Canadians Reject Two-Party Politics, Demand Diverse Political Options

Tuesday, May 13, 2025, 6:20 am more...

Polls reveal a clear message from Canadians: a desire to avoid a rigid two-party system after a tightly contested federal election. The survey highlights a public yearning for political plurality, sparking ironic reflections on the binary choices dominating past elections.

citynews.ca / Majority of Canadians oppose shift to two-party system, poll finds

thestar.com / Despite a polarizing election, poll suggests Canadians don't want a two-party system

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Terrebonne vote controversy highlights postal ballot dilemma

Monday, May 12, 2025, 7:21 pm more...

In a razor-thin electoral race in Terrebonne, a ballot returned via Canada Post has upended the local vote count. Questions arose when one electora’s inability to vote by mail threatened to alter the final outcome, leaving political observers and voters alike musing over the quirks of an already charged election process.

lapresse.ca / Terrebonne | Un vote retourné par Postes Canada aurait peut-être fait une différence

ledevoir.com / Une électrice bloquiste de Terrebonne n’aurait pas pu voter par la poste

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Alberta watchdog warns UCP bill curbs election investigations power

Friday, May 9, 2025, 8:20 pm more...

Alberta’s chief electoral officer has issued a stern warning over a UCP-proposed bill that could significantly curb his ability to investigate election rule violations. Critics say the measure risks undermining electoral integrity by limiting oversight, all while political pressures intensify in a contentious legislative climate.

thestar.com / Alberta chief electoral officer warns UCP proposals will hurt investigative ability

globalnews.ca / Alberta chief electoral officer warns UCP proposed bill will hurt investigations

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