On April 28, Canadians will head to the polls to vote in the federal election and determine who will become the next leader of the nation. While you do need to be 18 or older to vote, students can learn more about how they can get involved in this exciting process and get ready to be the voters of the future!
Who's Who?
A great place to start is by getting to know the major party leaders. Check out CBC Kids News to learn who the candidates are in this federal election.
Too Young to Vote?
You can volunteer to go door to door and help put up signs. Teens 16 and up can apply to work for Elections Canada preparing polling stations, greeting electors and even counting ballots.
Calling all Teachers!
Elections Canada offers FREE educational resources and tools to support learning initiatives that bring the democratic process to life for students and develop engaged citizens.
Want to find out more about the history of voting rights in Canada? Watch this timeline and then take the quiz!
Featured Reads
Visit your Learning Commons to check out these reads and stay in the know...
The Art of the Possible | Calgary Public Library | BiblioCommons
Canada Votes | Calgary Public Library | BiblioCommons
"The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you'll go." Dr. Seuss
