Chapter 5 – How Canadians Govern Themselves
What are the three key facts about Canada’s system of government? Canada is a federal state, a parliamentary democracy and a constitutional monarchy What are the levels of government in Canada? Federal, provincial, territorial and municipal When were the responsibilities of the federal and provincial governments defined? 1867 What is the former […]
Chapter 9 – Canada’s Economy
In what year did Canada enact free trade with the United States? 1988 What does “NAFTA” mean? North American Free Trade Agreement What is the NAFTA agreement? Free trade between Canada, the United States and Mexico Canada’s economy is among the top: 10 What are Canada’s main types of industries? Service, manufacturing and natural resources […]
Chapter 7 – Canada Justice System
In the Canadian justice system, what is the “presumption of innocence”? Everyone is innocent until proven guilty Canada’s legal system based on: The rule of law, freedom under the law, democratic principles and due process In the Canadian justice system, what is “due process”? The principle that the government must respect all of legal rights […]
Chapter 4 – Modern Canada
What began Canada’s modern energy industry in 1947? The discovery of oil in Alberta When were the majority of Canadians able to afford adequate food, shelter and clothing for the first time? 1951 Why do Canadians enjoy one of the world’s highest standards of living? By working hard and by trading with other nations When […]