6SS Canadian

8/12/2019 6SS Canadian

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Welcome to Social Studies!

Essential Question: How does the Canadian government work?

Todays Topic:

Canadian Government and Economy

Date : 09/19/12

Start Time: 11:00 a.m.

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GeorgiaPerformance/Common Core

Standards SS6CG1 The student will compare and contrast

various forms of government.

SS6CG3 The student will explain the structure of the

national government of Canada.


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What are the

characteristics of theU.S. government and

economy?

Since todays session is recorded; discuss

this with your Learning Coach.

Make a chart like you see on the next slide

and fill it in as your discuss. If your LC is

not with you at this time; use the internet

to check for the answers.

(Hints: Who makes laws? How are lawschanged? Who runs the government? How

are leaders determined?)


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What you know about theUnited States government.

Explore:

Who makes laws?

How are laws changed?

Who runs the

government?

How are leadersdetermined?)

What do you want to know?

Your answers go here.


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Canadian Government

Governmental Power is divided between federal andprovincial leadership.

Representative Democracyvoters choose leaders

Democracy PARLIAMENTARY

Voters elect leaders to a lawmaking bodyparliament

Made up of the House of Commons, Senate, &

Governor General (Queen)

Parliamentary choses PRIME MINISTER

Runs the government

Head of the executive branch of the government Canadas Prime Minister is Stephen Harper

Stephen Harper


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3 Levels of Canadian Government

FEDERAL

PROVINCIAL

MUNICIPAL

National defense

Foreign affairs

Employment insurance

Banking

Federal taxes

Post office

Copyright law

Criminal law

Provincial taxes

HospitalsPrisons

Education

Marriage

Property and civil rightsRules of the road

Age of majorityw

Building permits and zoning

City parksPublic transportation

Collection of garbage and

recycling

Water and sewer services

Fire preventionCity roads and sidewalks

Licensing and control of pets


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1. Which type of government best

describes Canada?

a. Autocraticb. Democratic

2. Which level of government is responsible

for education in Canada?

a. Federalb. Provincial

c. Municipal

3. Who makes up the Canadian

parliament?

4. Which federal official is appointed by the

Queen?


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And the answers are:

1. B

2. B

3. House of Commons, Senate and Governor General

4. Governor General


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Parliament

House of Commons Most powerful body ofParliament.

Members are elected by districts

across Canada

Usually introduce legislation

(laws)

Senate Members are appointed by thegovernor general with the

advice of the Prime Minister

Can also introduce legislation

Governor General This role is primarily symbolicor ceremonial

Appointed by the queen with

the advice of the Prime Minister


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Canadas Constitution It is NOTa single

document!

The CanadianConstitution Consistsof a collection of 25written documents

AND SeveralunwrittenTraditions.


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Written Documents

Constitution Act 1867

Constitution Act 1982

Charter of Rights andFreedoms

14 Acts of BritishParliament

4 British Orders-In-Council

7 Canadian Acts

Traditions and Customs

Prime Minister

Political Parties Cabinet

Responsible Government

the Prime Minister and

Cabinet must have thesupport of the House in

order to stay in office

Canadas Constitution


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Protects the liberties of Canadian citizens.

It is similar to our Bill of Rights.


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CANADAS ECONOMY


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Free Market Economy People are free to buy, sell, and produce whatever they

want, with limited government involvement

Consists of BUSINESS OWNERS and CONSUMERS Individuals can invest in businesses or save their money

is a savings account

Government provides health care for citizens

Government regulates broadcasting, transport, and powercompanies.


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How do Canadians make money?

AtlanticOverfishing has weakened fishing industry.Most people work in manufacturing, mining and tourism

Central and Eastern(Quebec and Ontario area) Paperindustry, hydroelectric power

Business are reluctant to invest in Quebec due to politicaluncertainty

OntarioGreatest wealth in Canada. Agriculture,manufacturing, forestry and mining

The WestFarming and ranching, British Columbia is

the largest producer of newsprint (newspaper paper) inthe world; also mining, fishing, and tourism

The NorthThe territories. Main resources areminerals.


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North American Free Trade Agreement NAFTA (also known as the North American Free Trade

Agreement)

The United States, Canada, and Mexico participate in free

trade

Goods flow freely between these countries, most traderestrictions and barriers have been removed.


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Venn DiagramUse a Venn diagram to

list the differences andsimilarities betweenthe US and Canadian

governments.

CANADA U.S.A.

BOTH


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Independent Practice!Now, it is your turn to show what you learned. Please log into Study Island (or Coach,

USA, etc) and complete the following lesson (s):

Subject: Social Studies - CANADA

Topic: Canadian Government and Economy

Lesson: 2c(parts 1 and 3) and 2d(DO NOT TAKE THE QUIZ!!!!!)

Review the Lessons Only!

Now, it is your turn to show what you learned. Please log into the OLS and complete

the following lesson assessments:

Subject: Social Studies - CANADA

Unit: 2

Lesson: 6 and 9

If you do not receive a score of 80% or higher, then please review the entire OLS

lesson and also attend open office with specific questions.

and or


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QuEsTIoNs?

Social Studies Open Office is Friday afternoon at 2:30 PM. If youdo not have any questions then please complete your assignments

in the OLS and Study Island and you may log out at this time.

See you MONDAY!!!


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THANK YOU FOR ATTENDING TODAYYou will find the recorded link for this session on

the daily plan of your OLS once it has posted.

Georgia Performance Standard:

SS6CG1

The student will compare and contrast various forms of

government.

SS6CG3

The student will explain the structure of the national government

of Canada.

Lorraine Simcox 6thGrade SS TeacherGeorgia Cyber Academy

The mission of the Georgia Cyber Academy is to provide an exemplary educational

experience to students in a unique and individualized setting.