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Canada Constitutional Amendment to Cede Limited Sovereignty to the World Federation

Please note that this is merely a sample document generated by AI for purposes of review and discussion. The actual amendment would be drafted by Constitutional scholars and vetted by many others before publication for consideration. 

Amendment to the Constitution Act, 1982

Canadian Government Functions:

The Canadian government retains its sovereignty and jurisdiction over all matters not explicitly ceded to the World Federation under this amendment. Canada's governance structure, rights, and responsibilities remain unchanged in areas outside the scope of World Federation jurisdiction.

Part I: Sovereignty and Global Governance

Recognition of World Federation (WF): Canada acknowledges the establishment of the World Federation as a global governing body responsible for specific matters exceeding national interests and capabilities, namely in the areas of national security, greenhouse gas emissions, and the regulation of artificial intelligence and other potentially dangerous technologies. This recognition is conditional upon the mutual ceding of sovereignty over these specific areas by at least 25 member countries within a 15-year timeframe.

Jurisdiction of World Federation:

a. The World Federation shall have exclusive jurisdiction over the member countries in matters of national security, specifically in the prohibition of war and the possession of weapons of mass destruction. The World Federation is tasked with the defense of any member country under attack.

b. Member countries, including Canada, commit to legally binding greenhouse gas emission reduction requirements, with Canada's targets set at a 15% reduction per annum. 

c. Member countries agree to adhere to strict World Federation regulations limiting artificial intelligence and other dangerous technologies to only beneficial uses. 

Representation and Contributions:

a. Canada will have democratically elected representatives in the Parliamentary Assembly of the World Federation and will also be represented in the Nation-state Senate of the World Federation's bicameral democratic government.

b. Canada commits to contributing 0.5% of its GDP annually to fund its share of defense and operating costs of the World Federation.

Ratification and Implementation Process:

a. A simple majority vote in the Parliament of Canada shall authorize the Prime Minister to sign this amendment.

b. A national plebiscite shall be conducted to ratify this amendment and confirm Canada's agreement to join the World Federation.

c. This agreement and amendment shall become operative upon ratification by Canada and a minimum of 24 other countries within 15 years.

Part II: Amendment Procedures

This amendment is made in accordance with the procedure specified in the Constitution Act, 1982, necessitating approval from at least two-thirds of the provinces representing at least 50% of the national population, in addition to the federal ratification process outlined in Part I, Section 5 of this amendment.

This proposed amendment takes a comprehensive approach, ensuring that it addresses the concerns and stipulations surrounding Canada's ceding of sovereignty over specific global issues to a World Federation. It balances global responsibilities with national sovereignty, ensuring that Canada remains a fully functioning and sovereign state in all aspects outside the specified jurisdiction of the World Federation.