2006-10-02 10:01:06 · 11 answers · asked by Candy C 2 in Travel ➔ Canada ➔ Other - Canada
Theoretically they're appointed by the Governor General. However, the Prime Minister decides. They're chosen among the biggest crooks who've stolen the most money and given it to whichever party happens to be in power at the time.
2006-10-02 10:37:17 · answer #1 · answered by stevewbcanada 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Governer General appoints the Senators based on the recommendations of the Prime Minister. Reality - the current leadership appoints the Senators. I believe they have a mandatory retirement age - 75? - but other than that, they are pretty much there to stay.
2006-10-02 21:12:03 · answer #2 · answered by Church Music Girl 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Governor General appoints them, but on the recommendation of the Prime Minister. That means the PM actually chooses who gets to sit in the Senate. It's usually regarded as a plum that is given as a reward for political service, which can be actual service or something like fundraising for the party. Is it fair? Nope. But that's the way it is.
2006-10-02 23:57:32 · answer #3 · answered by old lady 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Canadian system is a blend of a republic and a British Colony. You know the Govenor General takes orders from and represents Her Royal Highness the Queen of England. The senate answers to the Govenor General, not the house of commons, not the prime minister.
In effect, the House of Commons represents the people of Canada, and the Senate represents the Queen.
2006-10-02 20:49:34 · answer #4 · answered by Know-it-all 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Canadian Senate members are appointed by the Governor General, on the recommendation (read: instruction) of the Federal Government (read: Prime Minister)
2006-10-02 17:07:07 · answer #5 · answered by kamaole3 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The Prime Minister suggests names for filling vacancies to the Governor General. They are appointed for life. They are notorious for not really doing anything so a lot of reformists want to change it to electing them. I say that's just a waste, as it will cost even more and if elected they have a mandate, it changes are whole system.
2006-10-02 19:26:36 · answer #6 · answered by JuanB 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Governor General.
2006-10-02 17:09:22 · answer #7 · answered by Fleur de Lis 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
The Abominable Snowman!
2006-10-02 17:02:46 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
just jobs for the boys unfortunately....i do have a wonderfull idea for government officials in Canada, the ones who spend all the money, a manditory lie detector test monthly..they would dare take one! :)
2006-10-02 17:19:53 · answer #9 · answered by manx4080 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
To learn more go to www.canada.gc.ca
and find the parliament site info. they are there for life.
2006-10-02 18:46:49 · answer #10 · answered by ccc 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