Democratic Institutions
The Government of Canada is committed to improving, strengthening and protecting Canada’s democratic institutions. Here you can find information about the ongoing work to fulfill this commitment, information about Canada’s democratic institutions themselves, and learn more about Canadian democracy.
Latest news
- Minister LeBlanc to participate virtually in the Forum on Social Media Disinformation and Election Interference
[2020-06-28 - media advisory] - Tabling of Leaders’ Debates Commission report on 2019 federal election
[2020-06-01 - statement]
Services and information
Democracy in Canada
Canada’s democratic institutions, how they function and why.
Legislation
Learn more about recent changes to the Canada Elections Act and how they impact our democratic institutions.
Protecting democracy
How we safeguarded Canada’s 2019 federal election against foreign interference.
Senate appointment resources
Read past announcements and learn more about the Senate appointments process.
Leaders' debates
Information regarding the future of leaders’ debates in federal elections.
Reports and publications
Democratic Institutions’ past activities, initiatives, and reporting.
Corporate information
Parliamentary Secretary
Parliamentary Secretary to the President of the Queen’s Privy Council for Canada and to the Leader of the Government in the House of Commons
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