Government of Canada
This section provides links to information on the structure and functions of the Government of Canada.
 

Governor General of Canada
Her Excellency the Right Honourable Adrienne Clarkson, Governor General of Canada, invites you to learn more about the history, roles, responsibilities and activities of the Governor General.
 

Canada's Parliament
The Parliamentary Internet Parlementaire is an initiative to provide Internet users with quick and easy access to the official publications of Parliament as well as to general, non-partisan information about the role, history, proceedings and activities of the Senate, the House of Commons and the Library of Parliament.
 

Canadian Federal Organizations Directory
This comprehensive list provides direct links to the primary Web sites of Government of Canada departments, agencies and Crown corporations, as well as links to Web sites maintained by organizations for which various departments and agencies are responsible.
 

Canadian Passport
The Passport Office is defined by the Canadian Passport Order, and is responsible for issuing, revoking, withholding, recovery and use of Canadian passports. It provides guidance to missions issuing passports abroad and supervises all matters relating to Canadian travel documents.
 

Canadian Human Right Commission
To put it simply, the Commission's business is to make the Canadian Human Rights Act work for the benefit of all Canadians. There are three main aspects to its work:
1.  To provide effective and timely means for resolving individual complaints;
2.  To promote knowledge of human rights in Canada and to encourage people to follow principles of equality; and
3.  To help reduce barriers to equality in employment and access to services.
 

Citizenship & Immigration Canada
Canada’s citizenship and immigration programs help build a community of citizens respected throughout the world. Visit our Web site often for up-to-date information about us and our services.
 

Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS)
CSIS is a government agency dedicated to protecting the national security interests of Canada and safeguarding its citizens. The main objective of the Service is to investigate and report on threats to the security of Canada, an objective that it pursues while respecting the law and protecting human rights.
 

Human Resources Development Canada
HRDC is responsible for providing all Canadians with the tools they need to thrive and prosper in the workplace and community. We support human capital development, labour market development and are dedicated to establishing a culture of lifelong learning for Canadians.
 

National Library
The National Library of Canada is a federal institution located in Ottawa. Established in 1953, its main role is to acquire, preserve and promote the published heritage of Canada. The Library is recognized as one of the nation's foremost centres for research in Canadian Studies and as a showcase for Canadian literature and music.
 

Royal Canadian Mint
The Royal Canadian Mint is a global leader in minting, recognized worldwide for its unsurpassed standards of quality and craftsmanship in the production of both circulation and collector coins, and highly respected as a premier refiner of gold.