According to Elections Ontario, approximately 10.7 million voters are eligible for this general election in Ontario.
Éric In is of French origin. Evolving in the field of finance, he has lived in Toronto for seven years.
The first thing I did when I got my certificate was register with Elections Ontario and Elections Canada
proudly assures the new Canadian who received his citizenship certificate in mid-March.
Éric In is an investment director, specializing in social and environmental impact investing.
Photo: Eric In
For the Torontonian, it is difficult to choose a party that concretely touches on all the issues that concern him. It’s complicated to find a program that brings together everything you want
he said. You always have to measure what on the whole can approach or defend what you want
he adds.
” I haven’t seen a full strategy. There are things that are interesting in each program. I think there are a lot of measures [proposées] which are made for certain groups, certain subjects. »
According to him, the campaign should last longer to allow citizens to be better informed.
The Ontarian also deplores the lack of coherence of political platforms. I don’t feel like there is a big vision for the province unfortunately.
Fayza Abdallaoui, who has lived in Ontario for 15 years, agrees. I see no vision
laments the voter.
Very excited to be able to vote, she is still skeptical of the parties’ promises. I feel that there is this disconnection of governments vis-à-vis the realities of their citizens.
” I find it difficult to be reassured about what they want to put in place […] With the Ontario election, we are still in party games […] The platform is currently not up to par. Whatever the parties, I want more. I want to hear them. »
The Mississauga resident also intends to participate as a member of the electoral staff in the conduct of the vote. When we want her [ la démocratie] works, you have to educate yourself, act, speak
she says.
Fayza Abdallaoui founded Next Level Impact Consulting, a bilingual company dedicated to the economic, social and civic development of Canadians.
Photo: Courtesy of Fayza Abdallaoui
Marc Andy Lamontagne has just turned 18. He is excited to be able to vote. It’s a big moment in my life
he said. I will do my duty as a Canadian citizen
he adds.
The young man concedes that he is a little stressed at the idea of voting. He says he still has a lot to learn before making a decision and choosing a side. I learn as I go
he said.
” For a better future for the next generation […] It’s our turn to make decisions. »
Tools from Elections Ontario
Aside from using its website, Elections Ontario offers voters its new smart phone application that allows them to register on the voters list.
New voters can also add themselves to the Ontario Register of Future Voters to receive their voter card.
Elections Ontario also distributes information to schools and universities to encourage young people to participate in elections.
There are also programs [de simulation électorale] what we do with community associations
explains media relations coordinator Eleni Armenakis.
Reference-ici.radio-canada.ca