CBC Manitoba: Should Canada Lower the Voting Age to 16?

July 28, 2025 —

Christopher Adams, adjunct professor of political studies at the University of Manitoba, speaks with host Marjorie Dowhos about whether Canada should follow the UK’s lead and lower the voting age from 18 to 16.

He talks about how the change could impact voter turnout, how political parties might respond, and what arguments are being made both for and against giving teens the vote.

To listen to the entire conversation, please follow the link to CBC Manitoba.

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