Division of powers

3 definitions found for this term.
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The constitutional allocation of authority between the federal and provincial governments to enact legislation.

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The manner in which legislative jurisdiction is div­ided between the federal and provincial governments in accordance with sections 91 and 92 of the Constitution Act, 1867.

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The constitutional partition of legislative powers between the federal and provincial levels of government.

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