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Canadian Government Organization

Learn about government institutions in the federal and provincial governments of Canada and what they do. This section covers the prime minister and premiers, parliament and provincial legislatures, government departments, and the courts.
  1. Quick Index to Governments (16)
  2. Federal Government
  3. Provincial Governments

Parliament of Canada - An Introduction

Learn the basics about the Parliament of Canada, the legislative branch of the Canadian federal government.

The Prime Minister of Canada

Find out about the most powerful role in Canadian politics and those who have held the position of Prime Minister of Canada.

Canadian Prime Ministers Since Confederation

There have been 22 Prime Ministers of Canada since 1867, and most of them have been lawyers. Here are their biographies.

Role of Provincial Premiers in Canada

As heads of government in the provinces, Canadian premiers have a lot of influence and the responsibilities to go with it.

Canadian Provincial Premiers Since Confederation

The head of government in each province and territory in Canada is the Premier. Here is an index to Canadian Premiers since 1867.

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