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Fundraising & Spending Start Date
- You cannot raise or spend any money on your campaign until you file your nomination paper.
- The earliest you can file your nomination paper is May 1, 2018.
Next Steps
Once the nomination paper has been filed, a candidate shall open a bank account in the name of the campaign and start accepting contributions as well as incurring expenses.
Upon the successful filing of your nomination papers, you will be provided with:
- West Perth Municipal Election Procedures
- Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing 2018 Candidates Guide
- Municipal, County, and MTO sign by-laws
Some other suggestions to help you prepare:
- Become involved in the community
- Research and understand the role of Mayor, Councillor or School Board Trustee
- Review the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing 2018 Candidates Guide and the West Perth Municipal Election Procedures.
- Understand the:
- Financial responsibilities
- Financial reporting requirements
- Campaign roles
- Potential penalties
- Review the relevant legislation such as the:
The Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) has an online course which is geared to individuals who are planning to run for a seat on municipal council.
Resources
Candidates are urged to review the Municipal Election Act 1996 (MEA), as amended, including applicable Regulations to fully understand all the legislative requirements.
It is imperative that candidates satisfy themselves through their own reserach or with the assistance of legal counsel of the various legal and financial requirements related to their candidacy.
The Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing also has a number of election recources.
Accessibility
Candidates have the responsibility to run an accessible campaign. Helpful tips for managing an accessible campaign are available from the AMCTO in their Candidates Guide to Accessible Elections.
The Multi-Year Accessibility Plan sets out the Municipality of West Perth’s commitment to providing equal treatment to people with disabilities with respect to the use and benefit of County services, programs, goods and facilities in a manner that respects their dignity, independence, integration and is equitable in relation to the broader public. This commitment extends to residents, employees, visitors and other stakeholders with visible and non-visible disabilities.
The Clerk is committed to conducting an election that accommodates persons with disabilities, wherever possible. The Clerk will ensure that the Municipal Office and Election Help Centre locations meet Municipality accessibility standards.
Financial Reporting Requirements
All candidates must file a financial statement. Please review the Municipal Elections Act or the Ministry of Municipal Affairs Candidates Guide to Completing the Financial Statement.
You Asked Us
In order to provide equal access of information and to ensure fairness and transparency for the 2018 municipal election, the municipality has establish a protocal for responding to requests if an election-related question requires clarification from candidates and third party advertisers. View the You Asked Us webpage.