Libertarian’s political stances

What is your stance on abortion? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian’s answer: Pro-choice The U.S. Libertarian Party political platform (2012) states: "Recognizing that abortion is a sensitive issue and that people can hold good-faith views on all sides, we believe that government should be kept out of the matter, leaving the question to each person for their conscientious consideration."Source

Do you support the legalization of same sex marriage? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian’s answer: Yes Repeal of legislation prohibiting unions between members of the same sex, and the extension to such unions of all legal rights and privileges presently enjoyed by partners in heterosexual...Source

Should terminally ill patients be allowed to end their lives via assisted suicide? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian voters: Yes Source

Do you support the death penalty? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian’s answer: No Most libertarians believe that the capital punishment (death penalty) is an extreme exertion of state power and is of little use in a free society, while it is of great use to a tyrannical...Source

Should gay couples have the same adoption rights as straight couples? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian voters: Yes Source

Should businesses be required to have women on their board of directors? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian voters: No Source

Should women be allowed to wear a Niqāb, or face veil, to civic ceremonies? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian’s answer: Yes There is already a procedure in place to validate a persons identity who wears a niqab. Not allowing a woman to wear the niqab and saying "That's not how we do things here" is un-Canadian. Migrants come to Canada because we protect freedom of expression and religion, let's keep it that way.Source

Should the military allow women to serve in combat roles? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian voters: Yes Source

Should the government increase funding for mental health research and treatment? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian voters: Yes Source

Should prescription drugs be covered under Canada’s universal healthcare plan? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian’s answer: No, we cannot afford to add this at the moment The official position of the Libertarian Party of Canada is that the federal government should leave the entirety of health care decisions to provincial and territorial governments. The current system costs Canadians approximately $6,000 a year, per citizen. For the average family, their healthcare tax burden will be approximately $24,000 per year. Although Canadians spend a lot on the provision of healthcare, the system is painfully slow. The median wait time for an emergency room visit in Canada is 8.8 hours, which places Canada dead last among OECD countries for timeliness of care. Not only do Canadians spend much of their time waiting for care, the system consistently underperforms. Canada is ranked in the bottom third of OECD countries for safe care, effective care, coordinated care and patient centered care. To overcome these issues, the Libertarian Party of Canada would.Source

Should there be more or less privatization of hospital and healthcare services? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian’s answer: More, but end all federal funding as this is a provincial issue The official position of the Libertarian Party of Canada is that the federal government should leave the entirety of health care decisions to provincial and territorial governments. The current system costs Canadians approximately $6,000 a year, per citizen. For the average family, their healthcare tax burden will be approximately $24,000 per year. Although Canadians spend a lot on the provision of healthcare, the system is painfully slow. The median wait time for an emergency room visit in Canada is 8.8 hours, which places Canada dead last among OECD countries for timeliness of care. Not only do Canadians spend much of their time waiting for care, the system consistently underperforms. Canada is ranked in the bottom third of OECD countries for safe care, effective care, coordinated care and patient centered care. To overcome these issues, the Libertarian Party of Canada would: Repeal the Canada Health Act To ensure that healthcare is a provincial responsibility To allow private alternatives for care and insurance, which will alleviate public wait times and the growing fiscal burden of healthcare. Provinces will be free to choose the system that best fits their needsSource

Should the federal government increase spending on healthcare? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian’s answer: No, and more services should be privatized The Libertarian Party of Canada would repeal the Canada Health Act to allow private alternatives for care and insurance, which will alleviate public wait times and the growing fiscal burden of healthcare. Provinces will be free to choose the system that best fits their needs.Source

Do you support the legalization of Marijuana? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian’s answer: Yes, and legalize, tax, and regulate marijuana instead of criminalizing it The Libertarian Party of Canada would end the war on drugs by legalizing cannabis and immediately decriminalizing the consumption and possession of drugs. The war on drugs has cost Canadian tax payers billions of dollars in enforcement and incarceration of citizens who have harmed no one besides themselves. Drugs should be dealt with through harm reduction strategies, and as a matter of public health, not through the criminal justice system. The decriminalization of illicit substances ensures that organized criminals, both domestic and foreign, cannot profit from the drug trade.Source

Do you support a single-payer healthcare system? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian voters: Yes Source

