The Institutions of Our Federal Government
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CANADA’S SYSTEM OF GOVERNMENT
By the Constitution Act, 1867, “the executive government of and over Canada is declared to continue and be vested in the Queen.” She acts, ordinarily through the Governor General, whom she appoints, on the advice of the Canadian Prime Minister. The Governor General normally holds office for five years, though the tenure may be extended for a year or so.
Parliament consists of the Queen, the Senate and the House of Commons.
