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Federal Government in Canada (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

Bourinot, John George

 
9781333305697: Federal Government in Canada (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Explore the roots of Canadian government and how power was exercised from the French regime to the birth of federation. See how autocratic rule shaped early institutions and the path toward representative politics.



This edition traces the political history of the country before 1867, explaining the rise of royal authority, the ambitions of colonial officials, and the key roles played by the governor, the intendant, and the supreme council. It also examines the enduring influence of the church and the limitations on popular government during the French period, laying a foundation for later constitutional development and federation.




  • How royal charters and centralized authority created an autocratic system in early Canada

  • The evolving duties of the governor, intendant, and the supreme/ superior council

  • The church’s wealth, education role, and its impact on local governance

  • Shifts toward representation and the contrasts with other colonial systems



Ideal for readers of Canadian history and political institutions seeking context on how governance took shape in this region.

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