Should healthcare be a provincial or federal responsibility? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian’s answer: Provincial The official position of the Libertarian Party of Canada is that the federal government should leave the entirety of health care decisions to provincial and territorial...Source

Should preventative dental care be covered under Canada’s universal healthcare plan? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian’s answer: No The official position of the Libertarian Party of Canada is that the federal government should leave the entirety of health care decisions to provincial and territorial governments. The current system costs Canadians approximately $6,000 a year, per citizen. For the average family, their healthcare tax burden will be approximately $24,000 per year. Although Canadians spend a lot on the provision of healthcare, the system is painfully slow. The median wait time for an emergency room visit in Canada is 8.8 hours, which places Canada dead last among OECD countries for timeliness of care. Not only do Canadians spend much of their time waiting for care, the system consistently underperforms. Canada is ranked in the bottom third of OECD countries for safe care, effective care, coordinated care and patient centered care. To overcome these issues, the Libertarian Party of Canada would: Repeal the Canada Health Act To ensure that healthcare is a provincial responsibility To allow private alternatives for car...Source

Should cities open drug “safe havens” where people who are addicted to illegal drugs can use them under the supervision of medical professionals? ^{stats discuss}

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Should immigrants be deported if they commit a serious crime? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian voters: Yes Source

Should Muslim immigrants be banned from entering the country until the government improves its ability to screen out potential terrorists? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian’s answer: No Create sponsorship guidelines whereby organizations and individuals can sponsor immigrants if they are willing to financially support...Source

Should the government enact a stricter immigration policy? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian’s answer: No More specifically, the Libertarian Party of Canada would. Significantly decrease the bureaucratic burden for refugees and asylum seekers. Eliminate the point system for immigration and replace it with a background check for violent or fraudulent criminal activity. Eliminate the TFW program and replace it with a streamlined work visa program, and residency roll out. Granting foreign workers legal residency ensures that the Canadian economy continues to grow, without subjecting them to poor working conditions. Create sponsorship guidelines whereby organizations and individuals can sponsor immigrants if they are willing to financially support them.Source

Should there be a temporary ban on all immigration into the country? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian voters: No Source

Should immigrants be required to learn English? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian’s answer: No "Significantly decrease the bureaucratic burden for refugees and asylum...Source

Should immigrants be required to pass a citizenship test to demonstrate a basic understanding of our country’s language, history, and government? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian voters: Yes Source

Should sanctuary cities receive federal funding? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian voters: No Source

Should the government increase or decrease the amount of temporary foreign workers allowed into Canada? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian’s answer: Neither, replace it with a work VISA program Eliminate the TFW program and replace it with a streamlined work visa program, and residency roll out. Granting foreign workers legal residency ensures that the Canadian economy continues to grow, without subjecting them to poor working...Source

Should immigrants be allowed to hold dual citizenship status? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian voters: Yes Source

Should the government increase or decrease the amount of temporary work visas given to high-skilled immigrant workers? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian voters: Increase Source

Should the U.S. accept refugees from Syria? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian voters: No Source

Should the U.S. remain in the United Nations? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian voters: Yes Source

Do you support Bill C-51, which expands local police and intelligence agencies’ authority to prevent terrorism? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian’s answer: No The Libertarian Party of Canada opposes this legislation whole heartedly. Although everyone wants to stop terrorism, this bill is a huge step backwards. It is yet another example where Canadians are being forced to sacrifice privacy for what is being called security. Source

Should every 18 year old citizen be required to provide at least one year of military service? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian voters: No Source

Should the government conduct military strikes against North Korea in order to destroy their long-range missile and nuclear weapons capabilities? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian voters: No Source

Should the government increase or decrease foreign aid spending? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian’s answer: Decrease, and we should not give foreign aid to any countries Eliminate all forms of government foreign...Source

Should the government provide military aid to Saudi Arabia during its conflict with Yemen? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian voters: No Source

Should the government increase or decrease military spending? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian voters: Increase Source

Should the U.S. overthrow President Assad of Syria? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian voters: No Source

Should Canadian soldiers be more involved in Iraq? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian’s answer: No The Libertarian Party urges lawmakers to stop bombing in Iraq and to disengage operations in both Iraq and...Source

