As several Canadian provinces gear up for elections this fall, concerns about foreign interference and the contentious issue of migration are taking center stage. With three provinces heading to the polls, there is growing apprehension about their preparedness to combat potential foreign meddling in their electoral processes. Former public servant Michael Wernick has highlighted the vulnerability of provincial elections to external influences, particularly pointing out the risks associated with the Parti Québécois's promise of a third referendum on independence, which could attract foreign interest. Additionally, the debate over migration has intensified in British Columbia, where a recent poll indicates a significant shift in public opinion, with 57% of respondents now believing there are 'too many' migrants. This evolving sentiment suggests that migration will be a critical issue in the upcoming B.C. election, further complicating the political landscape.
It's crucial we address and protect our elections from foreign interference, especially as the conversation around migration becomes more heated and potentially divisive.
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Low-wage foreign worker fiasco brings migration debate to B.C. election
It’s hard to say in fast-changing B.C. politics, but recent Leger polls show a rapidly rising number of British Columbians of all ethnicities, 57 per cent, now believe there are “too many” migrants. Which suggests the migration issue is no longer a no-go zone.
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Provinces' capacity to respond to foreign interference questioned ahead of busy election season
As a longtime former public servant, Michael Wernick is listening when the Parti Québécois promises a third referendum on independence should it secure power in the next election. He thinks Russia is,
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Are provinces with upcoming elections ready to deal with foreign meddling?
Provincial governments are also targets for foreign interference. Three provinces are heading to the polls this fall — are they prepared to deal with foreign meddling?
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