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Fair Vote Canada 🗳️🍁 @fairvote.ca · 9h

The issue isn’t free votes. It’s forcing BC’s entire right-wing spectrum into one party and expecting stability.

Proportional representation would end the need for every conservative to crowd into one tent and let them champion different ideas without heavy-handed leadership.

Screenshot of an article by Rob Shaw titled “Rustad’s free-vote revolution collapses under pressure.” The subheading reads, “B.C. Conservatives’ bold talk about conscience and courage crumbled the moment unity proved more valuable than principle.” Below is a photo of BC Conservative Leader John Rustad wearing a navy suit, white shirt, and glasses, standing outdoors with a serious expression.

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Fair Vote Canada 🗳️🍁 @fairvote.ca · 11h

Fair Vote Canada board member Ryan Campbell joined CFAX Victoria to talk about BC’s electoral reform consultations.

93% of submissions called for proportional representation. The message from the public is clear: make every vote count.

#bcpoli #cdnpoli

Graphic showing the CFAX 1070 and iHeartRadio logos with the headline: “93% of submissions on electoral reform support proportional representation.” Below, it reads: “Ryan Campbell, Board Member, Fair Vote Canada joins Josh.” Next to a photo of Ryan Campbell, a quote says: “We see the consequences of first-past-the-post in the United States with Donald Trump and increasing polarization of politics in Canada into two camps, left versus right. First-past-the-post is pretty rare among OECD countries. Three use first-past-the-post: Canada, the United States and the United Kingdom.” The layout features white and dark gray backgrounds with red and black text.

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Jason Oliver @jolivermtns.bsky.social · 1d

British Columbians want #ProportionalRepresentation! Let’s create a more inclusive, collaborative political culture in BC!

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#ElectoralReform #YYJPoli @bcndpcaucus.bsky.social @bcgreencaucus.bsky.social @fairvote.ca @lanapopham.bsky.social

BC Electoral Reform Committee: 93% support for proportional representation in public consultation

93% of those who participated in the public consultation of the BC Electoral Reform Committee with an opinion on the voting system recommended proportional representation.

www.fairvote.ca

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Fair Vote Canada 🗳️🍁 @fairvote.ca · 1d

Each time a government threatens to use the notwithstanding clause, remember: our voting system gives that power to parties most voters didn’t choose.

Proportional representation would make sure rights can’t be trampled by a minority.

Graphic with a grey background showing a judge’s gavel, open law books, and a balanced scale of justice. The text reads: “The real danger of the notwithstanding clause is that under first past the post, a government backed by just 40% or less of voters can use it to override your rights. That’s not democracy. Proportional representation would prevent that abuse of power and ensure the clause could only be used by governments that actually reflect a majority. Learn more at fairvote.ca.”

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fairvotevictoria.bsky.social @fairvotevictoria.bsky.social · 1d

There are now lots of studies that show that First Past the Post creates polarization of parties and people. And to make matters worse, there is no end to it. Pernicious polarization is the final result. Sadly, civil war is a possible outcome. Implementing PR is not only fair game, it's vital.

Fair Vote Canada 🗳️🍁 @fairvote.ca · 2d

The BC Conservatives’ chaos is not random. It is a product of First Past the Post.

Proportional representation would let every conservative voice stand on its own and still count.

#bcpoli #cdnpoli #ProportionalRepresentation (12/12)

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Fair Vote Canada 🗳️🍁 @fairvote.ca · 1d

The results of the public consultation by BC’s Democratic and Electoral Reform Committee are in, and the feedback the committee received was overwhelmingly for proportional representation. Time for action!

www.fairvote.ca/07/10/2025/9...

93% of submissions to the BC Democratic and Electoral Reform Committee committee called for proportional representation

www.fairvote.ca

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Fair Vote Canada 🗳️🍁 @fairvote.ca · 2d

The BC Conservatives’ chaos is not random. It is a product of First Past the Post.

Proportional representation would let every conservative voice stand on its own and still count.

#bcpoli #cdnpoli #ProportionalRepresentation (12/12)

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Fair Vote Canada 🗳️🍁 @fairvote.ca · 2d

10. Fairness for everyone.

No party, left or right, should get 100 percent of the power with only 40 percent of the vote.

Conservatives should lead the call for a system that is fair, stable, and democratic. (11/12)

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Fair Vote Canada 🗳️🍁 @fairvote.ca · 2d

9. Reflect real BC conservatism.

BC’s conservatives are not one voice. They are small business owners, farmers, faith communities, and urban professionals.

Proportional representation respects that diversity instead of erasing it. (10/12)

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Fair Vote Canada 🗳️🍁 @fairvote.ca · 2d

8. Keep the NDP honest.

With proportional representation, no party can dominate with just 40 percent of the vote.

Every conservative vote helps shape the next coalition. (9/12)

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Fair Vote Canada 🗳️🍁 @fairvote.ca · 2d

7. Stability for the long term.

First Past the Post creates boom and bust cycles. One election you are up, the next you are gone.

Proportional representation gives steady, lasting representation that grows over time. (8/12)

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Fair Vote Canada 🗳️🍁 @fairvote.ca · 2d

6. Make every vote count.

Thousands of conservative votes in Metro Vancouver go to waste.

