The issue of foreign interference and its impact on electoral processes and democratic institutions has drawn significant attention in Canada in the past few years. While appearing before the Public ...

"The topic of foreign interference is serious and complex. All actors involved in federal elections need do their part to confront this evolving challenge. The recommendations in this report represent ...

Pursuant to section 535 of the Canada Elections Act (the Act), I have the honour to submit my report, titled Protecting Against Threats to the Electoral Process. This report comes following the recent ...

Registering in advance at your current address will make voting easier.

The financial returns of registered political parties for the third quarter of 2024 now available on Elections Canada's website. A registered political party must submit a quarterly financial return, ...

Registering in advance at your current address will make voting easier.

A federal returning officer is responsible for the delivery and control of federal electoral events within the electoral district to which he or she is appointed.

Note: To apply, candidates must reside in one of the above electoral districts to apply. Find your electoral district using the Voter Information Service. A returning officer must be qualified as an ...

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Before an election, returning officers select their office staff (also known as key staff) but hire staff members only once the election has been called. Office staff handle all the preparations ...