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@B2NXYM33mos3MO
yes but they need to understand basic government stuff and politicians cannot target them to try to convince them
@B45NRM74wks4W
Yes, any citizen that pays taxes should be required to pass a test demonstrating their understanding of politics to vote
@B3B92MJ2mos2MO
no, if kids too young get to vote they don't have there own ideas and they would just go off of there parents
@B2XHDKF2mos2MO
I think it could be a good idea to lower it, make it fair and equal to everyone, think it would be good.
@B2XJ33J2mos2MO
the minimum voting age should be 16 years and voters should be required to pass a basic test demonstrating their understanding of politics in order to vote.
@B2XCC2L2mos2MO
Individuals under the age of 18 should not be able to vote as if they were of age however, we should implement a way for young peoples voices to have a say in politics. Such as a school collective vote.
@B2VK5QV2mos2MO
I think that it should be lowered so that I can enjoy my childhood more instead of waiting for the golden years to end without the right to vote
@B2TYRNR2mos2MO
No, anyone below the age of 18 does not have the necessary understanding of the world and its complexities to vote on critical issues.
@9QRJWX310mos10MO
Yes, and those over 70 should no longer be allowed to vote as they are not investing in their futures but those after them.
@9PTX3NF10mos10MO
Yes but, understanding of politics quiz to show educated voter under 18. They are voting for their future.
Voting age should be lowered to 16, they have a right to purchase a vehicle at that age so why not go all out in the consent
@9KZ9LTCConservative1yr1Y
Yes, but I think there should be a basic test demonstrating their understanding of politics before they can vote
@9K8HRYH1yr1Y
I say yes, it should be lowered to 16, many old people say that young adults live in the moment, yes that is somewhat true, we also don't want to be completely screwed over because older people made poor decisions that will now hinder our lives
@9HPLXN81yr1Y
No, and information on what parties wish to accomplish and how well they have completed things in the past should be more advertised
I think everyone who is over 16 should be allowed to vote. All ages should have to show that they have some understanding of what the parties stand for and why they support their party so they are not just voting the same as other people.
@9H6GJSN1yr1Y
I believe it should be but ensure that voters and the education system can teach more about political parties and politics.
@9GHZBR81yr1Y
Yes, but those under the current age should be tested to make sure they comprehend the politics and are mature enough.
@9FR4Q6CRhinoceros2yrs2Y
No, it should be minimum 25 years of age, but if an 17 year old or higher wants to vote, they should pass a basic test to show their understanding of politics.
@9FL3H4H2yrs2Y
Maybe, 16 y.o. people should have the right to vote
@9F8WF382yrs2Y
It should be lowerd to the age of sixteeen but they should be evaluated first
@B29X3K93mos3MO
Yes, since the government says you can start working at 14 and pay taxes on those paychecks, they should be allowed to vote
@B24XS7D4mos4MO
It matters less about age and if they actually understand party policies and how that will affect the country.
@9SNLSPN8mos8MO
Any citizen that pays taxes should be allowed to vote, and all voters must pass a basic test to demonstrate their understanding of politics before voting
@9FBW2N52yrs2Y
yes. even tough young people are mostly immuture, the mature ones should be able to show theiry opinion.
@9FBJ56D2yrs2Y
Yes, as long as they have a job, and can drive. They also would have to lower the age for the drivers test of Canada.
@9F6YRJ82yrs2Y
No, because people are to immature at that low age
@9F5KMPV2yrs2Y
Keep it at 18. Minors aren't informed enough on politics to vote.
@9F4H7GM2yrs2Y
@9DK3RYT2yrs2Y
Yes, but only if the citizen has finished high school before 18.
@98ZHXYK2yrs2Y
Yes, but 16 and 17 year old voters should be required to pass a basic test demonstrating their understanding of politics in order to vote
@8VHJJJJ4yrs4Y
yes, the minimum should be 17 instead of 18
@9BHQP4S2yrs2Y
Yes, only to the age of 16 as the results will have impact for when they reach age if majority.
@92QXYZV3yrs3Y
To you should pay taxes and out of high school
Yes, so long as the individual is well-informed and understands the political issues well enough to make said decision.
Yes, but a test is required to test basic understanding of issues and knowledge for said test must be freely provided
@8YC2DFN3yrs3Y
Yes, but a political maturity test should be done for all voters
@8XZMDGY3yrs3Y
Yes, but only if voters under the age of 21 complete a government test varifying their understanding of the political system and the functioning of elections.
@8XLDKZQ3yrs3Y
Yes, but if under 18 you must be paying taxes and be able to pass a basic political understanding test
@8VVT97B4yrs4Y
Yes, to 16 but you have to apply for it by taking a political test.
@8VVNTM8Conservative4yrs4Y
Yes, but only if they pass a basic test demonstrating their understanding of politics in order to vote.
@8VVD7Z44yrs4Y
16 is a good age, as they learn in high school the importance of politics
@8VVB9NJNew Democratic4yrs4Y
The right to vote should depend on maturity and knowledge as opposed to age.
@8VTM4QW4yrs4Y
Yes, as long as they can pass a basic test of political understanding.
@8VRZVG94yrs4Y
yes but only with in reason. as long as they know what they are voting for and who.
