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What it takes to run for federal politics in Canada

What it takes to run for federal politics in Canada

CBC27-03-2025

Federal politicians across Canada are officially running for office in the next election. You might be wondering … how did they even become a political candidate to begin with? Turns out the process of becoming a candidate is a lot like a race within a series of races. There are hurdles to jump over, things to avoid and of course, lots of paperwork! CBC Kids News Contributor Sabrina Erin demonstrates how to become a political candidate in this month's KN Explains.

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