This information package is provided to assist those individuals and organizations that, while not registered as a candidate, party or constituency association, seek to promote or oppose a political party or the election of a candidate in a by-election or general election.
As required under the Election Finances Act (”EFA”), the Chief Electoral Officer has responsibility for the administration of regulations controlling the financing of political activities in any election to ensure the process is fair, transparent, and accessible for all Ontarians.
The guidelines are intended to assist third parties and their chief financial officers (CFO) in meeting the registration and reporting requirements of the EFA.
In particular, the guidelines deal with registration, contribution, election advertising, and reporting rules.
These guidelines are made under the authority of the Election Finances Act.
Table of Contents
Guideline TP01 - Application for Registration as a Third Party
Guideline TP02 - Change in Registration Information
Guideline TP03 - Use of a Registered Third Party’s (“RTP”) Own Funds
Guideline TP04 - Rules on Contributions
Guideline TP05 - Election Period Advertising
Guideline TP06 - Election Period Advertising Report
Appendix A - Determination of Carrying on Business in Ontario Requirement for Corporate Contributions