Information for Voters
In the 2022 municipal election, eligible electors in North Kawartha will be able to vote electronically using the internet or telephone
Simply Voting; Electronic Voting in Municipal Elections Instruction Video
Who can vote in a municipal election?
A person is entitled to be an elector at an election held in a local municipality if on Voting Day, he or she,
- resides in the local municipality, or is the owner or tenant of land there, or the spouse of such owner or tenant; and
- is a Canadian Citizen
- is at least 18 years old; and- is not prohibited from voting under Section 17 Subsection 3 of the Municipal Election Act or otherwise by law.
It can sometimes be complicated to determine if you qualify, please refer to the 2022 Voters' Guide provided by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs for further explanation.
Who can vote in a school board election?
In order to vote in a school board election in Ontario, you must be aged 18 or older and a Canadian citizen.
If you are a resident of a municipality, you are eligible to vote for school trustee. If you are the owner or tenant (or spouse of an owner or tenant) of residential property in a municipality, you are eligible to vote for school trustee. You are allowed to vote only once for the same school board.
If you are eligible to vote in a municipality because you are the owner or tenant (or spouse of an owner or tenant) of a commercial property there, you are not eligible to vote for school trustee.
Please refer to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs Voters' Guide for further detail.
Election Accessibility
The Township of North Kawartha recognizes that persons with disabilities should be provided with an equal opportunity to access goods, services and information in a manner consistent with the principles of independence, dignity, integration and equality. The 2022 Municipal Election Accessibility Plan supports accessible elections and the Township’s commitment to the needs of persons with disabilities.
The Ministry of Community and Social Services, Count Us In: Removing Barriers to Political Participation Quick Reference Guide to Accessible Campaign Information and Communication.
Resources:
North Kawartha Election Staff will be pleased to assist you. You can contact Connie Parent, Clerk/Election Returning Officer or Kelly Picken, Deputy Clerk/Assistant Returning Officer.
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