The 2015 federal election saw a huge increase in turnout among young Canadians — particularly young Canadian women — according to data released by Elections Canada. While there was an increase among all age groups, the biggest occurred among eligible voters aged 18 to 24, the elections agency said. And among voters eligible to cast a ballot for the first time, turnout increased 17.7 points to 58.3 per cent from 40.5 per cent in 2011. Turnout among this group increased 18.3 points, to 57.1 per cent compared to 38.8 per cent in 2011. Overall, a higher proportion of women than men cast a ballot in the 2015 election.

Source: CBC News June 15, 2016 16:18 UTC