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How does voter turnout in Ontario compare across the various levels of government?
Ontario’s municipal elections have a major impact on everyday life, yet voter turnout remains significantly lower than in federal and provincial elections. See how turnout in municipal elections compares with federal and provincial elections, and which cities had the highest turnout during the 2022 elections.