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Understanding voting
Voting is a simple act that keeps democracy alive. Here is all you need to know about voting.
Are you hesitant to get out and vote? Let us explain why this seemingly small act is so important.
How do I vote?Find out how to vote in six simple steps, from the moment you arrive at the polling station to the moment you put your ballot in the box.
Deciding who to vote forYou need information to make your decision. It’s your responsibility to find it! Here are a few things to think about to help you decide.
Four hours to voteOn polling day, your employer must give you at least four consecutive hours to vote, with no reduction in pay or other penalty.
Partisan publicity and persons allowed on polling station premisesPolling locations must be neutral and impartial. You should not be pressured or influenced when you go there to vote.
History of the right to vote in QuébecThe right to vote in Quebec has evolved gradually over the years. Its history has been punctuated by many advances and a few setbacks. Here are the pivotal stages of its evolution.
Right of Québec women to vote and to stand for officeEnrich your knowledge of the long quest of Quebec women for political equality.
Rejected ballotsFind out why a ballot may be rejected during the counting of votes and how Québec deals with blank votes and spoiled ballots.
The use of a lead pencil for votingLearn why the Election Act requires the use of a lead pencil at polling stations.
Counting of the votes and reporting of provincial election resultsWe rely on multiple oversight measures to ensure that the electoral process remains secure, reliable, and non-partisan.
Other resources
Want to know more? Follow the links below to understand other aspects of Quebec's democracy.