Elections and political parties are crucial components of Canadian democracy. This course explores the ideology and organization of Canadian political parties as well as how these parties interact with the media and the role they play in our parliamentary institutions. The course will also examine various aspects of Canadian elections such as vote choice, political marketing, party financing, campaign strategy, social media, and electoral regulations. Weekly hours: 3 Seminar/Discussion hoursPrerequisite(s): 54 credit units at the university level, including 18 credit units POLS and/or IS.
Elections and political parties are crucial components of Canadian democracy. This course explores the ideology and organization of Canadian political parties as well as how these parties interact with the media and the role they play in our parliamentary institutions. The course will also examine various aspects of Canadian elections such as vote choice, political marketing, party financing, campaign strategy, social media, and electoral regulations. Weekly hours: 3 Seminar/Discussion hoursPrerequisite(s): 54 credit units at the university level, including 18 credit units POLS and/or IS.
