Government
The Manitoba Legislative Building is in Winnipeg, the capital since Manitoba entered the Dominion in 1870.The lieutenant governor, who represents the Crown, has little actual power. He is appointed by the federal government, usually for five years. Laws are made by the Legislative Assembly of 57 members. Elections for the assembly must be held at least once every five years. The leader of the party in power serves as premier, and selects the executive council, or cabinet, from among supporters in the assembly.
Justices of the Court of Appeal and Court of Queen's Bench are appointed by the governor general in council. Other courts include a provincial court and regional courts. Local governmental units include cities, towns, rural municipalities, and, in the less densely populated areas, local government districts. Manitoba is represented in the federal Parliament by 6 appointed senators and 14 elected members of the House of Commons.
