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Canada has a Bicameral system of parliament. House of commons the lower house has 308 members elected through general elections, where every member represents a specific constituency. Members of senate are nominated by Governor General on advice of Prime Minister. The leader of the party with most members in House of Commons is generally elected as prime minister.
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How are judges picked in Canada?
Judges in Canada are appointed and not elected.
What is title of provincial leader?
The title of Provincial leaders in Canada is 'Premier'
Is Canada's leader a Premier or prime minister?
in Canada provinces are lead by premiers and the nation is lead by a prime minister
In Canada what is the head political official in a province called?
The political head of a provincial or territorial government in Canada is usually called a "premier," which is French for "first." In Ontario and Quebec, the term "prime minister" is occasionally used. In days of yore, Canada's prime minister was also called the "premier."
Does Canada have representatives if so are they elected?
The people who are elected are called Members of Parliament, or MP's. The leader of the party with the most elected MP's becomes the Prime Minister.
What is the official name for a elected leader in provincial government?
The official name for an elected leader in provincial government is typically "Premier." The Premier serves as the head of the provincial government, overseeing the administration and implementation of provincial laws and policies. In some jurisdictions, the title may vary, but "Premier" is the most commonly used term in many countries, including Canada and Australia.
How many current Canadian premiers right now?
As of October 2023, Canada has ten provincial premiers and three territorial leaders. Each province has its own elected premier, while the territories are led by a premier as well. The total number of leaders in Canada’s provinces and territories amounts to thirteen.
How is a premier chosen?
a premier is chosen by being elected upon by the people in that particular area.
Is the premier of Ontario elected or appointed?
The Premier of Ontario is appointed by the Lieutenant Governor, on the basis of the composition of the elected legislature. For this reason, the Premier often appears to be elected, since their appointment is frequently the direct result of an election. However, a new Premier can also take office without an election if the old Premier resigns.
Is a premier a leader of the local government?
A Premier is usually the elected leader of a province of a larger country.
Who was the FIRST premier of Ontario?
The first Premier of the Province of Ontario was John Sandfield MacDonald; elected Sept 3, 1867.(Not to be confused with Sir John Alexander MacDonald who was the first Prime Minister of Canada)
Who was the youngest elected premier of New Brunswick?
Bernard Lord
How long has Gordon Campbell been Premier?
He was re-elected in 2009
Who was the first elected premier of British Columbia?
John Foster McCreight
What do they call the leader of a province in Canada?
Premier
Who was Victoria's first female premier?
Joan Kirner became Victoria's first female Premier when John Cain resigned as Premier in August 1990 and she was elected Labor leader.
Who is the premier of the Northwest Territories of Canada?
The current premier (as of 07/08/13) is Bob McLeod.
