Canadian federal election system

Canada's federal election system is a parliamentary democracy where citizens aged 18 and over vote to choose Members of Parliament (MPs). Canada is divided into ridings (electoral districts), each electing one MP through a "first-past-the-post" system, where the candidate with the most votes wins. The political party that wins the most seats typically forms the government, with its leader becoming the Prime Minister. Elections are usually held every four years, but can happen sooner. The system emphasizes representation based on geographic regions, ensuring local voices influence federal policy and leadership.