Canada Elections Act

Statement from Minister LeBlanc on the Initial Report from the Commissioner for the Public Inquiry into Foreign Interference in Federal Electoral Processes and Democratic Institutions

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Friday, May 3, 2024
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The Government of Canada welcomes its conclusions, which reaffirmed the integrity of the 2019 and 2021 federal elections.

Key Points: 
  • The Government of Canada welcomes its conclusions, which reaffirmed the integrity of the 2019 and 2021 federal elections.
  • The establishment of the Public Inquiry into Foreign Interference in Federal Electoral Processes and Democratic Institutions followed extensive consultations with all recognized parties in the House of Commons.
  • All parties agreed to the Terms of Reference and the appointment of the Commissioner.
  • SOURCE Minister of Public Safety, Democratic Institutions and Intergovernmental Affairs

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

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Thursday, April 25, 2024
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GATINEAU, QC, April 25, 2024 /CNW/ - The Commissioner of Canada Elections (CCE), Caroline J. Simard, announced today the publication of three administrative monetary penalties (AMPs) to address violations under the Canada Elections Act (the Act).

Key Points: 
  • GATINEAU, QC, April 25, 2024 /CNW/ - The Commissioner of Canada Elections (CCE), Caroline J. Simard, announced today the publication of three administrative monetary penalties (AMPs) to address violations under the Canada Elections Act (the Act).
  • AMPs are administrative tools 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.

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.

Key Points: 
  • 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).

Key Points: 
  • 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.

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

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Thursday, December 14, 2023
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GATINEAU, QC, Dec. 14, 2023 /CNW/ - The Commissioner of Canada Elections (CCE), Caroline J. Simard, announced today the publication of four administrative monetary penalties (AMPs) to address violations under the Canada Elections Act (the Act).

Key Points: 
  • GATINEAU, QC, Dec. 14, 2023 /CNW/ - The Commissioner of Canada Elections (CCE), Caroline J. Simard, announced today the publication of four administrative monetary penalties (AMPs) to address violations under the Canada Elections Act (the Act).
  • AMPs are administrative tools 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 Canada Elections Act and federal elections while the Commissioner is responsible for ensuring compliance with, and enforcement of, the Act.

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

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Thursday, November 2, 2023
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GATINEAU, QC, Nov. 2, 2023 /CNW/ - The Commissioner of Canada Elections (CCE), Caroline J. Simard, announced today the publication of five administrative monetary penalties (AMPs) to address violations under the Canada Elections Act (the Act).

Key Points: 
  • GATINEAU, QC, Nov. 2, 2023 /CNW/ - The Commissioner of Canada Elections (CCE), Caroline J. Simard, announced today the publication of five 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 Canada Elections Act and federal elections while the Commissioner is responsible for ensuring compliance with, and enforcement of, the Act.

Government of Canada provides update on recommendations to combat foreign interference

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Thursday, April 6, 2023
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OTTAWA, ON, April 6, 2023 /CNW/ - The Government of Canada takes any attempt at foreign interference, including in Canada's democratic institutions and processes, very seriously.

Key Points: 
  • OTTAWA, ON, April 6, 2023 /CNW/ - The Government of Canada takes any attempt at foreign interference, including in Canada's democratic institutions and processes, very seriously.
  • Specifically, the report outlines that, along with ministers and national security agencies, the new National Counter-Foreign Interference Coordinator will work to bolster public communications on foreign interference.
  • The government remains committed to defending Canada's democracy against interference and upholding Canadians' confidence in our institutions.
  • On March 6, 2023, the Government of Canada announced a series of measures to take further action on foreign interference and strengthen Canadians' confidence in our democracy.

Deregistration of the National Citizens Alliance of Canada

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Friday, February 24, 2023
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The Chief Electoral Officer of Canada, Stéphane Perrault, has accepted a request for the voluntary deregistration of the National Citizens Alliance of Canada, effective February 28, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • The Chief Electoral Officer of Canada, Stéphane Perrault, has accepted a request for the voluntary deregistration of the National Citizens Alliance of Canada, effective February 28, 2023.
  • The party may no longer issue tax receipts for contributions received after the effective date of its deregistration.
  • A notice of the party's deregistration will be published in the Canada Gazette.
  • Elections Canada is an independent, non-partisan agency that reports directly to Parliament.

Final Election Expenses Limits Now Available

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Monday, December 5, 2022
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The final election expenses limits are based on the number of names on the preliminary lists of electors or on the revised lists of electors, whichever is greater.

Key Points: 
  • The final election expenses limits are based on the number of names on the preliminary lists of electors or on the revised lists of electors, whichever is greater.
  • Expenses limits are established in accordance with the Canada Elections Act.
  • Elections Canada is an independent, non-partisan agency that reports directly to Parliament.

Publication of the Commissioner of Canada Elections' 2021 Annual Report

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Friday, June 17, 2022
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The report provides an overview of the Office's activities during the year, including the ongoing work related to the 2021 general election and previous elections.

Key Points: 
  • The report provides an overview of the Office's activities during the year, including the ongoing work related to the 2021 general election and previous elections.
  • It includes a summary of compliance and enforcement measures taken in 2021, as well as statistics on complaints and referrals received by the Office.
  • This report marks the last annual report from Commissioner Yves Ct.
  • The Commissioner of Canada Elections is the independent officer responsible for ensuring compliance with, and enforcement of, the Canada Elections Act and the federal Referendum Act.