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Understanding Voting Process in Canada

Explore how voting occurs in Canadian elections and Parliament, dive into the concepts of "First Past the Post" and examine who has the right to vote. Activities include finding your MP, discussing citizenship changes, and ways to engage in the political process. Learn why it's important to make your voice heard through voting and other civic actions.

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Understanding Voting Process in Canada

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  1. All About Voting

  2. Voting happens across Canada in elections, but also inside of Parliament by our representatives!

  3. Activity: First Past the Post • It’s time to vote! • A plurality is the choice that got the largest number of votes • A majority is more than 50% of all the votes cast • “First Past the Post” is when candidates win with a plurality of votes

  4. Activity: Who Gets to Vote? • Who should be allowed to vote? Why? • Canada’s definition of citizenship has changed over time. Who can vote now that couldn’t before? • Find your MP on Citizen Factory – would you vote for them?

  5. Activity: Who Gets to Vote? Even if you can’t vote yet, you can still take action: • Write a Letter to Your MP • Join a Political Party • Start a petition • Make your voice heard

  6. If you never vote in elections, why would politicians care what you think?

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