Then we shall have taken a great step in advance of the American Republic Macdonald was true to his words as can be shown by the following comparison. The powers of the provinces specifically defined and limited to the list provided under ss. The powers of the central government were specifically defined and limited to the list given under art. No such clause in the American constitution. They are now elected directly by the people of the state.
Criminal law is under federal jurisdiction.
Criminal law is under state jurisdiction. Federal taxing powers were not as extensive as in Canada. No such clause in the American constitution. The federal government has the right to make remedial laws when a province has adversely affected denominational rights to education . No such clause in the American constitution.