In 1948, which group of Canadians gained the right to vote in federal elections?
Answer: Japanese Canadians.
Most Canadians of Asian descent had in the past been denied the vote in federal and provincial elections. In 1948 the last of these, the Japanese Canadians, gained the right to vote. Aboriginal people were granted the vote in 1960.
All answer choices
- Japanese Canadians. (correct answer)
- Aboriginal people.
- Women.
- People aged 18 to 21.
This practice question is based on Discover Canada, the official study guide for the Canadian citizenship test. Brush up on this topic in our History study guide.
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