Question 1

Since 1867, how many formal constitutional amendments have been adopted that directly affect the federal-provincial division of powers?

Accepted Answer

D

Question 2

What is NOT a characteristic of cooperative federalism?

Accepted Answer

In cooperative federalism, conflicts between the federal and provincial governments are typically resolved through negotiation and compromise rather than by judicial review in the courts.

Question 3

The depression qualified as an emergency in terms of the emergency doctrine interpretation of the Peace, Order, and Good Government clause.

Accepted Answer

The depression did not qualify as an emergency in terms of the emergency doctrine interpretation of the Peace, Order, and Good Government clause.

Question 4

Between 1867 and 1945, what type of federalism was classified as the first period of Canadian federalism?

Accepted Answer

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Question 5

The Social Union Framework Agreement was embraced by Quebec.

Accepted Answer

The Social Union Framework Agreement was opposed by Quebec.

Question 6

The Canada Health Act allows the federal government to penalize provinces that do not cover all necessary health services provided by hospitals and medical practitioners.

Accepted Answer

The Canada Health Act sets the national standards for health care coverage in Canada, and it includes provisions for penalties to be imposed on provinces that fail to comply with these standards. Specifically, provinces can be penalized if they do not provide coverage for all necessary hospital and medical services, as defined by the Act.

Question 7

The federally-appointed lieutenant governor has an alternative to giving royal assent to a provincial law.

Accepted Answer

The lieutenant governor can use their power of reservation, which means they can refuse to give royal assent to a provincial law and send it back to the provincial legislature with suggested amendments.

Question 8

Which section of the Constitution Act, 1867 covers provincial powers?

Accepted Answer

Section 92 of the Constitution Act, 1867 outlines the powers and responsibilities of the provincial governments in Canada. These include areas such as healthcare, education, natural resources, and property and civil rights within the province.

Question 9

Province-building refers to the creation of provinces in the northern territories.

Accepted Answer

Province-building refers to developing strong provinces.

Question 10

What form of federalism are federal-provincial and first ministers conferences an aspect of?

Accepted Answer

Federal-provincial and first ministers conferences are an aspect of executive federalism which involves intergovernmental cooperation and collaboration between the federal government and the provincial governments. These conferences are typically headed by the Prime Minister and provincial premiers, and provide a platform for discussing issues of national importance and advancing shared policy goals. The resulting agreements and initiatives are implemented by executive actors such as government agencies and departments, rather than through legislation or the courts.

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT a condition of the Canada Health Act, 1984?

Accepted Answer

The Canada Health Act does not include a condition of being "independent". The Act does, however, outline the conditions of being comprehensive, universal, portable, publicly administered, and accessible.

Question 12

A conditional grant is given by the provinces to Ottawa providing it meets certain conditions.

Accepted Answer

A conditional grant is given by Ottawa to the provinces providing they meet certain conditions.

Question 13

In-between the two world wars, Canada experienced a period of classical federalism.

Accepted Answer

This is true. Classical federalism refers to a system of government in which power is shared between a central government and provincial or state governments. During this period, Canada had a strong central government and provincial governments had limited powers.

Question 14

What is NOT a concurrently shared power between the federal and provincial governments?

Accepted Answer

Trade and commerce are generally considered exclusive powers of the federal government, not shared concurrently with provincial governments.

Question 15

In the Constitution, the provincial taxation powers are restricted to sales taxes.

Accepted Answer

In the Constitution, the provincial taxation powers are restricted to direct taxes.

Question 16

The Macdonald era from 1867 to 1896 can be labelled one of classical federalism.

Accepted Answer

The Macdonald era from 1867 to 1896 can be labelled one of quasi-federalism.

Question 17

During the period of executive federalism, political parties and the public were given large roles in the decision-making process.

Accepted Answer

In executive federalism, political parties and the public were not given much role in decision making processes.

Question 18

Which term describes a division of powers between central and regional governments such that neither is subordinate to the other?

Accepted Answer

Federalism is a system of government in which power is divided between a central government and individual states or provinces. In this system, neither the central nor regional government is subordinate to the other, and they each have their own exclusive powers. This is different from a unitary government, where power is concentrated in the central government and regional authorities are subordinate to it. Provincialism refers to a focus on local or regional issues, while constitutionalism refers to adherence to a constitution as the basis for government authority.

Question 19

Which statement best describes the Canadian Health and Social Transfer?

Accepted Answer

The Canadian Health and Social Transfer lumped health, postsecondary education, and social assistance grants together, resulting in a single transfer payment from the federal government to the provinces.

Question 20

What has been the result of judicial interpretations of the Peace, Order, and Good Government clause?

Accepted Answer

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Quiz 18: The Federal System