Test your knowledge of the Canadian legal system and its key components, including common law, civil law, and indigenous legal principles. Explore the division of powers between the federal and provincial/territorial governments, and learn about the roles of the Parliament of Canada.

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The Canadian legal system is solely based on English common law.

False

The Parliament of Canada consists of the House of Commons and the Senate.

True

Provinces and territories in Canada have the power to create laws within their areas of jurisdiction.

True

Each province and territory in Canada has its own legislative assembly or parliament.

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Indigenous legal principles are not considered as part of the Canadian legal system.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Canadian Legal System

The Canadian legal system is based solely on English common law.

Structure of the Canadian Parliament

The Parliament of Canada consists of two main components: the House of Commons and the Senate.

Provincial and Territorial Law-Making Powers

Provinces and territories in Canada have the authority to create laws within their respective areas of jurisdiction.
Each province and territory has its own legislative assembly or parliament.