Canada is a representative democracy. During a federal election, all Canadian citizens who are at least 18 years old on election day can vote in their electoral district. But many steps must first be taken before voters go to the polls.
Follow the steps below to understand the federal election process in Canada.
A general election must be held by October 2025, but is likely to come earlier given the precarity of the Liberals’ parliamentary minority. A federal budget that is expected to be voted on next spring could be a trigger if Justin Trudeau cannot rally support to pass it.
GENEVA, Switzerland – Lok Sabha Speaker Shri Om Birla led a Parliamentary Delegation from India to the 149th Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) Assembly, held in Geneva from 13th to 17th October 2024. 149th IPU Assembly: India Reaffirms Commitment to Multilateralism While addressing the Assembly, Shri Om Birla spoke on the official theme:“Harnessing Science, Technology, and Innovation … Read more
The General Debate will focus on the overall theme Harnessing science, technology and innovation (STI) for a more peaceful and sustainable future.
H.E Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo’s Final address as President of the Republic of Ghana at Ghana Bar Association,
At the next Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in Samoa in October 2024, the seventh Commonwealth Secretary-General will be elected. Ahead of this momentous vote, the three declared candidates for Commonwealth Secretary-General convened at Chatham House in London to present and debate their vision for the future of the Commonwealth. Africa makes up more than a third … Read more
Do you know that the Philippine eagle is believed to have the largest wing span of any eagle species alive?
The NATO Parliamentary Assembly concluded its Spring Session hosted by the National Assembly of Bulgaria in Sofia from 24-27 May 2024.
The Parliamentary Network on World Bank & IMF, in partnership with the World Bank, has organised a 90-minute Parliamentary Dialogue Series.
The World Bank Group announced a $30 million grant to help ensure the continuity of crucial education for children. A sharp decline in economic activity, including trade, coupled with a lack of clearance revenues since October 2023, has worsened an already acute fiscal crisis, thus severely impacting the delivery of public services. This grant will … Read more