Canadian Vote Summit
Thank you to all those who attended! To access photos from the event, go to the bottom of the page.
On June 19 and 20, 2023, over 200 leaders from across the country attended the Canadian Vote Summit 2023 in Toronto, hosted by The Democratic Engagement Exchange in collaboration with Elections Canada.
Earning Trust - Challenges for Canada’s Democracy
June 19 - 20, 2023
Toronto Metropolitan University
Event Report
Elections are the lifeblood of a healthy democracy. Yet participation has plummeted in recent elections, jeopardizing the very legitimacy of our democratic institutions.
The Canadian Vote Summit addresses the challenges facing our democracy nationally by fostering cross-sector collaboration to build solutions that enable Canada’s democratic institutions to earn trust and confidence.
Why You Should Attend The Canadian Vote Summit
Democracy is facing real threats – join the Canadian Vote Summit to be part of the solution. At the Summit, you will:
Network with top thought leaders and decision-makers
who are leading research and shaping policy in Canadian democracy
Explore ways to reduce barriers to participation
while maintaining trust in the integrity of our electoral system
Access the latest research
from organizations on the frontlines of democracy, including Apathy is Boring, Samara Centre for Democracy, Unlock Democracy and The Institute for Canadian Citizenship
Engage with leading scholars
from the Consortium on Electoral Democracy, the Trust Gov Project and more
Connect with innovative community leaders
working to increase participation and address systemic inequalities experienced by racialized Canadians, new citizens, LGTBQ+, and Indigenous electors
Learn more about our exciting program, featuring keynote speakers Elamin Abdelmahmoud, host of CBC Radio’s COMMOTION and author of Son of Elsewhere: A Memoir in Pieces, and Pippa Norris, Harvard University professor and author of 50 books, including In Praise of Skepticism - Trust But Verify.
EVENT DETAILS
date and time:
Monday, June 19, 2023, begins 9:00 AM
Tuesday, June 20, 2023, ends 6:00 PM EDT
Location:
Toronto Metropolitan University
55 Dundas Street West Toronto, ON M5G 2C3
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
You should attend if you are:
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dedicated to maintaining trust and building confidence in our electoral democracy. You will get a unique opportunity to engage with colleagues and key partners in the ongoing campaign to strengthen democratic engagement, as well as access to the highest quality scholarship and research on the current state of trust and how it can be earned.
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committed to understanding the challenges our democracy faces and applying research to develop solutions. You will make important connections with elections administrators and frontline organizers who can put solutions into action
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who understands the vital importance of a healthy democracy in addressing the most critical challenges faced by our communities. This is a chance to investigate best practices and acquire strategies on how to build power and learn from your peers. *
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eager to make a difference and ensure that every Canadian citizen has a voice. This is your chance to expand your professional network, connect with other student leaders and gain first-hand insights into our democratic institutions.
*LIMITED TRAVEL BURSARIES ARE AVAILABLE - APPLY TODAY AT catherine.corriveau@torontomu.ca
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