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The Federal Government

Canada's federal government is a federation of ten provinces and two territories, each with its own government, which collectively forms the nation. The House of Commons, the lower house of Parliament, is composed of Members of Parliament representing electoral districts, while the Senate, the upper house, is appointed and aims to balance regional representation. There are ongoing discussions about Senate reform to transition it to an elected body due to concerns over representation from smaller provinces.

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The Federal Government

Canada's federal government is a federation of ten provinces and two territories, each with its own government, which collectively forms the nation. The House of Commons, the lower house of Parliament, is composed of Members of Parliament representing electoral districts, while the Senate, the upper house, is appointed and aims to balance regional representation. There are ongoing discussions about Senate reform to transition it to an elected body due to concerns over representation from smaller provinces.

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8.

The federal government


- Federation comprising ten provinces and two territories.
- Each province and territory operates with its own government.
- All entities merge to create one nation.
- The collective government is known as the "federal government."
- Provinces wield considerable authority relative to the federal government.

9. The House of Commons the Senate


 the house of Commons
- Lower house of the Canadian parliament.
- Members of Parliament (MPs) represent electoral districts.
- Electoral districts based on population, leading to more MPs from urban
areas.
- Ontario and Quebec have the most seats due to their higher populations.
- Discontent among smaller population provinces regarding representation.
 government formation
- MPs belong to political parties; winning party forms the government.
- Prime Minister is the leader of the winning party.
- Cabinet, chosen by the Prime Minister, oversees various governmental
responsibilities.
 the Senate
- Upper house of the Canadian parliament.
- Appointed by the Governor General on the Prime Minister's
recommendation.
- Not elected; analogous to the UK's House of Lords.
- Senators chosen to balance regional representation.
- Calls for Senate reform to make it an elected body.

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