Description
Book SynopsisUsing a traditional historical-institutional approach, The Canadian Regime introduces students to the idea of the regime, which is a lens through which they can see how institutions interact with the basic principles of the political order. The authors explain how the Canadian liberal democratic regime was founded on the fundamental principles of liberty, equality, and consent and discuss the ways in which Canada’s institutions have developed and operate in accordance with these principles. The authors also examine how the regime has at times failed to follow these principles, particularly with respect to Canada’s Indigenous peoples in Canada, and how reforms to Canada’s governing institutions challenge historical assumptions concerning parliamentary government and federalism. Now in its seventh edition, The Canadian Regime continues to provide the most accessible introduction to Canadian politics, making Canada’s unique government an
Table of Contents
Part One: Introduction 1. Canada's Regime Principles 2. The Constitution Part Two: A Constitution Similar in Principle to That of the United Kingdom 3. Responsible Government 4. The Crown and Its Servants 5. Parliament 6. Elections 7. Political Parties Part Three: A Constitution Similar in Principle to that of the United States 8. Federalism 9. The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms 10. The Judiciary Conclusion
