Asked by Madeline Boutot on May 12, 2024
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Which of the following is correct with respect to the Supreme Court of Canada?
A) The Supreme Court of Canada is always subject to decisions made by the federal parliament.
B) The Supreme Court of Canada can make some decisions that bind both the federal parliament and provincial legislatures.
C) The Supreme Court of Canada only deals with disputes arising from matters in the federal system (matters given to the federal parliament under the Constitution Act, 1867) .
D) The Supreme Court of Canada has the power to override parliament in all areas.
E) The Supreme Court of Canada is made up of three judges from each province and one from each territory, although a quorum consists of only nine judges.
Federal Parliament
The national legislative body in a federal system of government, with powers to enact laws for the entire country.
Provincial Legislatures
The law-making bodies in each of Canada's provinces, responsible for passing laws and regulations within provincial jurisdiction.
Constitution Act, 1867
A foundational statute that established Canada's federal structure of government and the division of powers between the federal and provincial levels.
- Comprehend the influence and significance of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms within Canadian legal frameworks.
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Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the influence and significance of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms within Canadian legal frameworks.
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