441-02248 (Democratic process)

We, the undersigned Canadian citizens, would like to draw the attention of the House of Commons to the following:

WHEREAS:

• The need for electoral reform continues to be a fundamental issue for citizens of all political persuasions, yet politicians cannot agree on the best way forward;

• This calls for a new approach to developing a citizens' consensus on electoral reform; and

• Representative non-partisan citizens' assemblies provided with the necessary resources, expert support and sufficient time have demonstrated their ability to competently tackle the issue of electoral reform in the past while coming to a citizens' consensus.

THEREFORE, we, the undersigned Canadian citizens, call upon the House of Commons to:

• Give citizens a voice on the subject of electoral reform and a right to make recommendations; and

• Support Motion M-86 calling for a Citizens' Assembly on Electoral Reform.