Canada's electoral system, sometimes referred to as a "first-past-the-post" system, is more accurately referred to as a single-member plurality system. The candidate with the most votes in a riding wins a seat in the House of Commons and represents that riding as its member of Parliament (MP).
How government is elected in Canada?
Using the plurality voting system, Canadians vote for their local Member of Parliament (MP), who represents one specific constituency in the House of Commons. The leader of the party most likely to hold the confidence of the House of Commons becomes the prime minister.
What are the 3 different types of voting systems?
Mixed member majoritarian. Single non-transferable vote.
What are the 4 steps of the electoral process?
Twenty-three people have served as prime ministers. Officially, the prime minister is appointed by the governor general of Canada, but by constitutional convention, the prime minister must have the confidence of the elected House of Commons.