Governor General: Main Jobs, Abolish?

What are the three main jobs of the governal general?

1) Signing bills
2) Entertaining foreign guests
3) Opening Parliament sittings with a Throne Speech

Should we abolish her position in Canada? Why or why not?

No, I do not think we should abolish her from her position. Although the amount of money invested in her Hall and transportation etc may seem ridiculous, she does host and transport many foreign people and how well she does this represents Canada. Also, the money put into this is a very small amount compared to the amount of money the government spends. The Governor General is also part of Canada's royal history and it would be a shame to abolish her from the system.

Legislature Tour: Virtual or real?

I think a tour of the Legislature would be better in real life rather than online BECAUSE..

1.) You get the 'real' experience of a legislature.
2.) You see it with your own eyes, rather than pictures.
3.) It is more fun because you are doing more 'active learning' rather than just reading about it.

Types Of Non-Violent Protest

My favourite type of non-violent protest:
Presentations (group proposals)

I think presenting and displaying your concern is the most effective way to pressure people for change. It is not illegal, and can catch the attention of the minds you want to change. Going directly to the government and showing your concern by talking about the key points and providing them with a solution, is a non-violent way of making a difference.

Rick Thorpe's Method of Pressure:
Talking (face-to-face) with the government

Rick Thorpe believes that this is the most effective way of creating change and pressuring the government because you get the facts directly from the protester. He also says that if someone comes in and talks about the issue, they should provide a solution, not just the problem.