POL101Y1 Lecture Notes - Lecture 5: Single Transferable Vote, Mitzie Hunter, Minority Government
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Enables toronto city council to pass a ranked ballot by law with approval from the. Had no impact on 2014 election cycle. Requires public consultation by the city before a ranked ballot could be implemented. Mitzie introduced private member"s bill, bill 166 2014. Felt first past the post system was not engaging enough. Act amended the city of toronto act 20016 to allow the city of toronto to pass a ranked ballot by-law for city council elections. Premier in 2014 called a general election, led to mitzie goi elected again and promoted this bill (ranked ballot system part of liberals" agenda) Promotes inclusion and independence for adults with developmental disabilities by: Competitive employment for people with developmental disabilities. Makes services and supports catered to the individuals" needs. Of ontarians were without a workplace pension. Schedules to launch in january 2017 -- three million ontarians set up to save for their retirement.
