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Policy brief
Listening to the voices of newcomers will create stronger cities
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Published on 10/09/2007
Policy in Focus, Issue 1
This issue explores one way that local government can reinvigorate itself to better engage its city residents. It recommends extending voting rights to non-citizen residents. Research by Myer Siemiatycki, “Municipal Franchise and Social Inclusion in Toronto: Policy and Practice” is highlighted.

Summary
Explores how local governments can engage city residents – particularly in larger cities – and recommends extending voting rights to non-citizen residents at the local level.
Topic(s)
Cities and communities, Civic engagement
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