Don Anomino Posted October 17, 2015 Report Share Posted October 17, 2015 In VICE News, a bylined article by David Agren about Canadians at Lakeside and voting: "Canadians don't hold debate parties, don't let politics sour social events, and don't seem to take the subject too seriously in Ajijic." https://news.vice.com/article/canadians-in-mexico-care-about-the-election-just-not-enough-to-vote FWIW, -- Don Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ferret Posted October 17, 2015 Report Share Posted October 17, 2015 I can assure you that Revenue Canada probably knows where everyone is... And Canadians can definitely get rabid about politics...American politics because what or who is in power affects Canada greatly...unfortunately probably more than who is in power in Canada. You do realize that this thread will get pulled because you can't talk politics on this board... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cbviajero Posted October 17, 2015 Report Share Posted October 17, 2015 And Canadians can definitely get rabid about politics..I read today in the NY Times that conservatives in Canada were taking out ads saying that if the liberals win there will be"brothels in our communities". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ferret Posted October 17, 2015 Report Share Posted October 17, 2015 We can only hope...just think of the tax revenue...and they thought oil was important. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xena Posted October 17, 2015 Report Share Posted October 17, 2015 I read today in the NY Times that conservatives in Canada were taking out ads saying that if the liberals win there will be"brothels in our communities". This should really increase the liberal voter turnout. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CHILLIN Posted October 17, 2015 Report Share Posted October 17, 2015 You see - this is what happens to a country that doesn't have the "pledge of allegiance". To heck in a handbasket, I'll tell you. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pledge_of_Allegiance Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sunshine Girl Posted October 17, 2015 Report Share Posted October 17, 2015 In VICE News, a bylined article by David Agren about Canadians at Lakeside and voting: "Canadians don't hold debate parties, don't let politics sour social events, and don't seem to take the subject too seriously in Ajijic." https://news.vice.com/article/canadians-in-mexico-care-about-the-election-just-not-enough-to-vote FWIW, -- Don You are aware of the differences in voter turnout in Canada and the US? US has averaged 47.7 % turnout since 1945. Canada has averaged 70.7% since 1867. Our lowest turnout on record was 58.8 % in 2008. The US voter turnout is dead last amongst the G7 nations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
donnie Posted October 17, 2015 Report Share Posted October 17, 2015 Canadians who have lived abroad for more than 5 years(exceptions for military etc) are not allowed to vote in federal elections. So, though many of us at Lakeside have lost our franchise, we still enthusiastically follow the election carefully since it will inevitably have some impact on us here and certainly on our friends and families "back home".We tend to be very private about any party affiliations and respect the privacy of our fellow Canadians. Very different from US politics(we think a 78 day campaign far too long) but we do care!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sue Posted October 17, 2015 Report Share Posted October 17, 2015 It is one of the more suttel differences between Canadians and Americans. As a Canadian I was taught that Politics and Religion are 2 subjects that are not discussed in polite society. I have family members very involved in Federal politics and it was still not a discussion at our Christmas dinners. However we all voted at every election and a few of us even allowed signs to be put on our lawns. You do not have to shout to care. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RVGRINGO Posted October 17, 2015 Report Share Posted October 17, 2015 What is a “suttel“ Canadian? I know some who are both subtle and polite. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sue Posted October 17, 2015 Report Share Posted October 17, 2015 OK RVGINGO you got me I cannot type and I do a lousy editing job I ment Subtle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RVGRINGO Posted October 17, 2015 Report Share Posted October 17, 2015 I thought that, maybe, spellcheck had done something strange. It is hard to defeat it sometimes. Hope you don‘t mind a bit of a jab in jest; I could not resist the temptation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ned small Posted October 17, 2015 Report Share Posted October 17, 2015 The Sutters are a hockey family from Viking, Alberta. Be happy that Mr. P is not here to straighten you all out, including that know nothing reporter,Agren, formerly of Alberta who wrote that article. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sue Posted October 18, 2015 Report Share Posted October 18, 2015 No problem I deserved the jab and felt it was in fun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cbviajero Posted October 18, 2015 Report Share Posted October 18, 2015 The Sutters are a hockey family from Viking, Alberta. Be happy that Mr. P is not here to straighten you all out, including that know nothing reporter,Agren, formerly of Alberta who wrote that article. Who is Mr.P ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SunshineyDay Posted October 18, 2015 Report Share Posted October 18, 2015 Pedro??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barcelonaman Posted October 18, 2015 Report Share Posted October 18, 2015 thought politics was as no no on this bored.no typo, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mainecoons Posted October 18, 2015 Report Share Posted October 18, 2015 This should really increase the liberal voter turnout. Heck, that will increase the total voter turnout! Apparently they are also suggesting the liberals will legalize pot. Great idea! Where do I cast my ballot? I'm hoping this is like the U.S., you really don't need to be a citizen to vote! Brothels and pot sounds like the Canucks are having a lot more fun than the U.S. bunch! Yes I know, politics is off limits but this is just a little spoofing on a slow weekend. Don't screw it up by getting serious. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barcelonaman Posted October 18, 2015 Report Share Posted October 18, 2015 dont worry, i really cant get serious about politics or politicians, in any country.crack on enjoy ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plumeau1 Posted October 19, 2015 Report Share Posted October 19, 2015 Here is the web site to watch the results as they happen across Canada It is available in both official language French / English In the top right corner there is a little square with EN or FR just press it to watch it in either language http://ici.radio-canada.ca/resultats-elections-canada-2015 Enjoy preferably with a good beer or liquor and a bag of chips!!!❄️❄️❄️❄️ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparks Posted October 19, 2015 Report Share Posted October 19, 2015 Election time reveals differences in expats http://mexiconewsdaily.com/news/election-time-reveals-differences-in-expats/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ferret Posted October 20, 2015 Report Share Posted October 20, 2015 Harper's out and the Blue Jays won. What a great night! http://www.thestar.com/opinion/editorials/2015/10/19/trudeaus-victory-is-a-triumph-for-decency-editorial.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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