There is a big (and first ever) electoral reform referendum coming up in Ontario on October 10th.
When voters go to the polls for the next provincial election, they’ll also be voting on whether to implement a Mixed Member Proportional electoral system. Apparently, about half of all Ontarians don’t know what MMP is about, where it came from, and how it differs from the current first past the post system.
There’s no clearer job for a public librarian in Ontario right now that to be make information accessible and as visible as possible so that voters can make an informed choice at the polling station.
Here’s are a few resources to pass on. The video is getting nice reviews for bringing some clarity to the midst of confusion.
Spacing Wire coverage
Referendum Ontario
Vote for MMP
MMP Guide - Toronto Star
Articles and Related Links - Globe and Mail
TVO Big Ideas debate (added Oct 3.07)
Toronto Public Library Resource Guide (added Oct 5.07)
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