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Which level handles national defence?

The federal government is responsible for national defence because the Canadian Constitution assigns matters of national and international importance, such as f

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Question: Which level handles national defence?

Answer options: ✅ Federal

  • Provincial
  • Municipal
  • Crown

Correct answer: Federal

Explanation: The federal government is responsible for national defence because the Canadian Constitution assigns matters of national and international importance, such as foreign affairs and citizenship, to the federal level. Provincial governments instead handle regional services like healthcare and education, while municipal governments manage local affairs like snow removal. The Crown represents the sovereign and is not a functional level of government. Knowing the specific division of powers among the federal, provincial, and municipal levels of government is a highly tested concept on the citizenship exam to ensure candidates understand Canada's governing structure.

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