Marilou McPhedran
Marilou McPhedran is a Canadian senator known for her advocacy on social issues, particularly women's rights and youth engagement in politics. She has introduced several bills aimed at lowering the voting age in Canada, promoting the idea that allowing 16- and 17-year-olds to vote would enhance democratic participation and civic engagement among young people.
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Independent Senator Marilou McPhedran put forward the Can’t Buy Silence Act to restrict the use and enforceability of NDAs in federally funded entities.
NDAs have been blamed for keeping victims quiet. This Vancouver violinist is breaking hers
Canada· 2025-12-17
Marilou McPhedran is a senator who criticized the prospect of cuts to programs for women.
As Ottawa looks to trim spending, LGBTQ+ and women’s groups brace for funding cutsCanada· 2025-09-28
Senator Marilou McPhedran has called the issue of lowering the voting age to 16 her 'top parliamentary priority.'
Canada should follow U.K.’s move to lower voting age to 16, says senatorCanada· 2025-07-23
Senator Marilou McPhedran has introduced several bills in Canada to give 16- and 17-year-olds the right to vote in federal elections.
U.K. plans to lower voting age to 16 in national electionsCanada· 2025-07-17
