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Canadian Parliament

The Canadian Parliament is the country's legislative body, responsible for making and passing laws. It consists of two main parts: the House of Commons and the Senate. Members of the House of Commons, known as MPs, are elected by the public during federal elections, while Senators are appointed. The Parliament also holds the government accountable by debating issues and asking questions. The Prime Minister, the head of government, is typically the leader of the party with the most seats in the House of Commons. Parliament meets in Ottawa, and its functions are central to Canada's democracy.

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    The Canadian Parliament is the country’s legislative body, responsible for making laws. It consists of two main parts: the House of Commons and the Senate. Members of the House of Commons, called MPs, are elected by the public during federal elections, while Senators are appointed by the Prime Minister. Parliament meets in Ottawa, and its key functions include debating proposed laws, representing citizens, and scrutinizing the government’s actions. The Prime Minister leads the government, which is formed by the political party (or coalition) with the most seats in the House of Commons.