How Canadians Govern Themselves
What is a majority government in Canada?
- ○A government formed by two parties in a formal coalition
- ✓A government whose party holds more than half of the seats in the House of Commons
- ○A government supported by a majority of provinces
- ○A government that wins more than 60% of the popular vote
Correct answer
A government whose party holds more than half of the seats in the House of Commons
A majority government is one in which the governing party holds more than half of all seats in the House of Commons, giving it the ability to pass legislation without relying on other parties.
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