British North America Act 1871

1. Introductory Text

2. 1. Short title.

3. 2. Parliament of Canada may establish new Provinces and provide for the constitution, &c. thereof.

4. 3. Alteration of limits of Provinces.

5. 4. Parliament of Canada may legislate for any territory not included in a Province.

6. 5. Confirmation of Acts of Parliament of Canada 32 & 33 Vict. (Canadian) cap. 3. 33 Vict. (Canadian) cap. 3.

7. 6. Limitation of powers of Parliament of Canada to legislate for an established Province.