canada’s government big shots roles & responsibilities
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Canada’s Government Big Shots
ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Queen
Head of state
All laws must start with “Her Majesty”
Plays a role in our traditions
Queen
Queen Elizabeth II (b.1926)
The constitutional monarch of:
16 sovereign states known as the Commonwealth realms
Head of the 54 member Commonwealth of Nations
The British monarch, Supreme Governor of the Church of England.
Head of State
Governor General of Canada
Queen’s representative in Canada
Oversees the opening of parliamentary sessions
Welcomes foreign dignitaries
Gives medals and awards
Governor General
David Johnston
The 28th Governor General of Canada
PM Stephen Harper announced on July 8, 2010 that Her Majesty The Queen had graciously agreed to the appointment of David Johnston as the 28th Governor General of Canada..
Prime Minister
Represents all Canadians on the international scene
Works with Premiers to make changes that benefit all Canadians
Recommends senators and federal judges
Leads government
Leads his/her political party
Stephen Harper
The 22nd and current Prime Minister of Canada
Leader of the Conservative Party
Member of Parliament (MP) for the riding of Calgary Southwest (ALB)
In office from Feb 2006