Get to Know Your Government
Did you know the responsibilities of federal, provincial, and municipal governments are defined by the Constitution Act of 1867? Learn about their roles.
Federal Government (Canada) Main focus: National and international affairs Responsibilities include: • Airports and air travel • Criminal law (Criminal Code) • Currency and banking • Defence (Canadian Armed Forces) • Employment Insurance (EI) • Fisheries and oceans • Foreign affairs and international trade • Immigration and citizenship • Indigenous affairs • Postal service • Telecommunications and internet regulation
Provincial Government (Ontario) Main focus: Regional issues and services Responsibilities include: • Colleges and
Municipal Government
(Norfolk County) Main focus: Services and infrastructure Responsibilities include: • Building permits and inspections • Garbage collection • Libraries and community centers • Local police and fire services • Local roads and snow removal • Parks and recreation
universities, and education (K-12)
• Healthcare
(hospitals, OHIP)
• Labour laws
(minimum wage, workplace safety) • Liquor and cannabis regulation • Natural resources and the environment • Property and civil rights • Provincial courts • Social services (social assistance, disability, policy, regulations, funding)
• Property taxes • Public transit • Social services
program delivery and direct support to community members
• Water and sewage • Zoning and land use planning
• Transportation
(provincial highways)
Contacting the correct level of government will help you get the best outcome.
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