 CLN4U Unit 2.  The constitution is the framework around all other laws are based  The key point: outlines the powers of each level of government 

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 CLN4U Unit 2

 The constitution is the framework around all other laws are based  The key point: outlines the powers of each level of government  Can be written or unwritten

1. Written Constitution  Constitution Act 1867 (BNA Act)  Constitution Act 1982  Basic structure of the government  Amending formula (we will learn this) to change the constitution  Includes the Charter of Rights and Freedoms

2. Unwritten Constitutional Measures  Conventions that explain the rules of political conduct  Follow the United Kingdom’s structure (as it says)  Ex. A Cabinet minister will resign if he/she disagrees with the PM and the rest of the cabinet (Cabinet solidarity)  Ex. The constitution outlines that we will have a structure similar to Britain’s- no mention of Prime Ministers

3. Court Decisions  Courts are called upon to resolve disputes about the meaning or intent of the constitution  It is a living document  Government must comply with the court and change laws or make new laws

 Pages  Make notes in your book about the levels of government and the importance of education  Complete Ward vs. Canada (pp )  Read: Funding of Religious School (pg ) and answer questions 1-3