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How Canadians Govern Themselves › Government Structure
What is royal assent in Canada?
- The monarch's personal approval of all government decisions
- The Prime Minister's signature on new laws
- The final step in passing legislation, granted by the Governor General on behalf of the Sovereign
- The Senate's approval of legislation passed by the House of Commons
Why this is the correct answer
Royal assent is the final step that transforms a bill into law. In Canada, this power is exercised by the Governor General on behalf of the Sovereign, completing the three-part parliamentary process.