Powers and functions of federal government and provincial government:

In general, the federal and provincial governments have different responsibilities and functions. Here are some of the main functions of each level of government:

Federal Government:

• Defense and national security
• Immigration and citizenship
• International relations and trade
• Criminal law and justice
• Banking, currency, and monetary policy
• Employment insurance and social security
• Fisheries and oceans
• Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development

Provincial Government:

• Education (elementary, secondary, and post-secondary)
• Healthcare and hospitals
• Highways, roads, and public transportation
• Natural resources (such as forestry, mining, and oil and gas)
• Municipal government and local services (such as policing and firefighting)
• Property and civil rights law
• Family law and social services
• Consumer protection and regulation of professions

It's important to note that these functions can vary slightly depending on the province or territory. Additionally, there may be areas of overlap between the federal and provincial governments, and both levels of government may work together to address certain issues.