Constitutional Monarchy / House of Commons / Senate / Crown
Canada Government Structure & Parliamentary System Guide 2026
Exhaustive guide to Canada’s Westminster parliamentary system: King Charles III (Governor General), Prime Minister & Cabinet, House of Commons (338 MPs), Senate (105 Senators), and Royal Assent.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Canadian Senators are appointed by the Governor General on the advice of the Prime Minister, serving until the mandatory retirement age of 75.