Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) Practice Exam

Residual Power, in legal terms, refers to the authority retained by the federal government under the Constitution Act of 1867 to make laws on matters not specifically assigned to the provinces or territories. It falls under the concept of Peace, Order, and Good Government (POGG). This means that when matters are not explicitly under the jurisdiction of the federal government nor the provincial or territorial government, they fall under the federal government's residual power to ensure the overall welfare and good governance of Canada. This authority helps in maintaining the legal framework and addressing gaps in legislation to promote the harmony and well-being of the country.