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Orders in Council

Order in Council (OIC): a legal instrument made by the Governor in Council pursuant to a statutory authority or , less frequently, the royal prerogative. All orders in council are made on the recommendation of the responsible Minister of the Crown and take legal effect only when signed by the Governor General.

 

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