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 announces appointments to the Independent Advisory Board for Senate Appointments
[2021-08-12 - news release] - The Government of Canada updates the Canada Declaration on Electoral Integrity Online
[2021-08-11 - news release] - Minister LeBlanc and Principle 3 co-leads issue Multi-Stakeholder Insights: A Compendium on Countering Election Interference
[2021-04-14 - news release]
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 safeguard Canada’s federal elections 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.
Paris call for trust and security in cyberspace
Information about Canada’s role as a co-lead in the Paris Call.
Reports and publications
Democratic Institutions’ past activities, initiatives, and reporting.
Multi-Stakeholder insights: A compendium on countering election interference
A good practice guide to help build global expertise and understanding about effective ways to counter election interference.
Corporate information
Minister
Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, Infrastructure and Communities
Parliamentary Secretary
Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, Infrastructure and Communities
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