Should the Voting Age in Canada Change?

I believe that the voting age should be changed to a minimum of 16 years of age and older

This would allow the youth to rightfully vote
for who they believe should not just run the
country, but who they feel should be able to
make important decisions for them

This would eradicate the high levels of apathy for voting in our nation

This would give young people the opportunity to learn more about our country, her interests and problems. This could inspire a new generation of future Canadian diplomats and leaders.

Currently a large percentage of the population not using their right to vote

Currently a lot of teenagers interested in politics who do not get this right until they turn 18 years of age.

Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms states that right to vote or stand for election is limited to persons 18 years of age or older

Adults think youth are irresponsible

Adults think youth do not consider all options/opinons

Adults believe that youth are easily persuaded

Youth must be able to prove that they are knowledgeable about the current politics enough to vote (which should be a good rule for everyone!)

Like the G1 test, minors must earn the right to vote, proving they have basic knowledge, therefore these tests would have to be written by someone

Information must be collected to write the minor voters test

The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms must be amended in order to facilitate the fact that 16 year olds and up will be able to vote instead

This amendment must be passed by Parliament

Amendment must be proposed

Amendment must be written