How government works

Organizational structure, democracy, elections, intergovernmental and international relations.

Services and information

Structure of government

Her Majesty the Queen, the Prime Minister, the Governor General, the Cabinet, ministers, departments, agencies and public service. 

Democracy and elections

Exercise your democratic right by registering to vote. Learn how the government is strengthening accountability through democratic reform.

Government appointments

Appointments to Senate commission, agencies, boards, other bodies.

Working with other governments

Intergovernmental affairs, Indigenous governments, international relations.

Guidance for Crown Corporations

How to govern a Crown corporation, including advice on structure, building a board and management.

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