FAQs for Candidates

FAQs for Candidates

Can I look at the nomination papers?
Yes. You can view nomination papers at any time after the commencement of the nomination period until the term of office to which the filed nomination papers relate has expired. A person may request to examine the filed nomination papers during regular business hours and in the Returning officer's presence.

Can I challenge the validity of the election, a candidate or the process?
Yes. If you have concerns, contact us for information on the steps you will need to take.

What happens if there is a tie?
If a count results in a tie, the Returning Officer will write the names of those candidates in the tie on separate pieces of paper and will randomly draw one name. The name on the paper pulled from the hat is declared to receive one more vote. For more information see section 99 of the Local Authorities Election Act.

Can a person with a criminal record run in the local election?
Yes; however, if that person has been convicted of an election offence (federal, provincial or local) within the past 10 years, they are not eligible to run in the election. Ineligibility to run in a local election is outlined under section 22(1), in the Local Authorities Election Act.