Canada developed its political structure with the British parliamentary system as a guide. As our country is ever-changing so too is our political landscape. As a result, questions have arisen as to whether a new system of voter representation should be instituted in Canada. Historically, as a nation, Canada has been very politically motivated and educated. Voting percentages are usually high. The nation remains engaged in the political process and very much abreast of the issues, by riding, provincially and federally.
[...] Why proportional representation will never come to Canada Canada developed its political structure with the British parliamentary system as a guide. As our country is ever-changing so too is our political landscape. As a result, questions have arisen as to whether a new system of voter representation should be instituted in Canada. Historically, as a nation, Canada has been very politically motivated and educated. Voting percentages are usually high. The nation remains engaged in the political process and very much abreast of the issues, by riding, provincially and federally. [...]
[...] Under a system of proportional representation a vote for the Green Party might be a wasted vote because the Party would not gain enough support across the province to enforce green issues. There is an argument for the closed party list, which says that voting for parties, and not directly for candidates, would make the voting process simpler[3]. It is insulting to electorate to propose that a new system must be established simply to ease the paper work performed by Elections Canada. [...]
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