@8VQXLF44yrs4Y
once people pass highschool they should be allowed
@8VNMZMQ4yrs4Y
yes but they should have to pass a test first
@8VMRXXD4yrs4Y
I don't have enough information to have an opinion
@8VMLZCJ4yrs4Y
Yes if the person has graduated High School
@8VML9XW4yrs4Y
if your 18th birthday is December 31st on the year that the election is called you should get to vote.
Yes, only if they are studying economics as a subject in education. For them to get a better understanding of what the situation is.
@8VLCDVS4yrs4Y
I think the minimum voting age should be lowered to 16 years old
@8VKY2544yrs4Y
If they have background of politcal study than yes but if not, no
@8VJ33RX4yrs4Y
Yes. To 17. Younger people who are learning this in school would be more likely to vote and continue voting.
@8VGQNCP4yrs4Y
Yes, anyone that passes a basic test understanding politics should be allowed to vote
@8VGK7DN4yrs4Y
Yes, but they must pass a basic test demonstrating their understand of Canadian politics in order to vote
@8VG6MFS4yrs4Y
In my opinion, as soon as a citizen takes part in social life (like working, volunteering), they shouls have the right to pass a basic test demonstrating their understanding of politics in order to vote. If they pass, they're good to vote.
P.S. In naddition, they can pass this test every time before voting as long as they enter a voting age
@8VG37XL4yrs4Y
Yes, and voters should be required to pass a very basic test showing their understanding of politics.
@8VG2DX84yrs4Y
It's fine the way it is currently
@8VFHRPZ4yrs4Y
Abolish voting and enact an anarchist system
@8VD5RRY4yrs4Y
Yes and there should also be a maximum voting age. A basic test should be required to ensure people voting understand what they're voting for
@8VCS9MJ4yrs4Y
You should pass a test that proves you understand politics.
@8VCGSHW4yrs4Y
It should be 18 Nation Wide, and voters should be required to pass a basic test demonstrating their understanding of politics in order to vote.
@8V9QL344yrs4Y
Yes, but only if the person under 18 can pass a test proving their understanding of the importance of politics and voting.
@8V5QKD84yrs4Y
Yes, but they should be given a test demonstrating understanding of politics
@8TXRRVJ4yrs4Y
I think it's fine where its at (18)
@8TWGK2T4yrs4Y
No, and voting should be mandatory.
@8TV8FYTLibertarian4yrs4Y
Yes if they pass a basic test demonstrating their understanding of politics in order to vote
@8TH5CMD4yrs4Y
It should be lowered to 16 as people around that age are more knowledgable about the ongoing issues in our country and are mature enough to make a decision.
@8TD5VXN4yrs4Y
I'm completely indifferent, it could be lowered to 16, but it doesn't matter that much to me.
@8T4XD754yrs4Y
Yes, but with a basic test that demonstrates their understanding of politics.
@8SRSM534yrs4Y
doesnt really matter to me
@8SL7QKS4yrs4Y
Yes, only for provincial and local elections
@8SL7PFT4yrs4Y
if the person is mature enough then yes
@8SGW3W44yrs4Y
Yes, but people under sixteen can not vote with there parents and should be required to pass a basic test demonstrating their understanding of politics in order to vote.
@8SFD4XJ4yrs4Y
Any person who pays taxes and shows a basic understanding of the country’s politics should be allowed to vote.
It really depends on the maturity level of the citizen themself, I feel the lowest should/could be around 16-17. But I feel like 18 is a reasonable age.
@8RWBJNQ4yrs4Y
I would lower the minimum voting age to 12 years old. But for people between 12 and 18 they would be required to take a Canadian Citizenship test getting a passing grade.
@8RHSLQR4yrs4Y
It should be but only by 2 years
@8RGD2GL4yrs4Y
Only those mature enough to make decisions and lead our country in the right direction should have the right to vote.
@8RF4L7J4yrs4Y
Yes, Canadian youth should be able to vote towards their future.
Yes, though people should be evaluated based on their understanding of politics.
There should be a maximum age like 60-70
@8QY9TZH4yrs4Y
No, it should be raised and voters should have to pass a basic test to show their understanding of politics
@8QRWJZ5New Democratic4yrs4Y
No, it should be raised and voters should be required to pass a test about the political issues to be allowed to vote ie should be mandatory
@8QLZ6T74yrs4Y
It should be lowered, but a baseline test should be administered to all voters
@BasedCanadianPeople’s4yrs4Y
Yes but should be required to pass a basic test to demonstrate their understanding of politics
@8PYM7QV4yrs4Y
No, and Restrict voting to those over 25, with Children, and a homeowner.
@8PSZYX74yrs4Y
When a citizen became legal age 18 year old
@8PK87HQ4yrs4Y
Yes. Age is not a sign of maturity. We should give opportunities to younger and involved citizens.
@8P7S73Z4yrs4Y
Yes however students need to be taught more about politics and figure out which party they stand with
@8NWJ3SPLibertarian4yrs4Y
Yes, but only for votes in local elections
@8MCDRLX4yrs4Y
yes, but we should be educated on a political views earlier
@8K82XPP4yrs4Y
it should almost be raised
I think if they are underage but have a good understanding should be able to vote
@8JBLWYJ5yrs5Y
Yes, but there should be a basic test you are required to take once in your life to make sure you understand basic politics
@8GPPB955yrs5Y
shouldn't be able to vote until your brain is fully developed.
@8GPMC675yrs5Y
Wait until your brain is fully developed (age 24). This way you will know exactly what you think. Although if you pay taxes you should have the right to vote.
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