COMMENTARY: Canadians keep rejecting electoral reform. Maybe we should take heed.
Rob Breakenridge wonders how many more electoral reform setbacks we need to show that Canadians don’t want to change the way we elect governments. Continue reading
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P.E.I. voted against electoral reform. Here’s where the movement for change will go next
The push towards electoral reform may not be dead in the water just yet, despite another referendum rebuff by Prince Edward Island voters on Tuesday. Continue reading
All eyes turn to tiny P.E.I. as electoral reform put to voters
Information sessions are now being held across P.E.I. to educate the public on the pros and cons of switching from the current first-past-the-post system to a mixed member proportional voting system. Continue reading
Hamilton city councillors vote against ranked ballot in next municipal election
City councillors, in an 8-7 vote, have decided not to have staff study and report back on the option of ranked balloting in the next municipal election. Continue reading
COMMENTARY: Why the NDP should be worried about the electoral reform referendum results
It may have its flaws and there are clearly areas in need of improvement, but FPTP is here to stay. British Columbians have made that point, loud and clear. Continue reading
‘Electoral reform is finished’: referendum defeat dooms reformers’ hopes for foreseeable future
By Simon Little Online Journalist
After three failed referendums, it appears B.C. has little appetite to change the way it elects politicians. Continue reading
Elections BC set to unveil results of electoral reform referendum on Thursday
By Richard Zussman Online Journalist based at B.C. Legislature
Elections B.C. will announce on Thursday the results of the electoral reform referendum. Continue reading
Last chance to vote in B.C.’s proportional representation referendum
By Simon Little Online Journalist
Voters who have their ballot collecting dust can still vote in person until 4:30 p.m. Friday. Continue reading
Didn’t get a PR referendum ballot? Friday is your last chance
By Simon Little Online Journalist
Voters have until midnight on Friday to request a voting package if they haven’t received one. Continue reading
‘Yes’ and ‘No’ campaigns mount big push as PR referendum enters final weeks
Ballots must be returned to Elections BC by Nov. 30 to be counted. Continue reading