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Welcome to the official website for the Municipality of Port Hope
Elections and Registry Services
(Please continue to monitor this section of the website as it will be updated on a regular basis.)
Voting is a fundamental right of our democracy. When you vote, you are selecting representatives who will make the laws and policies that determine how our Municipality functions and how we live together.
The Municipality of Port Hope has an approximate population of 16,500 with a two ward system - Ward 1 being the Urban area and Ward 2 being the Rural area. Municipal Council is comprised of 7 elected individuals: 1 Mayor, 1 Deputy Mayor, 3 Councillors for Ward 1 and 2 Councillors for Ward 2.
The Municipality is looking to offer a variety of different types of alternate voting methods in the upcoming 2010 election that may include but not limited to traditional voting at select poll locations and Internet Voting.
The next Municipality of Port Hope Municipal Election will be held on
Monday October 25, 2010.
Click here to download the official results of the 2006 Municipal Election.
Table of Contents
Vote 2010 (Voter Information, Wards and Polls, Maps, Public Notices)
Candidates Information (Nominations, Campaign Information, Forms and Financial Reporting Information)
Applicable Legislation and Municipal By-laws
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
Authority of the Clerk Under the Elections Act, 2006 - Synopsis
Resource Information and Web Links
Election Night Results
Elections 2010 Calendar
(**The Elections calendar is subject to change pending Legislative review by the Province)
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Nov 25, 2009 - Candidates Information Night - Town Hall, Council Chambers, 2nd Floor - 7:00 p.m. Inquiries may be directed to the Municipal Clerk at 905-885-4544. Jan 4, 2010 - Nomination and Campaign Period Commences Apr 30, 2010 - Last Day for Notice of Intent to Pass a By-law to Submit a Question to the Electors May 12, 2010 - Last day to pass or amend a By-law to submit a question to Elector [S.8.1(1)] Sept 1, 2010 - Voter's List posted in the Clerk's Office at the Town Hall Sept 10, 2010 by 2:00 p.m. - last day to file Nomination Papers Sept 7 to Nov 8, 2010 - Applications for revisions to the Voter's List will be undertaken T.B.A. - Voter Notification Cards will be mailed to all electors advising of the date, time and locations of advance voting and regular voting. Oct 16, 2010 - Advanced Poll - 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Town Hall, 56 Queen Street and the Canton Municipal Office, 5325 County Road 10 for the paper ballot voting option Oct 16, 2010 - Commencing at 10:00 a.m. through to 8:00 p.m. on Monday October 25, 2010 for internet electronic voting option Oct 25, 2010 - Election Day - polls are open from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. |
Vote 2010 (Voter Information, Wards and Polls, Maps)
(click on item to view - some links will be activated as information is made available )
Am I on the Voter's List? (Click here to check the list)
Where do I vote?
Municipality of Port Hope Sign By-law
Public Notices
School Trustee Candidates Filed with other Clerks
Candidate Advertisement:
short form
long form
Voter List Advertisement
Voter Information Card Advertisement
Advance Voting Date and Poll Location Advertisement
Alternative Voting Notification Advertisement
Applicable Legislation and Municipal By-laws
04/2010 - Establish an Election Compliance Audit Committee
06/2010 - Alternative Voting Methods
08/2010 - Reduced Opening Hours - Nursing Retirement Homes
09/2010 - Use of Corporate Resources for Election Purposes Policy
Notice of Poll
Thinking of becoming a candidate for the 2010 election?
Municipal Affairs and Housing produces a Candidates Guide (documentation from the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing has been updated and is New for 2010). The Candidates Guide has been prepared for candidates seeking office to the Municipality of Port Hope Council. Its contents are not meant to cover all information required by a candidate in a municipal election, it is intended only as a guide to certain relevant legislation. Candidates should refer directly to the Municipal Elections Act, 1996 for specific provisions and additional details. The Act is also available from Publications Ontario, 880 Bay Street, Toronto, 416-326-5300 or at www.e-laws.gov.on.ca.
Candidates must satisfy themselves, through their own determination or with the assistance of their own legal counsel, of the various legal requirements relating to their candidacy. In addition, candidates must comply with all the requirements relating to election campaign finances. As the year progresses, registered candidates will receive additional information from the Clerk's Office.
Click here to download the Candidates Guide (documentation from the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing has been updated and is New for 2010).
NOMINATIONS
Candidates are responsible to understand their role and responsibilities under the Municipal Elections Act. The information provided by the Municipality is in no way deemed to all inclusive, nor is it to be construed as a substitute for candidates undertaking their own research and seeking legal counsel where appropriate. This information is provided as a guideline for candidates.
Click here to download Nomination Papers (documentation from the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing has been updated and is New for 2010)
Please note Nomination Papers are also available for pick up at Town Hall, 56 Queen Street, Port Hope or Canton Municipal Building, 5325 County Road 10.
Nomination Papers for Council MUST BE FILED IN PERSON AT: Town Hall, 56 Queen Street. Applicants are required to provide:
1. Photo ID
2. Proof of Citizenship
3. Proof of Residency
4. Applicable Fee for Office in Cash, Certified Cheque, Bank Draft, Money Order and Interac ($100.00 all Council positions except Mayor which is $200.00)
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact our offices at 905-885-4544 or email sdawe@porthope.ca.
CAMPAIGN INFORMATION
The Elections Act prescribes limits on how much candidates may spend on their election campaign. The Clerk is responsibile to calculate the maximum permitted expenses for each office for which nominations were filed - see Section 71(1) of the Elections Act. The Municipal Affairs and Housing web site has comprehensive information regarding Campaign information (contributions, fundraising, expenses, spending limits, financial reporting, recording keeping, penalties/enforcement and candidates duties) under the Election Act.
FINANCIAL REPORTING RESPONSIBILITIES INFORMATION
Candidates should be aware of the rules and procedures governing financial reporting regarding their campaign revenues and expenditures under the Elections Act, Sections 66 - 82. The Municipal Affairs and Housing web site has comprehensive information regarding Financial Reporting Responsibilties (contributions, fundraising, expenses, spending limits, financial reporting, record keeping, penalties/enforcement and candidates duties) under the Elections Act.
Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA)
The Quick Reference Guide to Accessible Information and Communication has been developed to assist you and your campaign team to look at ways of actively ensuring that voters with disabilities are included in practical ways in your activities from the launch of your campaign to Election Day. Click here to view the "Accessible Campaign Information and Communication Booklet. The Guide provides tips on effective communication strategies for interaction with voters with disabilities; accessible information strategies that provide suggestions about how to get your message out to all voters effectively; and information about alternative formats, assistive technologies and services to further aid in communication activities to ensure all your campaign activites reach the largest possible audience. All documentation prepared by the Municipality of Port Hope is available in electronic format for individuals with disabilities. Please submit a written request at Town Hall to obtain these materials.
Resource Information and Web Links:
