Canada conducts its federal elections with synchronized polling hours across its six time zones. Polls initially open in Newfoundland and Labrador, around 8:30 a.m. local time, later aligning to close in Ontario and Quebec at 9:30 p.m. Eastern. British Columbia's polls close at 10 p.m. Eastern. Elections Canada reported that over 7.3 million Canadians cast ballots during the early-voting period from April 18 to April 21, marking a substantial 25% increase from the previous election’s early turnout.
Canada's elections are synchronized across six time zones, ensuring that polling times are coordinated across the country to accommodate local schedules.
The early voting period saw about 7.3 million Canadians participate, marking a significant 25 percent increase in turnout compared to the last federal election.
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