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Port Hope Votes! Election 2010

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. Information on the upcoming election is provided below - if you require further information, contact the Municipal Clerk at 905.885.4544 or sdawe@porthope.ca

Check the List!

Click here to check the Voter's List online to ensure you are registered to vote.

Where Can I Cast My Ballot?

Port Hope ratepayers may vote by internet or paper ballot.

Click here for a list of Port Hope voting locations

Return to this page on October 16th at 10am to vote online

Municipal Election Staff Required

The Municipality of Port Hope is currently hiring staff to assist with the 2010 election (please note that all positions will require computer skills) Download the 2010 Election Staff application

How Can I Become a Candidate for the 2010 Election?

All residents and property owners in the Municipality of Port Hope are eligible to run for Municipal Office or School Trustee. For more information on the process and requirements of canidacy, visit our Candidate Information page

Election Quick Facts

Port Hope will vote for the the following positions in the Municipal Election:

    Mayor
    Ward 1 - Urban area (4 Councillors) Download Ward I Map
    Ward 2 - Rural area (2 Councillors) Download Ward II Map

* Deputy Mayor is an elected Councillor, appointed as Deputy Mayor by Council vote following the election
See the Official Results of the 2006 Municipal Election

frequently asked questions - election 2010

For more information and details on election, nomination of candidates,voting, etc., please visit our Frequently Asked Questions

Election 2010 Calendar

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)]
Sep 1, 2010	Voter's List posted in the Clerk's Office at the Town Hall
Sep 10, 2010	Last day to file Nomination Papers - 2:00pm deadline
Sept 7 to Nov 8, 2010	Applications for revisions to the Voter's List will be undertaken
Oct 13, 2010	All Candidates Meet and Greet hosted by Port Hope and District Chamber of Commerce (905-885-5519) Port Hope Highschool, 130 Highland Drive 6:30 p.m. Get to Know Candidates 7:00 p.m. Hear Candidate Positions
TBA	Voter Notification Cards mailed to all electors advising of the date, time and locations of advance voting and regular voting
Oct 16, 2010	Advanced Poll open 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 pm (paper ballot voting) Town Hall, 56 Queen Street Canton Municipal Office, 5325 County Road 10 * Both locations equipped with Accessible Voting ballot marker devices
Oct 16, 2010	Internet Voting Begins at 10:00 am Available 24 hours/day, 7 days/week until 8:00 pm Monday October 25, 2010
Oct 25, 2010	Election Day - polls are open from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm Canton Office, 5325 County Rd 10* Town Park Recreation Centre, 62 McCaul St* Ganaraska Trail Public School, 34 Percival St Lions Centre, 20 Ross Street (off Gifford St) * These locations equipped with Accessible Voting ballot marker devices.