election in canada

Whether we like it or not, we are going to the polls next month here in Canada. 

Here's the Elections Canada site to check if you are registered to vote.

Here in Simcoe North, not all the parties have announced who their candidate is... I will update as that information becomes available.

Timing of election

  • The election was called on Sunday, 15 August.
  • The vote will take place on Monday, 20 September.

This election is unnecessary. The current minority government has worked reasonably well. There has been no forcing of a confidence motion by the opposition parties. 

Political Parties & Candidates

Christian Heritage Party | Russ Emo | platform
Conservative | Adam Chambers | platform
Green | Krystal Brooks | platform
Liberal | Cynthia Wesley-Esquimaux | platform
NDP | Janet-Lynne Durnford | platform
People's Party of Canada | Stephen Makk | platform

Polling

a good summary of polls & projections: 338Canada.com

Main Issues

What do you see as the main issues in this election? [not listed by priority]

  • climate change
  • economic recovery
  • ongoing response to Covid-19

Praying

  • Pray that we would be able to discern between righteous candidates and partisan politics. 
  • Pray that the political spirit will be exposed. 
  • Pray that the church would find God’s desire and not just our opinions. 
  • Pray that Christians would seek Godly guidance regarding who to vote for. It is God who gives wisdom and navigation during the election. On our own, we can be deceived by charisma, charm or even election platforms.
  • Pray that the Church would make voting decisions from a place of wisdom from God and not out of fear of circumstances.
  • As we approach this election and engage with our communities and the political sphere, pray that the church
    would not react to the culture around her in fear and anxiety, or look to a political party or leader to “fix” everything
    would prioritize encountering God in the secret place (settling down in complete dependence on Him)
    would find herself rooted & grounded in the love of God, and clothed in the righteousness, peace and joy of the Holy Spirit in all her interactions 
  • Pray that intercession would be in alignment with the heart of God for our nation. (John 15:5-8)
  • Pray for perseverance in seeing our nation's abortion policies be changed and affected by the Sanctity of Life.
  • Pray that the issues of life, abortion and physician-assisted suicide must continue to be paramount to Christians across Canada. Pray that through wisdom and strategy we will see a nation that stands for life in Canada.
  • Pray that the voice of Christians would be filled with love and compassion and not be compared to a clanging cymbal.' (1Corinthians 13:1,2)
  • Pray for the media. Thank you, Lord, for those righteous voices still in our media. Pray that the body of Christ will do its due diligence when listening to media - that they would research to ensure they are listening to the truth.
  • Scripture calls us to pray for our leaders. We can actively invite God to work in the hearts and minds of all Canadians as we consider the future of our country.
  • Pray for our elected officials
    We ask God’s blessing on our elected officials and all who will be elected.
  • Pray for candidates
    Elections are an important time for candidates to discover what matters to their constituents. Pray for wisdom, grace and protection.
  • Pray for voters
    We pray for a greater understanding of our role as citizens and of our life together.
  • Pray for our country
    We ask God to grant us peace and a love of neighbour that perseveres through our differences.
  • Pray that the Church will engage during this election. It is important to become familiar with the issues and know the difference between righteous and unrighteous perspectives. God is in control, but that does not mean we should do nothing to further His will.
"I desire then that in every place the men should pray,
lifting holy hands without anger or quarreling"
1 Timothy 2:8 (ESV)

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