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Cbc: Who's Who in the House of Commons
This visual, interactive, tool is an excellent resource for getting a picture of Canada's minority government and representation in the House of Commons. See the seats held by province, party and gender. Pass the mouse over the seat to...
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Cbc: Liberals, Ndp, Bloc Sign Deal on Proposed Coalition
Follow the details of the accord, to form a coalition government,that was signed by the Liberals, New Democrats, and the Bloc Quebecois as they prepare to try and remove the Conservative Government of Canada through a confidence vote.
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Cbc: The Delicate Role of the Governor General
The article examines the very delicate role that Michaelle Jean, Governor General of Canada, will have during Canada's government crisis as Prime Minister Stephen Harper presents his request to her to prorogue parliament in the face of a...
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Cbc: Who's Who in Harper's New Cabinet
2008 article presents the people in Prime Minister Harper's cabinet. This is a larger cabinet with more women and more Ontario ministers. Listed is their position, Riding and cabinet post.
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Cbc: When the Majority Doesn't Rule
Gain a better understanding about the difficulties faced by a minority government. Get a history of those Canadian Governments that had a minority government since Confederation.
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Cbc: Coalition Government: How Might It Work in Canada
This article focuses on several questions dealing with the possibility of the formation of a coalition government by the Liberals, NDP and the Bloc. It includes the possible options that are open for the Governor General of Canada.