“Privy Council”

This page presents an official legal definition of “Privy Council” from a government source. Additional definitions will be added as jurisdictions publish them.

Jurisdiction: Canada Canada

A formal advisory body to the Crown appointed by the Governor General on the advice of the Prime Minister. All Cabinet members must be sworn to the Privy Council, to which they are named for life.

Source: Glossary of Parliamentary Terms for Intermediate Students, Parliament of Canada