Municipal races to watch in your regions
On November 2nd, Quebecers will head to the polls to elect their future municipal representatives. Whether you are a politics enthusiast or a newcomer, the Catapulte team has brought together, on a single platform, its analyses of the races to watch.
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Key facts about the elections
- This election marks a turning point. Millennials now form the dominant voter group, ahead of baby boomers.
- With added complexity due to the Canada Post labour dispute, cities and municipalities must find alternatives to reach voters. Elections Quebec has already decided to authorize the transmission of election-related documents by means other than door-to-door delivery.
- In many areas, change will be the theme, as several long-serving elected officials will not be seeking a new mandate.
To date, more than 500 candidates have already been elected by acclamation.
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