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How Canadians Govern Themselves › Government Structure
What is the role of the Prime Minister?
- To direct the governing of the country and select Cabinet ministers
- To give royal assent to legislation
- To represent Canada at international events only
- To appoint all federal judges and senior officials
Why this is the correct answer
Canada's Prime Minister directs the day-to-day governing of the country, leads Cabinet, sets government priorities and is accountable to the House of Commons. The PM selects and dismisses Cabinet ministers and plays a central role in shaping national policy. By convention, the PM is the leader of the party that holds the confidence of the House of Commons.