Canadian Political Structure and Public Administration, 5th Edition places the role of law enforcement in a larger political context, providing readers with a practical overview of Canada’s political structure, and of governance and public policy.

This edition highlights the political realities faced by Canada in the 21st century, such as Canada’s relationship with the United States, new measures being taken to battle domestic and international threats of terrorism, Canada’s re-emergence on the international stage, and the debate over electoral reform.

This text is the ideal resource for Police Foundations programs in need of an engaging and accessible approach to Canada’s political landscape.

• New “Get Real!” boxes at the end of each chapter that provide real-life examples of chapter content
• New chapter exploring Canada’s role in the international community
• Updated content on the nature and function of federal and provincial government organizations that make up Canada’s justice system
• Increased coverage on Western Canada
• Learning outcomes, chapter summaries, and key terms integrated into the text

Part I: Introductory Concepts
Chapter 1: Introduction to Politics and Public Administration

Part II: Political Structure
Chapter 2: Unity Through Diversity
Chapter 3: The Constitution and the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms
Chapter 4: Welcome to the Machine: Canadian Political Structure and Its Operation
Chapter 5: Politics, Society, and Law Enforcement

Part III: Public Administration
Chapter 6: A Cog in the Machine: Public Administration and Bureaucracies
Chapter 7: Evolution of Public Administration
Chapter 8: The Art of Government: Making Public Policy
Chapter 9: The Bureaucratic Machinery: Government Operations
Chapter 10: Public Law Enforcement: Politics and Public Administration in Action

Part IV: Bringing It Home
Chapter 11: Canada and the World in the 21st Century
Chapter 12: Don’t Just Sit There—Do Something!

Appendix A: The Charter of Rights and Freedoms, 1982

Glossary
Index
Photo Index

Chapter 1: Introduction to Politics and Public Administration