The Cabinet exercises executive power and decides on the government's policies and positions. Qu bec has passed progressive legislation regarding elections , financing of political parties and Members' and ministers' ethics. This legislation has been used as a model in many countries seeking to set up a harmonious and impartial electoral process. The Constitutional Act establishes the parliamentary system in Canada. The British North America Act is passed, enshrining the federation of the provinces of Canada and allotting them specific areas of jurisdiction.
Women obtain the vote.
Qu bec becomes a '' participating government'' of the Cultural and Technical Cooperation Agency. 1974 French proclaimed as the official language of Qu bec. The Qu bec Charter of Human Rights and Freedoms comes into effect. 1976 First election of a Parti Qu b cois government. The Charter of the French Language is passed.