About government

This is where laws and budgetary decisions are made. The legislative assembly is composed of 49 members (MLAs) elected by the people in the province's constituencies (also called ridings). They debate and vote on proposed legislation, with the majority decision becoming law. The premier, as the leader of the political party with the most elected MLAs, is responsible for leading the government. New Brunswick has 10 appointed seats in the Canadian Senate and elects 10 members of the House of Commons of Canada. Any Canadian citizen 18 years of age or older who has been a resident for six months is entitled to vote. 

This part of the government puts laws and budgetary decisions into action. The premier and the cabinet, whose members are selected by the premier and are usually MLAs from the majority party, are included in this branch. They oversee different government departments and ensure that the laws are implemented.

This part of the government interprets and enforces the law. It comprises the courts, where judges make decisions based upon the laws created by the legislative assembly or by the federal parliament. These decisions help resolve disputes and maintain justice within the province.