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Center for Anti-Corruption and Democratic Trust
The International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES) Center for Anti-Corruption and Democratic Trust focuses on improving the ability of democracies to deliver for all people through cross-sectoral anti-corruption initiatives that address the global democratic trust deficit.
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Compliance and Enforcement of Political Finance Regulations
The International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES) supports reform to increase compliance with political finance regulations and enhance the effectiveness of enforcement activities.
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Political Finance Monitoring and Outreach by Civil Society
Civil society organizations and actors can play a critical role in political finance regulation, from analyzing political finance data from political parties, to tracking the use of state resources in campaigns
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Research and Awareness Building in Political Finance
The International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES) grounds its programs in research conducted at a national, regional and global level, and examines the interconnectedness of political finance and other electoral issues, such as electoral violence
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Legal and Regulatory Reform in Political Finance
In countries around the globe, the International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES) collaborates with all key domestic stakeholders – including parliaments, government institutions, civil society groups and media outlets
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Spending Limits as a Policy Option
Citizens in many countries are upset because they believe the current financing of politics (which involves corruption and under-the-table deals) is violating the basic democratic values of equal opportunity, transparency and accountability. One way to bring the funding of political parties and candidates into line with these values is to regulate campaign expenditures through spending limits. This is a viable option, but such limits must be designed and implemented with care.
June 29, 2007
Election Material
Civic Education Material
50 Ans au Coeur de la Democratie
“50 Ans au Coeur de la Democratie” is a leaflet from 2007, available in French, which celebrates the fact that the Director General of Elections in Quebec has been at the heart of the electoral system in Quebec and has promoted democracy for 50 years. The document published by the Director General of Elections in Quebec publicizes what it has done to promote democracy, be at the service of voters, and regulate finance in elections taking place in Quebec.
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Book
A Guide for the Auditor of a Candidate in a Federal Election: Pursuant to the Canada Elections Act (2000) - Canada
October 01, 2000
Election Material
Civic Education Material
Referendum 1995: Financing and Expenses
“Referendum 1995: Financing and Expenses” is a 1995 leaflet, available in French, which explains the regulations for expenses and financing towards national committees that will be represented in the 1995 Referendum in Quebec, Canada. The document, published by the Director General of Elections in Quebec, provides information on the official agent, financing reports, and affiliation.
Election Material
Civic Education Material
Our Hearts in Our Work
“Our Hearts in Our Work” is a booklet, published in 1995 by The Coalition for Change, which seeks to convince reader to vote Yes in the Referendum Vote on October 30th 1995 which will decide whether Quebec should claim sovereignty from Canada. The document provides arguments for change based on the affirmation of language and culture, better jobs and greater prosperity, and the ability to claim Quebecois sovereignty while maintaining a partnership with Canada.