New Democratic Party

High school (ages 12+)
People & Society

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/new-democratic-party

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the political orientation?Social democratic, positioned centre-left to left-wing
2. What is the year of formation?1961
3. What is the New Democratic Party (NDP)?The NDP is a Canadian political party that works to make life fair for everyone. They focus on social welfare, equality, and caring for people and the planet.
4. When was the NDP created and how did it start?The NDP was created in 1961 when the Co‑operative Commonwealth Federation (CCF) and the Canadian Labour Congress joined together. The CCF began in 1932 to help workers and people in need.

Social Democracy: A political ideology that supports a mixed economy, social welfare programs, and democratic political structures to achieve social justice and economic equality.
Balance of Power: A parliamentary situation where a minority government relies on the support of one or more smaller parties to pass legislation and maintain confidence.
Universal Healthcare: A healthcare system designed to provide medical services to all citizens, typically funded through taxation, ensuring access regardless of socioeconomic status.
Environmental Stewardship: The responsible use and protection of the natural environment through conservation and sustainable practices.