Do you support the military offensive against ISIS in the Iraqi city of Mosul? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian voters: Yes Source

Should it be illegal to join a boycott of Israel? ^{stats discuss}

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Should the government increase environmental regulations on businesses to reduce carbon emissions? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian’s answer: No, and the current government is over-regulating businesses The Party opposes government-mandated environmental standards and Canadian participation in the Kyoto...Source

Should the federal government subsidize the production and consumption of renewable energy sources? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian’s answer: No In order to achieve a free economy, in which government victimizes no one for the benefit of anyone else, we oppose all government subsidies to business, labour, education, agriculture, science, the arts, sports, political parties, or any other special interest. We propose the elimination of all government "job creation" schemes.Source

Should the government allow TransCanada to expropriate private property for the construction of the Keystone pipeline? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian’s answer: No The activity of land use planning is properly the responsibility and right of the owner(s) of the land. We therefore urge an end to all government interference in the planning process through such methods as expropriation, zoning laws or building codes, regional planning, or the acquisition of land or other real property with tax money. We call for the repeal of all laws regulating the use of private property.Source

Do you support the Northern Gateway pipeline project? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian’s answer: Yes Source

Do you support the use of genetically engineered crops and foods? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian voters: Yes Source

Do you support the use of hydraulic fracking to extract oil and natural gas resources? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian voters: Yes Source

Should Canada allow the logging of old growth forests? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian’s answer: Yes Source

Should disposable products (such as plastic cups, plates, and cutlery) that contain less than 50% of biodegradable material be banned? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian voters: No Source

Should the government raise taxes on the rich? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian’s answer: Reform to a flat tax The Libertarian Party of Canada stands for free market economic policies, property rights and entrepreneurship. As such, the Libertarian Party would: Reduce federal income taxes to a maximum rate of 15% and increase the personal income tax exemption amount to $17,300 from $11,500Source

Should the government raise the federal minimum wage? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian voters: No Source

Should the pensions of retired workers be taxed? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian’s answer: No, pensions should be based on private, non-taxable accounts  We call for the repeal of the fraudulent, virtually bankrupt, and increasingly inadequate and oppressive Canada Pension Plan. Pending such repeal, participation in the Plan should be made voluntary. We advocate that existing obligations of the Plan be honoured to whatever degree is possible without violating individual rights.Source

Should the government raise or lower the tax rate for corporations? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian’s answer: Lower The Libertarian Party would introduce a low, flat income and corporate tax that would make our tax system fairer, simpler and more...Source

Should welfare recipients be tested for drugs? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian’s answer: No, this is a waste of time and money The Libertarian Party of Canada would end the war on drugs by legalizing cannabis and immediately decriminalizing the consumption and possession of...Source

Should Canada pursue free trade deals with other countries? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian’s answer: Yes We believe that each person has the right to exchange goods and services with any person or group, free from coercion. All efforts by government to control or manage trade are...Source

Should the government make cuts to public spending in order to reduce the national debt? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian voters: Yes Source

Should the federal government subsidize universal child care? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian’s answer: No The Libertarian Party of Canada stands for free market economic policies, property rights and entrepreneurship. As such, the Libertarian Party would eliminate all tax credits, and replace them with 4 additional exemptions, valued at $4,000 each (Child, Senior, Disability, Student)Source

Do you support a universal basic income program? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian voters: No Source

Should the U.S. continue to participate in the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA)? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian voters: Yes Source

Should the government use economic stimulus to aid the country during times of recession? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian’s answer: No, recession is a natural cycle that purges excess Source

Should there be fewer or more restrictions on current welfare benefits? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian voters: More Source

Do you believe labor unions help or hurt the economy? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian voters: Hurt Source

Should old age pensions be increased? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian’s answer: No, and repeal the Canadian Pension Plan We call for the repeal of the fraudulent, virtually bankrupt, and increasingly inadequate and oppressive Canada Pension Plan. Pending such repeal, participation in the Plan should be made voluntary. We advocate that existing obligations of the Plan be honoured to whatever degree is possible without violating individual rights.Source

Should the government provide tax incentives to private companies to keep jobs within the country? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian voters: Yes Source

