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Canada is a federal parliamentary constitutional monarchy. In terms of political and civil liberties, Canada ranks 1st. Citizens in Canada experience total freedom. The majority of countries where citizens enjoy wide civil liberties and political liberties are representative democracies, where officials are directly elected by the citizens to advocate for their needs and wants. Free countries are often backed by healthy economies and well-functioning governments. Head of government is Elizabeth II.

According to the World Bank Group, Canada's Government Effectiveness Index is 1.76. This shows that the government of Canada is very effective. Citizens enjoy highly effective social, public, and public services, and general morale in Canada is high. Government actions are efficient and expeditious, and dangerous situations are therefore highly unlikely. In Canada, legislative power rests with a parliament. The Global Peace Index (GPI) for Canada is 1.287. The Strength of the Rights Index for Canada is 9. Overall it is considered to be fairly strong – bankruptcy and collateral laws can protect borrowers' and lenders' rights quite well; Credit information is plentiful and easily accessible. Canada is a member of the United Nations (UN). On November 9, 1945, it acceded to the United Nations on the founding date as a full member state. Canada is one of the original UN member states that founded the organization. Canada is a member of the World Bank.