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Lesson-4 Local Candidates and Issues
Lesson-4 Local Candidates and Issues
First-Past-the-Post
British Columbia uses a system called First-Past-the-Post. Citizens elect one member per electoral district. Citizens can only choose one candidate/party on the ballot. The winning candidate must receive the most number of votes.
Local Issues
Each electoral district has unique issues and concerns. It is important to research the issues and form opinions before you vote. There are many ways to gather information about your candidates: town hall meetings or candidate debates, radio and television advertising, newspaper and magazines, campaign offices and events, party websites and social media.
Final Thoughts
How should you evaluate candidates? What characteristics or qualifications do you expect from your MLA?