Voter turnout is a complex issue that has many factors. There's political motivation. There's the timing, and I mentioned moose hunting. The fixed election date does not take into consideration first nations' priorities. Making sure there are polling stations on first nations reserves when that's requested is essential as well. Providing training—and this is a very simple recommendation—to Elections Canada staff to make sure we're not perpetuating systemic racism in institutions and that we're ensuring first nations can participate in the federal electoral process, should they choose to do so, is essential. It's about making it a process that works for them.
On November 12th, 2020. See this statement in context.