Playing an active role in our communities is a right we all share. Getting involved means more than just voting every few years. It's finding other ways to ensure your voice is heard, other ways to speak out and express your beliefs. Not only that, but you'll pick up some great experience and learn new skills that will come in handy for school, work and life.

• Election Basics gives you the basics about voting and the electoral system.
• Find out how to become a candidate and kick-start your political career.
• Joining a political party is an easy and important way to get involved in Canada's political process.
• Many great youth organizations offer a variety of ways to speak out, to have an impact and to learn.