The campaign period begins once a nomination paper or notice of registration is filed with the Clerk.
election expenses cannot be incurred outside of the campaign period
corporations and trade unions are no longer eligible to contribute to municipal election campaigns. This includes all council and school board elections. Corporations and trade unions can be third party advertisers and make contributions to third party advertisers.
a candidate who does not accept any contributions of money, or incur any expenses, is not required to open a separate election bank account
nomination filing fee is not considered a campaign expense
candidates are responsible for keeping records of the financial activities related to their campaign.  Remember to issue receipts for all donations of goods or services, obtain receipts for expenses incurred and keep copies of all receipt
It is the responsibility of the candidate to file a complete and accurate financial statement on time.  Candidates should completely familiarize themselves with the appropriate sections of the Municipal Elections Act, 1996.