Purpose and Authority

This framework establishes the legal, democratic, and administrative structure for a Canadian binding referendum at the federal, provincial, or territorial level.

The framework operates in accordance with the Constitution of Canada and applicable election laws.

• Constitution Act, 1867
• Constitution Act, 1982
• Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms
• Canada Elections Act
• Applicable provincial and territorial referendum statutes

 

Le présent cadre établit la structure juridique et démocratique d’un référendum canadien juridiquement contraignant.