Workbook 3 Activity 3

Activity 3: The Legislative Branch

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Many schools have an active parent council that involves parents making decisions to improve the school community. Some parent councils ask the student body to nominate, appoint, or elect student representatives to join the councils to ensure the voices of students in the school are heard and considered during the council's decision-making process.

The way that a student might be selected to represent the student body on the parent council is similar to how Canadians choose representatives to serve them in Canada's federal government.

An important role for the student is to be answerable or accountable to the student body and parents.

accountable: responsible; requiring that one can explain his or her actions

The concept of accountability is a core value of politics in Canada. The government maintains accountability through its daily processes and federal elections.

To understand accountability better, begin by considering this question: How accountable are you?

Test yourself with the Accountability Quiz. 

Click on one of the links below to access the quiz.

Accountability Quiz (Word)
Accountability Quiz (pdf)
Accountability Quiz (Google Doc)


In this activity you will investigate these questions:

How are Members of Parliament and senators selected?

Are Members of Parliament and senators answerable to you?

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