Under proportional representation, those votes would finally elect MLAs. (7/12)

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Fair Vote Canada 🗳️🍁 @fairvote.ca · 2d

5. Build real coalitions, not fake unity.

With proportional representation, conservatives could form post-election coalitions with like-minded partners instead of pretending to all agree under one brand. (6/12)

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Fair Vote Canada 🗳️🍁 @fairvote.ca · 2d

4. Strengthen rural and urban voices.

Rural conservatives win big majorities but gain no extra seats.

Urban conservatives get shut out.

Proportional representation gives both fair representation. (5/12)

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Fair Vote Canada 🗳️🍁 @fairvote.ca · 2d

3. Let conservatives be conservatives.

In First Past the Post, leaders silence dissent to look “united.”

Proportional representation allows genuine debate so parties can stand by their principles instead of fighting over who controls the tent. (4/12)

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Fair Vote Canada 🗳️🍁 @fairvote.ca · 2d

2. End vote-splitting.

Right now BC Conservatives, OneBC, and what’s left of BC United divide the same voters.

Under proportional representation, every conservative vote would count no matter which party you choose. (3/12)

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Fair Vote Canada 🗳️🍁 @fairvote.ca · 2d

1. Stop the civil wars.

When one party has to represent every kind of conservative, fights are inevitable.

Proportional representation lets different voices like libertarian, populist, and moderate run separately and still work together after the election. (2/12)

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Fair Vote Canada 🗳️🍁 @fairvote.ca · 2d

The BC Conservatives are imploding, but the real problem isn’t just leadership.

It’s First Past the Post, which forces everyone on the right into one unstable party.

Here are 10 reasons why Conservatives should support Proportional Representation 🧵 (1/12)

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Fair Vote Canada 🗳️🍁 @fairvote.ca · 3d

Ontario Grade 5 teachers, don’t miss this.

We're offering "What is fair?", a free, ready-to-use classroom resource that brings democracy and fairness to life through hands-on lessons and simulations.

Request it here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Poster titled “What is fair?” featuring the Peace Tower on Parliament Hill under a blue sky. Text explains that Grade 5 students explore government and fairness by comparing political systems and participating in a Citizens’ Assembly. Additional text highlights “Free ready-to-use lessons,” “Engaging simulations,” “Inquiry-based final project,” and “Available in French.” Logos for the Elementary Teachers of Toronto and Fair Vote Canada appear at the bottom.

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Fair Vote Canada 🗳️🍁 @fairvote.ca · 6d

No riding thinks the same way. But First Past the Post acts like they do. It shuts out voices and wastes votes.

Proportional representation makes every vote count and ensures fair representation for every community.

#cdnpoli

A purple background graphic with the title “What people say vs what our voting system hears.” On the left, a cartoon woman says: “In my riding, 34% support the Liberals, 32% support the Conservatives, 19% support the NDP, 12% want the Greens and…” On the right, another woman replies: “So you’re all Liberals.”

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Fair Vote Canada 🗳️🍁 @fairvote.ca · 7d

In Ontario, Conservatives face two choices: obey Doug Ford or risk ridicule for speaking up.

That’s the trap of first-past-the-post.

Proportional representation would let different conservative voices win seats instead of being forced under one banner.

Screenshot of a Globe and Mail headline. The headline reads: “New group Project Ontario takes aim at Doug Ford, who dismisses them as radicals.” The byline below says Laura Stone, Queen’s Park Reporter, published September 30, 2025.

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Fair Vote Canada 🗳️🍁 @fairvote.ca · 8d

A system where over 630,000 votes equals only one seat is not democracy, it's distortion.

As the NDP leadership race ramps up, candidates must make proportional representation central to their platforms so every voter gets a voice, no matter where they live.

#cdnpoli

A graphic with orange text boxes that read: “Did you know? At the 2025 federal election, over 630,000 Canadians voted NDP in Eastern Canada but only won one seat to show for it. Proportional representation means you get the voice you vote for, no matter where you call home.” At the bottom it says “Learn more at fairvote.ca.”

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Fair Vote Canada 🗳️🍁 @fairvote.ca · 13d

Read the full article here: thehub.ca/2025/09/25/d...

Dan Robertson: Three ways the Conservative Party of Canada can win again

We need structural solutions to conservatism’s structural problems

thehub.ca

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Fair Vote Canada 🗳️🍁 @fairvote.ca · 13d

Worth a read: Dan Robertson argues in The Hub that Conservatives should embrace proportional representation.

When even conservative strategists are calling out the broken system, you know it’s time for change.

#cdnpoli

Screenshot of an article from The Hub featuring Conservative strategist Dan Robertson. The headline reads “Three ways the Conservative Party of Canada can win again,” with a section excerpted that highlights his argument for proportional representation.

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Fair Vote Canada 🗳️🍁 @fairvote.ca · 13d

If you don't think road safety should be left to governments holding majority control with only 40% of the vote, demand proportional representation.

Headline from The Guardian reading, “Doug Ford to ban speed cameras in Ontario in populist appeal to suburban voters.” Subheading says, “Canada premier’s move prompts criticism from road safety activists and is likely to cue new showdown with Toronto.

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