Canadian Constitutional Powers Explained

Summary

Residual power in Canadian constitutional law refers to powers not explicitly listed in the Constitution Act, 1867, which default to the federal government under the Peace, Order, and Good Government clause. General power is linked to the federal governments ability to legislate on matters not specifically assigned to provinces. These concepts help delineate the scope of federal authority versus provincial jurisdiction.

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what is the difference
The difference between residual power and general power in Canadian constitutional law is:
- Residual Power: Powers not explicitly listed, defaulting to the federal government under the "Peace, Order, and Good Government" clause.

- General Power: Often related to the federal government's ability to legislate on matters not specifically assigned to provinces.
These powers delineate the scope of federal authority versus provincial jurisdiction. Let me know if you need more detail or have other questions!
i dont understand
It looks like you're trying to understand the concepts of "residual power" and "general power" in Canadian constitutional law.
- Residual Power: This refers to any powers not explicitly listed in the Constitution, which default to the federal government under a specific clause.
- General Power: This relates to the federal government's ability to legislate on issues not specifically assigned to the provinces.
If you're looking for more context or examples, feel free to ask!