Season 2, Episode 43: The Constitution Act (1982) and Canada’s Foundational Constitutional Documents

Season 2, Episode 44: The Constitution as the Supreme Law of Canada

This is a load of fun for me! There are times I love the researching. Other times, the writing. Today, the recording. This personal project of mine is something I am becoming very proud of. Outcome: The Canadian Constitution defines the principles and structure of the Canadian government and is the supreme law.

Season 2, Episode 43: The Constitution Act (1982) and Canada’s Foundational Constitutional Documents

I’ve been trying to keep a notebook lately, writing by hand. But I still use a computer for all my podcasting scripts. I couldn’t imagine keeping those on paper, let alone something as important as founding documents – but that’s what it was like long ago. Outcome: The Canadian Constitution (1982) reflects the increase in Canada’s independence from Britain over time and includes Canada’s foundational constitutional documents: the British North America Act... Read More [https://mrfiliplic.com/2026/06/01/season-2-episode-43-the-constitution-act-1982-and-canadas-foundational-constitutional-documents/]

Season 2, Episode 42: Federalism in Canada

It’s a division of powers today! Federalism. Outcome: The British North America Act (1867) established federalism, which unified Canada under one government but divided power between federal and provincial or territorial governments.

Season 2, Episode 41: Democratic Structures in Canada

We are talking the 3 Rs. No, not reduce, reuse, and recycle. It’s actually representative government, responsible government, and representation by population. Outcome: Democratic structures include representative government, responsible government, and representation by population.

Season 2, Episode 40: The British North America Act (1867) and the Foundations of Canadian Government

Déjà vu… French for “already seen.” This episode might sound familiar if you’ve been with me for a bit. Outcome: At Confederation, the British North America Act (1867), also known as the Constitution Act of 1867, outlined the organization of power and democratic structures in the Canadian government.