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What is the Canadian form of government?

Canada is a constitutional monarchy, parliamentary democracy and a federation.


How did the british government assist the loyalists to settle in Canada?

After the American Revolution, the British government helped loyalists to settle in Canada. The British government offered them Canadian land in exchange for their service.


How does the Canadian government enforce its immigration laws?

Immigrations laws are enforced by two federal government departments - Citizenship and Immigration Canada and Canada Border Services Agency. They also work with the Canadian police, the Canadian Security Intelligence Services, and the Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness to enforce these laws.


Why and how did Louis riel make his own government?

Louis Riel established his own government in response to the grievances of the Métis people in Canada, particularly regarding land rights and cultural preservation during the westward expansion of Canadian settlers. In 1869, he led the Red River Resistance, asserting control over Fort Garry and organizing a provisional government to negotiate terms with the Canadian government. Riel aimed to protect Métis interests and ensure their rights were recognized in the new Canadian Confederation. This move ultimately culminated in the creation of the Manitoba Act in 1870, which created the province of Manitoba and addressed some Métis concerns.


The two European powers that fought over control of the territory that became Canada were the?

The British Empire and France were the two European powers to fight over Canadian territory.

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When Northwest territories joined Canada?

Rupert's Land and the Northwest Territories were transferred from Britain to Canada on July 15, 1870. The Province of Manitoba was created by the Canadian government on the same day.


Does the Canadian government control the distribution of news in Canada?

Of course not! But the government does provide funding to the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC). The CBC has a news division, which is independent of government influence.


What is the name of the currency in the northwest territory?

The currency used in the Northwest Territories, Canada, is the Canadian Dollar (CAD). The Canadian Dollar is also the official currency of Canada and is subdivided into 100 cents.


What are the names of the six territoies in Canada?

Canada has 3 territories, not 6. They are Nunavut, Northwest Territories and Yukon


To whom does the Canadian Government offer Canada Student Loans?

The Canadian Government offers Canada Student Loans to eligible full and part-time post-secondary students in most provinces and territories; however, Quebec, the Northwest Territories and Nunavut do not participate in the Canada Student Loans program. Instead they offer their own financial assistance programs for the students.


What is the story behind the Northwest Territories and Canadian Confederation?

The Northwest Territories (NWT) played a crucial role in Canadian Confederation, which began in 1867. Initially, the region was largely unpopulated and governed by the Hudson's Bay Company, but its vast resources and strategic location made it essential for the development of Canada. The British government transferred control of the NWT to Canada in 1870, allowing for expansion and settlement. This incorporation facilitated the establishment of a transcontinental railway and contributed to the economic and political integration of the nation.


Who started Air Canada?

Canadian Government


What is the population of Northwest Territories?

Statistics Canada has estimated that, as of January 1, 2012, the population of Northwest Territories was 43,346.


Who leads the Canadian Government?

The Canadian Crown is Canada's main governmental system. The Canadian Crown is the foundation of the executive, legislative, and judicial branches of the Canadian government.


Do any of the oil companys in Canada have Canadian ownership by the Canadian people?

Not anymore. At one time Petro-Canada was owned by the Canadian government but it no longer is.


Where is saskatchuan Canada?

Saskatchewan is in the Canadian Praries. It borders Manitoba, Alberta, the Northwest Territories and the USA.


Who made the NWT join confederation?

The Northwest territories joined the confederation in 1870. The Northwest Territories joined because the Hudson Bay Company, which owned those lands, sold them to the Canadian Government. Manitoba was included in those lands.The Northwest territories also joined for the railway Canada offered.