Does Canada have political debates?
Canadian leaders’ debates are leaders’ debates televised during federal elections in Canada, made up of two debates, one in French and one in English, usually held on back-to-back nights. The first time these debates were held was during the 1968 election.
How many billionaires are there in Canada?
53
Canada added seven billionaires in 2020, increasing its total to 53, tied for 12th-most in the world, up from 14th the previous year, according to a new global report. The combined wealth of Canadian billionaires also tops US$100 billion, an increase of 4.5 per cent from last year.
What is the popular vote mean?
Popular vote, in an indirect election, is the total number of votes received in the first-phase election, as opposed to the votes cast by those elected to take part in the final election.
How many questions did Canadians ask in the debates?
“These themes of both debates reflect the most urgent concerns of voters across the country and were reflected in the approximately 8,900 questions submitted by Canadians for the leaders,” McGuire said in a news release. Ten of those questions from Canadians will make it into the two debates, which will have similar — but not identical — formats.
Where can I watch the debates in Canada?
Both French and English debates will be streamed on Yahoo Canada at 8:00 p.m. ET on Wednesday and 9:00 p.m. ET on Thursday. Our goal is to create a safe and engaging place for users to connect over interests and passions. In order to improve our community experience, we are temporarily suspending article commenting
Why are social debate topics important in Canada?
All social debate topics have always captured their zeal because we can see these problems in society now and for some, they can be closer than we think. A lot of important issues in Canada are important, just think of them long enough and you will see what amn effect these topics have on people.
When is the French language debate in Canada?
The English-language debate will run from 7-9 p.m. ET on Monday, Oct. 7, 2019. The French-language debate has been scheduled for 8-10 p.m. ET on Thursday, Oct. 10, 2019. Both debates will take place before a live audience at the Canadian Museum of History in Gatineau, Que., across the river from Parliament Hill.