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      Why are federal elections on a Monday? | CBC.ca Loaded

      Why are federal elections on a Monday?

      4 months ago
      Duration 1:02

      Why are federal elections on a Monday?

      • 4 months ago
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      • Duration 1:02

      CBC News answers your audience question about why federal elections are always scheduled on a Monday.

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