1.  CLN4U Unit 2

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

3. 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

4. 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

5. 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

6.  Pages 106- 113  Make notes in your book about the levels of government and the importance of education  Complete Ward vs. Canada (pp 108- 109)  Read: Funding of Religious School (pg. 110- 111) and answer questions 1-3