The democratic system in Ontario is going to become more accountable, but
Democracy Watch says new rules don't go far enough. The Ontario Minister for
Democratic Renewal, Michael Bryant, announced moves to fix the date of
elections, restrict government advertising leading up to elections, and give the
auditor general powers to report on debts and deficits. The government also
plans to consult with the public on changes to the political donations
and voting systems.
Democracy Watch has produced a list of things they would also like to see,
including citizens' associations, ethics legislation, more access to information, and
a change in the voting system that would reflect the popular vote.
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