Problem 1: Which approach(es) to the study of politics best explains the 2021 election outcome and why? Provide examples.
Problem 2: Why is Canada's system of government referred to as the 'Westminster Model', and does it differ in any meaningful way from the US system of government? Provide examples.
Problem 3: Why are majority parliaments preferred over minority parliaments? Explain and provide examples.
Problem 4: Should Canada's electoral laws regarding who can vote change? Explain and draw upon recent elections and events.
Problem 5: Does it matter which electoral system is used to elect MPs? Explain and draw upon recent elections.
Problem 6: Do political parties in Canada differ in any meaningful ways? Explain and provide examples.
Problem 7: In thinking about the evolution of Canada's parties, why are some parties considered major parties and others considered minor parties? Explain and provide examples, with a focus on the fourth party system.
Problem 8: Are all Canada's political parties 'broker' or brokerage parties? Explain and provide examples.