Provincial Legislature

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by Minh Khoi (Tony) Chu -
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Members of the Provincial Parliament (MPPs) are individuals elected by the public to represent specific electoral districts, also known as ridings or constituencies, within a provincial legislature. 

The Speaker of the House in a provincial legislature, such as in Ontario, is an impartial officer responsible for presiding over debates and maintaining order during legislative sessions. (Ted Arnott).

Premier: The head of government. (Doug ford)

Cabinet Ministers are appointed by the Premier and are typically members of the governing party in the provincial legislature.

The Leader of the Official Opposition is the leader of the political party with the second-highest number of seats in the provincial legislature.


The Shadow Cabinet is composed of members of the Official Opposition who are appointed by the Leader of the Opposition.