Category: Canada

As a legacy left by the colonisation of North America by France and Great Britain, Canadian bijuralism is an expression of the coexistence of the civil law and common law legal traditions in Canada. This coexistence found its first formal expression in the Quebec Act, 1774. Why is Canada considered a Bijural country? Canada is […]

Canada has not been a ‘British colony’ since 1867. Just like Australia has not been a British colony since 1901 and New Zealand since 1907. The Queen’s role is ceremonial but she is still our head of state and the Queen of Canada and Queen of many other Commonwealth realms. Does England still own Canada […]

In Canada, there are two different “jurisdictions”: provincial and federal. This division arose from the British North America (BNA) Act, which served as Canada’s constitution until 1982. What are Canadian jurisdictions? Canadian Jurisdictions means each of the Provinces of British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba and Ontario. What are the 13 territories in Canada? Provinces and […]

No, Canada isn’t required to change its money after Queen Elizabeth’s death. Although Queen Elizabeth II is on the Canadian $20 bill and its coins, there isn’t a law that requires the country to update its currency for King Charles III. Will currency change when Charles is King? The notes are expected to enter circulation […]

Do I still need to file a U.S. tax return? Yes, if you are a U.S. citizen or a resident alien living outside the United States, your worldwide income is subject to U.S. income tax, regardless of where you live. However, you may qualify for certain foreign earned income exclusions and/or foreign income tax credits. […]

In 1867, four British colonies (Quebec, Nova Scotia, Ontario, & New Brunswick) joined together as the “Dominion of Canada” and became a self-governing state within the British Empire. What are the 13 colonies in Canada? British North America colonies Province of Canada — (previously Upper Canada and Lower Canada) Newfoundland. Nova Scotia. New Brunswick. Prince […]

French Immersion programs must consist of instruction in English and French. French Immersion may be offered in two models: Early French Immersion, beginning in Kindergarten and Late French Immersion, beginning at the Grade 6 level. What grade does French Immersion start in Ontario? Grades 4 toSince French is one of Canada’s two official languages, French […]

Today, the Royal Canadian Infantry Corps (RCIC) consists of three Regular Force regiments (all with three battalions), 49 Reserve regiments (all but two with one battalion) and the Infantry School. How many army divisions are there in Canada? The Army Command is divided into four geographical regions: 2nd Canadian Division – Quebec. 3rd Canadian Division […]

Canada – General Sources Great Britain began acquiring territory in what is now Canada in the 1600s. In 1867, four British colonies (Quebec, Nova Scotia, Ontario, & New Brunswick) joined together as the “Dominion of Canada” and became a self-governing state within the British Empire. Is Canada considered a colony? In 1982, it adopted its […]

To practice law in Canada, students with LLB degrees from outside the country will be required to demonstrate their competence to the National Committee on Accreditation (the NCA). The NCA assesses the legal qualifications obtained outside of Canada for individuals who wish to be admitted to a common law bar in Canada. What countries can […]