Your Vote Matters

Your Vote Matters

Your Vote Matters

If you’re in Canada, then you know that the country’s federal election is fast approaching. And if you like me, you may be undecided on who to vote for. Then today’s show could be of some value to you.

With loads of potential candidates either canvassing, hosting town halls, and television debates. This year’s election has been just as full of surprises as the ones in the past. Just remember Justin Trudeau in black face. Or what about Judy Sgro’s remark concerning Justin Trudeau and her constituents. And of course, the obvious… Conservative Andrew Scheer’s proposed cuts.

Regardless of the events, we here in the diaspora have to become as Malcolm said,”More politically mature!” We understand it is a hard pressed notion to vote for a lesser evil. Especially since many candidates do not reflect the same values, let alone look like you. But one thing we do know, is that we have to give ourselves a fighting chance. Well, at least until we can develop our own party. Now that’s a conversation for another time. 

So sit back and chime in with your thoughts about this week’s show. As we discuss the voting process and what each party brings to the table, so to speak.

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How to Vote

To vote in a federal election, you must be registered on the list of electors. You can register when you go to vote. If you register before October 15, 6 p.m., you will get a voter information card in the mail. It tells you where and when you can vote.

Bring your voter information card with you, along with accepted ID, to make the voting process easier.

Your voter information card:

  • shows election workers that your registration is up to date
  • shows a polling number to help election workers direct you to the right table

 

First you go to Elections Canada

https://www.elections.ca/home.aspx

Scroll down to Registration

Follow the steps.

It takes 5 minutes to complete, and you can register on line until 6:00 pm today.

Register when you go to vote

At your assigned polling station on election day, October 21.

Most Canadians who are eligible to vote are already registered in the National Register of Electors. If you are registered and you checked off both Elections Canada boxes on your tax return this year, your registration will be updated with your current home address.

What ID do I need to register?

You must prove your identity and address to register and vote in a federal election.

  • your driver’s license
  • any other card issued by a Canadian government (federal, provincial/territorial or local) with your photo, name and current address

Option 2: Show two pieces of ID

Both must have your name and at least one must have your current address.

Examples:

  • voter information card and bank statement
  • utility bill and student ID card

Don’t have these? No problem!

Option 3: If you don’t have ID

You can still vote if you declare your identity and address in writing and have someone who knows you and who is assigned to your polling station vouch for you.

The voucher must be able to prove their identity and address. A person can vouch for only one person (except in long-term care institutions).

Party Breakdown

In case you need a general breakdown of what each party is lobbying for, click here. CBC has provided an excellent resource.

Hear 2 Help would like to thank Operation Black Vote and the other countless organizations that have continued to inform our people to become more “politically mature.”

Thank you for tuning in.

Please remember, Your Vote Matters.

Also, don’t forget that you could check out our previous blogs here.