Elections Canada

Commission releases details of public hearings

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Friday, March 22, 2024
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OTTAWA, ON, March 22, 2024 /CNW/ - The Public Inquiry into Foreign Interference in Federal Electoral Processes and Democratic Institutions will resume its public hearings on Wednesday March 27, 2024.

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  • OTTAWA, ON, March 22, 2024 /CNW/ - The Public Inquiry into Foreign Interference in Federal Electoral Processes and Democratic Institutions will resume its public hearings on Wednesday March 27, 2024.
  • The hearings will be held at 395 Wellington in Ottawa and will be open to members of the public and the media.
  • "In order to advance the public interest, the Commission must be both creative and prudent in its approach," said Commissioner Hogue.
  • Further public hearings, with a broader focus on our democratic institutions and the experiences of diaspora communities, will take place in the fall of 2024."

Minister LeBlanc introduces legislation to further strengthen Canada's electoral process

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
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The CEA is the fundamental legislative framework that regulates Canada's electoral process.

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  • The CEA is the fundamental legislative framework that regulates Canada's electoral process.
  • It is independently administered by the Chief Electoral Officer and Elections Canada, with compliance and enforcement by the Commissioner of Canada Elections.
  • Recent experiences and lessons from the 2019 and 2021 general elections highlighted opportunities to further remove barriers to voting and encourage voter participation, protect personal information, and strengthen electoral safeguards.
  • To recognize the growing demand and lessons learned, the special ballot process would be improved from start to finish.

Commissioner of Canada Elections announces nine administrative monetary penalties for Canada Elections Act violations

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024
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GATINEAU, QC, March 5, 2024 /CNW/ - The Commissioner of Canada Elections (CCE), Caroline J. Simard, announced today the publication of nine administrative monetary penalties (AMPs) to address violations under the Canada Elections Act (the Act).

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  • GATINEAU, QC, March 5, 2024 /CNW/ - The Commissioner of Canada Elections (CCE), Caroline J. Simard, announced today the publication of nine administrative monetary penalties (AMPs) to address violations under the Canada Elections Act (the Act).
  • AMPs are administrative tools of compliance that the Commissioner can use to address violations under the Act.
  • The Office of the Commissioner of Canada Elections is distinct from Elections Canada and the Commissioner carries out a different mandate.
  • Elections Canada administers the Act and federal elections while the Commissioner is responsible for ensuring compliance with, and enforcement of, the Act and the Referendum Act.

Election Day Reminders for Electors - Federal by-election takes place today

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Monday, March 4, 2024
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To find out where to vote , electors can check their voter information card, visit elections.ca or call 1-800-463-6868.

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  • To find out where to vote , electors can check their voter information card, visit elections.ca or call 1-800-463-6868.
  • Electors who have not received a voter information card can find their voting location by visiting elections.ca and entering their postal code in the Voter Information Service box.
  • Unregistered electors can enter their information online , print a pre-filled registration certificate and bring it with them for faster service at the polls.
  • To make the voting process easier, electors should bring their voter information card, along with accepted ID, when they go to their polling station.

Electors in Durham Can Drop Off Their Special Ballot in Person

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024
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Electors who have applied for a special ballot are responsible for returning their completed ballot to Elections Canada by election day.

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  • Electors who have applied for a special ballot are responsible for returning their completed ballot to Elections Canada by election day.
  • Electors voting by special ballot from inside their riding and who have not yet mailed back their completed special ballot should return it in person at the local Elections Canada office ; they have until the close of polls on election day to do so.
  • Electors who applied for a special ballot voting kit but have not yet received it should contact Elections Canada or visit the local Elections Canada office in Durham without delay.
  • Electors who have not applied to vote by special ballot can vote in person at their assigned polling station Monday March 4, 2024.

Deadline to Apply for a Special Ballot Approaches

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Friday, February 23, 2024
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Returning special ballots by mail:

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  • Returning special ballots by mail:
    Electors who want to vote by special ballot and return it by mail should apply for a special ballot voting kit as soon as possible.
  • Electors need to allow enough time to submit their application, receive their special ballot voting kit and send their completed ballot to Elections Canada.
  • After approving an elector's application to vote by special ballot, Elections Canada will mail the elector a special ballot voting kit.
  • Voting by special ballot at an Elections Canada office:
    Electors can also vote at the local Elections Canada office in Durham using the special ballot process.

Advance Voting Begins Friday in the Federal By-election in Durham

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024
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Advance voting for the federal by-election in Durham (Ontario) will take place on Friday, February 23; Saturday, February 24; Sunday, February 25; and Monday, February 26.

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  • Advance voting for the federal by-election in Durham (Ontario) will take place on Friday, February 23; Saturday, February 24; Sunday, February 25; and Monday, February 26.
  • In federal by-elections, electors vote at their assigned polling station.
  • Electors can also vote early:
    At the local Elections Canada office in Durham anytime between now and Tuesday, February 27, 6 p.m. (local time).
  • Elections Canada is hiring election workers to fill various paid positions in the Durham by-election.

Guides to the Federal By-election in Durham Are in the Mail

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Monday, February 19, 2024
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Elections Canada has mailed a guide to each household in Durham (Ontario) , where a by-election is taking place.

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  • Elections Canada has mailed a guide to each household in Durham (Ontario) , where a by-election is taking place.
  • Electors in Durham have several options to register or update their registration before the deadline, Tuesday, February 27, 6 p.m. (local time).
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    We encourage electors to use Elections Canada's Online Voter Registration Service to register or update their address.
  • Electors can also contact the Elections Canada office in Durham to register or update their registration.

Elections Canada Has Started Mailing Voter Information Cards

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024
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Registered electors in Durham should receive their card by Thursday, February 15, 2024

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  • Registered electors in Durham should receive their card by Thursday, February 15, 2024
    Elections Canada is mailing a personalized voter information card to each registered elector in Durham (Ontario).
  • The vast majority of electors are already correctly registered and should receive a voter information card in the mail by Thursday, February 15, 2024.
  • Electors should contact the Elections Canada office in their riding if:
    To vote, electors must show proof of identity and address.
  • Anyone interested in making an impact in their community can apply online at elections.ca or contact the local Elections Canada office in Durham for more information.

There Are Several Ways to Vote in the Federal By-election

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Thursday, February 1, 2024
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For the by-election now under way in Durham (Ontario), Elections Canada encourages electors to plan early and choose the voting option that best suits them.

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  • For the by-election now under way in Durham (Ontario), Elections Canada encourages electors to plan early and choose the voting option that best suits them.
  • They can:
    Vote on election day at their assigned polling station on Monday March 4.
  • Vote on advance polling days at their assigned polling station (Friday, February 23; Saturday, February 24; Sunday, February 25; and Monday, February 26).
  • Some pieces of ID that are accepted at provincial and municipal elections may not meet federal election requirements.