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Here’s what’s different about this year’s federal election in Canada
COVID-19 pandemic is simply too risky for Canadians, officials have stepped in, promising this year’s polling stations will be safe for voters and poll workers.Elections Canada officials took to the floor on Wednesday to explain key differences in this year’s federal vote, as well as new health guidelines designed to help curb the spread of the virus.Stéphane Perrault, Election Canada’s chief electoral officer, told reporters that safety measures will be “rigorously” applied at polls, both on election day (Sept.