Collingwood Now presents Referendum Ontario 2007... Ontario is facing a big decision

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You’re about
to make
a big decision.!
Make sure
you understand
the question.

Here are some common
questions being asked
about the referendum!

What is a referendum?
A referendum is an event when the government asks voters an
important question. All voters are asked to indicate which choice
they prefer, using a ballot.

When is the referendum being held?
The next provincial election will happen on October 10, 2007. A
referendum will be held at the same time.

Can I vote in the referendum but not vote for an election candidate?
Yes.

Can I vote for an election candidate but not vote in the referendum?
Yes.

Are there other provinces within Canada that use the Mixed Member
Proportional System?
A Mixed Member Proportional system is not used by any other
province.
The Mixed Member Proportional system recommended by
the Ontario Citizens’ Assembly is one type of Mixed Member
Proportional system. In Canada, it would be unique to Ontario,
but types of Mixed Member Proportional systems are used in other
places around the world.

What happens if I vote for First-Past-the-Post or the alternative
electoral system?
If at least 60% of all the referendum ballots across the province
choose the alternative system recommended by the Citizens’
Assembly AND 50% of the voters in at least 64 electoral districts
vote for Mixed Member Proportional, then the Mixed Member
Proportional system would be put forward as Ontario’s electoral
system in future.
By December 31st, 2008, the new government would have to
introduce a law to officially make Mixed Member Proportional
Ontario’s new system.
If this does not happen, Ontario will keep using the same system
used now to elect members to the provincial legislature (First-
Past-the-Post).

Do I qualify to vote in the referendum?
To vote in the referendum, you must be 18 years of age or older,
and a Canadian Citizen, and a resident of Ontario.

To find out more
visit www.elections.on.ca or call 1.888.ONT.VOTE.
learn more about your choices