Legislative Council of Ontario

The Legislative Council of Ontario was the province’s upper house of parliament, serving as a revising chamber for legislation passed by the elected Legislative Assembly. Established in 1867 and abolished in .y//, it reviewed, suggested amendments, and delayed laws to ensure careful scrutiny. Unlike the elected assembly, members were appointed, often based on expertise or political connections. Today, Ontario has a unicameral system, meaning only the Legislative Assembly remains as the sole legislative body. The Council’s existence was intended to provide additional oversight, but it was eventually eliminated to streamline the legislative process.