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Image Credit: Destination Toronto When it comes to learning about politics and the Canadian political system, it is incredibly important for one to be able to distinguish between the three levels of government, the responsibilities that they each possess, as well as some of the key features that define them. The same can be said for those intending to become more informed about the political system in Canada and to maximize the value of their voice and their vote. This editio

Image Credit: Global News In a previous piece, I discussed the idea of students and their implication in the electoral process. Specifically, I discussed how elementary, middle, and high school students could learn about elections in Canada despite not being legally eligible to vote in them. This piece will enable that discussion to continue by discussing ways in which postsecondary students can vote despite often living away from their home riding. I will be discussing how s

Image Credit: Student Vote Even though one must be 18 to vote in Canada, that doesn't mean learning about the electoral process should be limited to those above that age. In fact, there are in-school opportunities for students to learn about the electoral process and how they can mobilize their vote during an election. Enter Student Vote, a program organized to help inform students of the value of their vote. What is the history behind the program? Organized by CIVIX in colla

Image Credit: CBC The decisive factor during election night proceedings: the seat count. There's nothing better than watching the seat count continuously change with every polling station that submits their vote counts, ultimately yielding a final election night result that determines who governs and whether it's a majority or minority government. To understand the value of these individual seats and how they can influence the composition of government, I've included a few ke

Image Credit: Spencer Colby/The Canadian Press The bad news first: sentiments regarding the lack of impact of one's individual vote are commonplace in today's political society. That's typically accompanied by low electoral turnout in by-elections and general elections, alongside a perceived lack of awareness about the fact that these processes are even taking place. The good news: it doesn't have to be that way. Simply put, your vote defines who governs, how they govern, and