Question 439

The document that defined the responsibilities for federal and provincial governments in 1867 was the British North America Act. What is this Act known as today?

  1. AThe Constitution Act, 1867
  2. BThe Canadian Charter of Rights
  3. CThe Federal Powers Act
  4. DThe Royal Proclamation
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Correct answer: A) The Constitution Act, 1867

Explanation

The British North America Act of 1867 outlined the division of powers between the federal and provincial governments. This foundational document is now officially known as the Constitution Act, 1867.

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