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About David Chanter
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I have a MA in Political Science and have worked or visited every province and territory in Canada. I work for the federal government as a Media Monitoring Officer where I scan everyday all the major newspapers in Canada. I would be pleased to answer questions on: Canadian politics (federal and provincial); Canadian geography; and, life in Canada.

   

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Throne's right over Canada?11/7/2006David Chanter
  Q: Is it true such as it is in England, that the Throne of England can abolish Parliment and the Prime ...
  A: LOL, yes and no. Symbolically yes the Queen of Canada or her representative, (the Governor ...
Public policies of the conservative cabinet10/13/2006Adam D. McDonald
  Q: What is the public policy on social programs of the Conservative cabinet and PM Harper? Why could ...
  A: This sounds an awful lot like a question assigned by a teacher or professor. I will happily help you ...
The structures & functions of parliamentary democracy in Canada10/13/2006Adam D. McDonald
  Q: What are the structures and functions of parliamentary democracy in Canada?
  A: This sounds an awful lot like a question assigned by a teacher or professor. I will happily help you ...
Health Canada.10/1/2006David Chanter
  Q: This may not be your area but know one is available under Canada law. I am a 53 yr old female. ...
  A: The administration of our health sytem is a provincial government reponsibility. In your case, I ...
Canadian citizen wanting to move to the United States9/26/2006David Chanter
  Q: What does a Canadian apply for to live the United States? What are the required docs to be in the ...
  A: All your questions concern the United States, which I can't help with you. The only thing I know is ...
Canada's Independence9/20/2006David Chanter
  Q: I've been trying to find the date of Canada's independence, and I've read that it was July 1, 1867. ...
  A: Traditionally, we consider July 1st, 1867 to be the birthdate of Canada. The reason you are getting ...
canadian freedom from Britain7/4/2006Adam D. McDonald
  Q: When was Canada officially free of all British rule? What is their date of complete independence?
  A: Carol. Thank you for your question. There are three answers to your question, and it really ...
dual citizenship6/27/2006David Chanter
  Q: i was wondering my mother was born in detroit and married my father who was borin in ontairo and i ...
  A: This question is beyond my area of expertise. What ģI do know is that while Canada permits dual ...
Maternity Leave4/26/2006David Chanter
  Q: How long are you required to work in the province of Ontario before you are eligible to receive ...
  A: If you are referring to collecting maternity leave from EI, then the answer would be that that there ...
Bird Flu3/20/2006David Chanter
  Q: I am traveling to Banff and Jasper National Park this summer. I am worried that they will close the ...
  A: I think there are a lot of "scare" stories floating around about bird flu. To my knowledge ...
RE: Jamie Leoma's question about the queen's influence on Canada..3/18/2006David Chanter
  Q: I was just observing the Consitution Act and under Part V, Sec. 41(A), it says that any amendment ...
  A: Royal assent to any piece of legislation its strictly a formality. That section is in accordance ...
I am a Canadian Citizen, born...12/15/2005David Chanter
  Q: I am a Canadian Citizen, born in Canada. My Father was born in the United States, but is now a ...
  A: If you want to move to the United States, contact US Immigration and naturalization service. I doubt ...
Alberta Deficit10/3/2005David Chanter
  Q: Followup To Question - When the Alberta government announces that the provice has a deficit, who ...
  A: No, the Federal Reserve Bank is the US equivalent to our Bank of Canada. The IMF is an ...
Alberta Deficit9/30/2005David Chanter
  Q: When the Alberta government announces that the provice has a deficit, who exactly does it owe money ...
  A: You almost have it. 1) it isn't only people and companies in Alberta that would buy the bonds but ...
Alberta Deficit9/29/2005David Chanter
  Q: When the Alberta government announces that the provice has a deficit, who exactly does it owe money ...
  A: Governments finance their debt usually through issuing bonds. For example, when u buy a Canada ...
Quebec City9/16/2005David Chanter
  Q: This may not be the type of question you typically answer as it is a touristy question, but can you ...
  A: The most interesting area is Old Quebec City called Lowertown and has numerous restaurants and ...
Canada taxes8/31/2005David Chanter
  Q: I couldn't find an expert that claimed any knowledge of Canada taxes so I'm hoping you might know ...
  A: I too am not a tax expert but what i do know is this 1) all income earned is taxable but with a few ...
job opportunities?2/8/2005David Chanter
  Q: Sciences with a focus on Mass Media Communications, i have 3 years experience in production ...
  A: Suggest you contact nearest Canadain Embassy or consulate, they should have latest information on ...
Canadian Flag11/16/2004David Chanter
  Q: Could you please tell me why the Canadian flag announces " I am Canadian".
