A closer match
The central idea is simple: a party’s share of seats should broadly reflect its share of votes.
A fairer way to be represented
Every vote
should count.
Our votes tell a story.
Our Parliament should reflect it.
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Canada · 2019 federal election
A third of the votes.
Nearly half the seats.
Liberal Party of Canada
Share of valid votes33.1%
Share of seats46.4%
One example of the gap between votes and seats under first-past-the-post. Historical results, not a projection under PR.
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Representation that reflects us.
There is more than one way to design a voting system. Start with what it should make possible.
More votes represented
PR aims to help more voters contribute to electing a representative.
A connection to place
Local and regional representation can be part of a proportional design.
Meaningful choices
Different systems offer different ways to choose parties, candidates, or both.
From understanding to action
A place to make a difference.
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- Share of valid votes
- 16.0%
- Share of seats
- 7.1%
Historical results under first-past-the-post, not a projection under PR. Shares rounded to one decimal.
Source: Elections Canada, 2019 official results: valid votes; seats.
How closely do votes and seats match under first-past-the-post?
A party’s national share of seats can differ substantially from its share of valid votes. Explore the 2019 results and the riding-by-riding rules behind them.
How does Mixed-Member Proportional work?
MMP combines constituency representatives with linked compensatory seats. The top-up allocation accounts for local seats already won.
Full guide planned · prototype
Read the introductory explainer — How does Mixed-Member Proportional work? →1 source for How does Mixed-Member Proportional work?
Closer to home
Big conversations start locally.
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