The Lull Before the Lull

We're officially in the lull before the lull before the storm period of the election. The leaders are preparing themselves for the debates on Thursday and Friday and slowly heading towards Vancouver. Already election activity isn't a top news item as things wind down for the holidays. For you die-hard political junkies, or if you're just bored at work, grab a beer, make some pop-corn and get your election fix here.


Where's the Party?

How many Parties are officially running in this election? If you said three your probably not from Quebec and forgot about the Bloc. Four you say? Just like the debate participants and broadcasters you forgot the Green Party.

Actually, believe it or not, there are thirteen Parties registered for this election. Here's where you can find the tried and true options as well as some more exotic selections if you're desparately searching for a change. Just click on the name.

Animal Alliance Environment Voters Party of Canada

Bloc Québécois

Canadian Action Party

Christian Heritage Party

Communist Party

Conservative Party

Green Party

Liberal Party

Libertarian Party

Marijuana Party

Marxist-Leninist Party

New Democratic Party

Progressive Canadian Party

If that's not enough for you, here are a few links to some sites that provide tables of key election issues and where the major parties stand on them.

CTV Election Issues Table

Globe and Mail Elections Issue Table

CBC Election Issues List


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