  A: Think you are confusing a Molson's Beer commercial for a beer labeled "Canadian". We do not have ...
Canadian independence?10/1/2004David Chanter
  Q: Is Canada an independent nation free of all ties to Great Britain? If so, why is the Queen's ...
  A: Yes, Canada is an independent country. The Queen is our of head of state (technically) and has the ...
Canada3/11/2004David Chanter
  Q: I recently came to Canada and there's a few things that I noticed and maybe you can help me. Why ...
  A: Beg to differ, we do but maybe not in the same loud, 'over the top" way Americans do. We take a ...
canada3/11/2004Adam D. McDonald
  Q: I recently came to Canada and there's a few things that I noticed and maybe you can help me. Why ...
  A: Canada DOES have its own identity, formed through a history of beaver trapping, relationships with ...
Canada CCRA8/27/2003David Chanter
  Q: THe following is not from your Expertise section but I can not seem to find an expert on this web ...
  A: Can only suggest that you talk to a lawyer or accountant. From personal experience they can be real ...
Canadian intelligence service9/7/2001Adam D. McDonald
  Q: I suspect that you did not get this question when I sent it a minute ago so I will repeat it. Does ...
  A: Yes, Canada does have an agency similar to -- although less pervasive than -- the CIA. It is called ...
Bombing in Saudi arabia3/12/2001David Chanter
  Q: What is the current situation with the 3 westerners that did the bombing in Riyahd, Saudi Arabia? ...
  A: The latest information is that they are under detention and awaiting trial. Canadian embassy ...
canadian law3/12/2001David Chanter
  Q: What happens if a foreigner comes into Canada and commits a criminal act(ie.bombing a car and ...
  A: I'm not a lawyer, but anyone committing a crime in Canada no matter what their status would be ...
politics2/18/2001David Chanter
  Q: i'm doing a research project on pierre trudeau... 1- what is a privy council 2- when was the ...
  A: Answers: 1. the privy council consists of all members of the federal cabinet. When a person becomes ...
Northwest Territories2/7/2001David Chanter
  Q: I'm particularly interested in minors' rights in the Northwest Territories, but I'm having a hard ...
  A: Katie, Minor's rights are generally the same for all minors across the country so you might want to ...
media2/4/2001David Chanter
  Q: truley hope you can help... I'm doing an essay in polisci about ownership of the media, and how that ...
  A: There was a Royal Commission on the concentration of newspaper ownership done several years ago ...
Conrad Black (Family Info)1/9/2001David Chanter
  Q: I'm entering a contest that asks questions regarding life in Canada (politics, business, ...
  A: Answer is c - fashion model. See following newspaper excert: PUBLICATION The Edmonton Sun DATE ...
Canadian Government System11/29/2000Adam D. McDonald
  Q: I was wondering why we don't vote directly for the Prime Minister. Thank you very much!
  A: The reason we don't vote directly for the Prime Minister comes from British Parliamentary ...
Thanks & One more question11/29/2000Adam D. McDonald
  Q: First I'd like to say how pleased I was with your reply. I'd been trying to figure out who he was ...
  A: Mary Katherine. A seat, riding, and constituency are all basically the same thing: the area which a ...
Economics11/16/2000David Chanter
  Q: This might be outside of your expertise, but I thought I might ask you anyway. I often discuss ...
  A: I don't know where you are e-mailing me from but if from within Canada, then I would suggest reading ...
Newfoundland11/13/2000David Chanter
  Q: In Newfoundland and Labrador, do the majority of people live in urban or rural areas?
  A: Believe it or not, the answer is that the majority of people live in Urban areas. Because of the ...
dual citizenship,,,,,U.S/ Canada?10/23/2000David Chanter
  Q: I don`t know if I chose the correct forum for this quesion, but im hoping you may have some ...
  A: The following information is taken directly from the Government of Canada citizenship and ...
politic9/23/2000David Chanter
  Q: "What did Lucien Bouchard do as the Leader of Her Majesty`s Loyal Opposition?" Make a class note of ...
  A: As leader of the opposition, Bouchard did what all leaders of the opposition do - he opposed the ...
usa rips us off7/6/2000David Chanter
  Q: I need your help. I have bad eyes and the drops I am taking are very expensive. I would like to know ...
  A: Walt; sorry I took so long to answer your question. I have been on vacation for the last week and ...
Violent Crime Question6/28/2000David Chanter
  Q: I`m debating (supporting) gun control with a friend of mine and the question of other countries with ...
  A: Drew: Here as further update to my response I sent you earlier. I'm sure you will find the article ...
Moving to canada5/31/2000David Chanter
  Q: David, I`m thinking of moving to Canada but I haven`t had the chance to talk to someone about it. ...
  A: We are a country of immigrants. I myself am a second generation Canadian and both my parents ...
News3/25/2000David Chanter
  Q: Which countries were involved in the Turbot Fish Dispute in 1995?
  A: The fishing dispute involved countries from the European Union and although agreement was reached ...

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