As Learning Provincial Government Definitions June 12

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Locate definitions for the following Provincial Government Positions. Use the Provincial Government Structure PPT to help you.

1.Members of the Provincial Legislature (MPPs)

2. Speaker of the House (provincial - Ontario) - also, name the current one

3. Premier - also, name one of them

4. Cabinet Ministers

5. Leader of the Official Opposition - also, name the current one

6. Shadow Cabinet

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1. Members of the Provincial Legislature (MPPs): Elected representatives in the Legislative Assembly responsible for proposing, debating legislation, and representing constituents.

2. Speaker of the House (provincial - Ontario): Presides over debates, ensures parliamentary rules, and maintains order. Current: Ted Arnott.

3. Premier: Head of provincial government, leader of the majority party, responsible for policy-making and administration. Example: Kathleen Wynne.

4. Cabinet Ministers: Appointed by Premier to head government departments, responsible for policy development and implementation.

5. Leader of the Official Opposition: Leads second-largest party, holds government accountable, proposes alternative policies. Current: Andrea Horwath.

6. Shadow Cabinet: Opposition members mirroring government ministries, scrutinize government actions, and develop alternative policies.