law.
What is the structure of the Canadian Parliament?
The Canadian Parliament is bicameral, consisting of the House of Commons with 338 elected Members of Parliament (MPs) and the Senate with 105 appointed Senators.
How are members of the House of Commons chosen?
Members of the House of Commons are elected by Canadian citizens in federal elections using the single-member plurality system (first-past-the-post).
What is the role of the Senate in Canadian Parliament?
The Senate reviews and suggests amendments to legislation passed by the House of Commons, representing regional, minority, and sectoral interests. Senators are appointed by the Governor General on the advice of the Prime Minister.
Why is the Canadian Parliament described as bicameral?
It has two chambers: the House of Commons (elected) and the Senate (appointed), ensuring both popular representation and regional balance.
What does the map of the 2021 federal election results represent?
The map displays the regional distribution of seats won by political parties across Canada in the House of Commons. Each color corresponds to a political party, showcasing their geographical strongholds.
Which regions showed strong support for the Conservative Party in the 2021 federal election?
The Conservative Party (blue) had strong support in the Prairies, Alberta, and rural areas of British Columbia and Ontario.
How did the Liberal Party perform in the 2021 federal election?
The Liberal Party (red) dominated in urban areas, especially in Ontario and Quebec, securing a minority government.
Where was the New Democratic Party (NDP) most successful in the 2021 federal election?
The NDP (orange) won seats primarily in British Columbia and parts of Ontario, maintaining a presence as the third-largest party in the House of Commons.
What role did regional parties play in the 2021 federal election?
The Bloc Québécois (light blue) performed strongly in Quebec, representing Quebec nationalist interests, while other smaller parties had limited impact nationally.
