What makes elections democratic?
Free and fair elections with secret ballots allow citizens to choose their leaders freely.
Who can vote in Canada?
All Canadian citizens aged 18 and older.
When are elections held?
Federal: every 4 years in October
What is Elections Canada / Elections BC?
Independent, non-partisan agencies that organize and run elections.
How long are election campaigns?
Usually 36 days to 2 months.
Who runs political campaigns?
Political parties organize and fund them
Are campaign donations tax deductible?
Yes, campaign donations are tax deductible.
What is the “First-Past-the-Post” system?
A voting system where the candidate with the most votes wins, even without a majority.
What is proportional representation?
Seats are divided based on each party’s share of the popular vote.
What are public opinion polls?
Surveys that ask people who they’ll vote for and what issues they care about.
How can polls affect elections?
They can influence campaign strategies and how people vote.
What role does media play in elections?
Media informs citizens, shapes public opinion, and must provide accurate, fair coverage.
Why is media literacy important?
To understand and question political information critically.
What are Canada’s five main federal parties?
Liberal, Conservative, NDP, Green, Bloc Québécois.
What do Conservatives believe?
Personal freedom, low taxes, small government, traditional values.
What do Liberals believe?
Balance between individual freedom and government help
What does the NDP believe?
Left-wing
What do the Greens believe?
Left-wing
What’s the political spectrum?
A range showing political ideologies from left (progressive) to right (conservative).
What is on the far left of the spectrum?
Communism – total government control over society and economy.
What is on the far right of the spectrum?
Totalitarianism – total control by elites, little personal freedom.
How can citizens participate in politics?
Vote, donate, join parties, volunteer, choose leaders, campaign, or start a party.
What are NGOs?
Non-Governmental Organizations working on issues like health, environment, or rights.
What are lobby groups?
Groups that try to influence government decisions and policies.
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