Do you support income splitting for families? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian’s answer: Yes, income splitting provides tax fairness Source

Do you support the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP)? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian voters: No Source

Should citizens be allowed to save or invest their money in offshore bank accounts? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian voters: Yes Source

Should bankers’ bonuses be capped at 100% of their pay? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian voters: No Source

Should pension payments be increased for retired government workers? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian voters: No Source

Should the employee contribution rate for the Canadian Pension Plan (CPP) be raised above its current 4.49% rate? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian’s answer: No We call for the repeal of the fraudulent, virtually bankrupt, and increasingly inadequate and oppressive Canada Pension Plan. Pending such repeal, participation in the Plan should be made voluntary. We advocate that existing obligations of the Plan be honoured to whatever degree is possible without violating individual rights.Source

Should employment insurance be given to those who work seasonal jobs including tourism, fishery and farming? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian’s answer: No, and the government should not be involved in employment insurance for any industry Government shall be prohibited from giving money to charitable endeavors unless the funds are voluntarily contributed to government for that purpose. Charity and social welfare should more properly be administered by voluntary...Source

Should the government add or increase tariffs on products imported into the country? ^{stats discuss}

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Should the government classify Bitcoin as a legal currency? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian voters: No Source

Should the federal government put a cap on university tuition rates? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian’s answer: No, tuition costs should be tied to inflation Despite the newfound appreciation for budget restraint, the government is forging ahead with the expensive and unnecessary introduction of full day kindergarten and a reduction of college and university tuition by 30 per cent for families earning less than $160,000 per year. This amounts to a subsidy and job security for the teacher’s unions. Supporting the education sector is moreover highly questionable, given the teacher’s union’s active support during this past election campaign.Source

Should postsecondary education be a provincial or federal responsibility? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian’s answer: The government should not be involved in education We support the repeal of compulsory education laws, and the elimination of government operation, regulation, and subsidy of educational institutions. We support the repeal of all taxes on both profit-seeking and non-profit voluntary...Source

Do you support charter schools? ^{stats discuss}

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Should foreigners, currently residing in the United States, have the right to vote? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian voters: No Source

Should corporations, unions, and non-profit organizations be allowed to donate to political parties? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian’s answer: Yes (We call for) the repeal of all laws which restrict voluntary financing of election...Source

Should political parties receive money from the government? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian voters: No Source

Should there be a limit to the amount of money a candidate can receive from a donor? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian voters: Yes Source

Should Canada switch to a proportional representation voting system? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian’s answer: Yes  believes proportional representation would help reduce that problem. However, it usually leads to coalitions and even bigger...Source

Should term limits be set for the role of Prime Minister? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian voters: Yes Source

Should the minimum voting age be lowered? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian’s answer: No, it should be raised "Arguments against lowering the voting age Some argue 16 and 17 year olds may not be mature or informed enough to responsibly vote There’s no evidence it would improve voter turnout long-term Youth may be more susceptible than other age groups to pressure from peers and external influences"Source

Should a politician, who has been formerly convicted of a crime, be allowed to run for office? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian voters: Yes Source

Should political candidates be required to release their recent tax returns to the public? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian voters: Yes Source

Should prisoners serving life sentences for first degree murder be eligible for a parole hearing after 15 years? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian’s answer: Yes, and we should provide more rehabilitation programs for prisoners As such, the Libertarian Party would re-evaluate all victimless crimes in the federal criminal code. This will allow for law enforcement to spend its time and budget on targeting and punishing violent...Source

Should convicted criminals have the right to vote? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian voters: No Source

Should drug traffickers receive the death penalty? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian voters: No Source

Should non-violent prisoners be released from jail in order to reduce overcrowding? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian voters: Yes Source

Do you support the use of nuclear energy? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian voters: Yes Source

Should the government increase spending on public transportation? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian voters: No Source

Should the government permit the use of drones for commercial purposes? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian’s answer: Yes The Libertarian Party of Canada realizes that government regulatory agencies often do far more harm than good. These regulatory agencies ultimately hurt consumers by increasing costs and curbing...Source

Should laptops be banned on all direct flights departing from the Middle East? ^{stats discuss}

Libertarian voters: No Source