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SCRIPTURE · 2 MIN READ1 Timothy 2:1–2 · 1 Peter 2:13–17

Federal: Parliament of Canada

Canada's federal government sits in Ottawa. Members of Parliament (MPs) represent ridings and debate federal law, federal spending, immigration, national defence, and criminal law. The Prime Minister leads the executive branch. Christians can contact their MP, follow parliamentary votes on ourcommons.ca, and pray for federal leaders regardless of party.

Provincial: Legislatures

Each province and territory has its own legislature. Members of Provincial Parliament (MPP in Ontario) handle healthcare, education, highways, and provincial law. Hamilton-area residents are represented provincially as well as federally and municipally.

Municipal: Cities and towns

Municipal elections are typically nonpartisan. Mayors and councillors handle local services, zoning, transit, and property taxes. Hamilton is Kingdom Civics' first live city—with verified mayor, councillors, MPs, and election data linked to official sources.

Engage without partisan idolatry

Canadian Christians can vote, volunteer, run for office, and advocate on issues—always distinguishing biblical principles from party loyalty. No party is the Kingdom of God. Faithful engagement means truth, prayer, and neighbour love in the public square.

Discuss together

  1. How does “Federal: Parliament of Canada” apply where God has placed you?
  2. How does “Provincial: Legislatures” apply where God has placed you?
  3. How does “Municipal: Cities and towns” apply where God has placed you?
  4. What would it look like to pray 1 Timothy 2:1–2 for a named office this week?
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