By Chandra Pasma | Wednesday, May 18th, 2011 - 3:18PM
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With the Conservatives winning a majority government by virtue of 6,102 votes and only 39.6% of votes cast, talk of electoral reform is surfacing once again. In fact, rallies were held across the country on May 14 calling for electoral reform and some form of proportional representation in Canada.
Meanwhile, a referendum in the United Kingdom – a key component of the coalition agreement between the Conservatives and the Liberal-Democrats – saw Alternative Vote go down to defeat on May 5 with 68% of voters opting in favour of first-past-the-post (FPTP). Read more »
By Mariel Angus | Wednesday, May 13th, 2009 - 8:54AM
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The B.C. provincial election was held yesterday, and the outcome saw the Liberal party re-elected with a majority for the third time in a row. However, unfortunately, the referendum on STV did not pass. Read more »
By Chandra Pasma | Monday, May 11th, 2009 - 4:47PM
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Tomorrow’s the day! The BC referendum on STV. For those who still haven’t made up their minds, I recommend a little last minute reading to help you decide. Read more »
On May 12, BC voters have the option of choosing a new electoral system: Single Transferable Vote. STV is a more proportional system that respects voter preferences while also providing local representation. CPJ encourages our BC members and supporters to vote in favour of STV. CPJ’s interest in electoral reform grows out of our strong belief in justly accommodating diversity and respecting the reality of pluralism. Our legislatures should reflect the true diversity of opinion found in the country. Read more »
On May 12, BC voters have the option of choosing a new electoral system: Single Transferable Vote. STV is a more proportional system that respects voter preferences while also providing local representation. CPJ encourages our BC members and supporters to vote in favour of STV. CPJ’s interest in electoral reform grows out of our strong belief in justly accommodating diversity and respecting the reality of pluralism. Our legislatures should reflect the true diversity of opinion found in the country. 
