jun 24, 1926 - King-Byng Affair

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The King-Byng Affair was a constitutional crisis that tested the powers of the Governor General and the Prime Minister, raising questions about the balance of power between the executive and legislative branches of government. For political leaders, the affair highlighted the evolving relationship between Canada and the British Crown, emphasizing Canada's growing independence in political matters and the importance of domestic decision-making. Among the general population, the affair sparked public debate about parliamentary democracy and the role of the monarchy in Canadian politics, raising awareness about constitutional principles and the importance of democratic institutions. The King-Byng Affair contributed to Canada's changing identity by emphasizing the country's growing independence and maturity as a self-governing nation with its own distinct political system.

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