canadian Government and Elections 5

Question 1

What is the role of the Governor General in the Canadian federal election process?

Accepted Answer

Issuing the writs of election that officially start the election process

Answer

The Governor General issues the writs of election on the advice of the Prime Minister, formally launching a federal election.

Question 2

How many seats are in the Canadian House of Commons as of recent redistributions?

Accepted Answer

343

Answer

Following the 2022 electoral redistribution, the House of Commons increased to 343 seats, effective for elections after that redistribution.

Question 3

Which body is responsible for drawing the boundaries of federal electoral districts in Canada?

Accepted Answer

Independent Electoral Boundaries Commissions

Answer

Independent Electoral Boundaries Commissions, one per province, are appointed to redraw riding boundaries after each census.

Question 4

In Canadian parliamentary tradition, what does it mean when the government loses a 'confidence vote'?

Accepted Answer

The Prime Minister must resign or ask the Governor General to dissolve Parliament

Answer

Losing a confidence vote means the government no longer has the support of the House, so the Prime Minister must resign or request an election.

Question 5

Which level of government in Canada has jurisdiction over national defence?

Accepted Answer

The federal government

Answer

National defence is an exclusive federal responsibility under the Constitution Act, 1867.

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