Good morning, Nearly two centuries later, what can William Lyon Mackenzie still teach us about building a better city? In my reading of his story, I find that one of his beliefs was that true democracy requires active civic participation, including fair elections, public debate, and citizen involvement, principles that are essential to good governance. When York became … [Read more...] about Lesson 30: Make Your Mark on Your City, Inspired by Toronto’s First Mayor
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Lesson 19: Your Vote Matters
Good morning, Your vote is not just a right; it’s an opportunity to shape the future of Canada.The federal election, which is set to take place on April 28, sees Canada's political parties face off in 343 ridings (including five new electoral districts). As Canadians, we are given the rare privilege to have our voices heard through our vote. If and when we don't exercise … [Read more...] about Lesson 19: Your Vote Matters