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2022 Municipal Elections Candidate Nomination

Nominations will be accepted beginning May 2, 2022 until Nomination Day, Friday, August 19, 2022 at 2 p.m. 

Reminder: Candidates can not raise funds or spend any money on their campaign until after they have filed a Nomination Paper.

How to Register as a Candidate and Registration Documents

If you're interested in becoming a candidate in Richmond Hill's 2022 Municipal Elections, please make an appointment with the Office of the Clerk to file your nomination paper and review important documents and materials. The last day to file a nomination is Friday, August 19, 2022 at 2 p.m.

The Municipal Elections Act, 1996, requires that a Candidate or the candidate’s agent file a nomination in-person. To schedule a meeting, please contact the Elections Team at 905-771-5470 or candidates@richmondhill.ca.

Meetings are held at the Office of the City Clerk located at 225 East Beaver Creek Road in Richmond Hill Monday to Friday, between 8:30 a.m. and 4 p.m., and take 30 to 45 minutes. 

Registration Documents

To file a nomination, you must complete and provide the following:

  • Nomination Paper - Form 1
  • Endorsement of Nomination - Form 2 (Note: this file is not compatible with most web browsers - click the link to download the file and open with Adobe Acrobat)
    • Candidates are encouraged to obtain more than the minimum (25) endorsements, as endorsements that are incomplete or illegible may not be acceptable
    • Endorsements are not required for School Board candidates - do not complete the Form 2 for a School Board candidacy
  • Declaration of Qualifications
    • Council Candidates Declaration of Qualifications
    • School Board Candidates Declaration of Qualifications
  • Current identification (e.g. driver's licence or other government-issued photo identification with a qualifying address and signature)
  • Nomination filing fee ($200 for candidates for the office of Mayor, $100 for all others) payable by debit, credit, cash, certified cheque or money order to the City of Richmond Hill
Appointing an Agent to File a Nomination 

All nominations must be filed in person, either by the candidate or by an authorized agent. If you intend to appoint an agent to file your nomination, please let the Elections Team know when scheduling the nomination appointment.

To file nominations for a candidate, agents will be required to bring the following:

  • Completed Appointment of an Agent to File a Nomination form with the candidate's original "wet" signature - electronic signatures or photocopies will not be accepted
  • Nomination Paper - Form 1 - must include an original "wet" signature that matches the candidate's identification
  • Endorsement of Nomination - Form 2 (it is recommended to get more than the minimum required number of endorsements in case any endorsements are incomplete, illegible, or otherwise cannot be accepted) (Note: this file is not compatible with most web browsers and should be downloaded and opened with Adobe Acrobat)
  • The candidate's Declaration of Qualifications with original "wet" signatures of both the candidate and witnessing official
    • Council Candidates Declaration of Qualifications
    • School Board Candidates Declaration of Qualifications
  • The candidate's original photo identification, showing the candidate's name, signature, and qualifying address as shown on the Nomination Paper
  • Nomination filing fee ($200 for candidates for the office of Mayor, $100 for all others) payable by debit, credit, cash, certified cheque or money order to the City of Richmond Hill 
  • The agent's original photo identification showing their name, address, and signature as it appears on the appointment form

 

The City Clerk may require additional verification in certain circumstances and may contact the candidate to verify the authenticity of the appointment.
Candidate Eligibility
Council Candidates

In order to register as a candidate for, be elected to, and hold the office of Mayor, Regional and Local Councillor, or Ward Councillor, candidates must meet the following qualifications of electors, as set out in the Municipal Elections Act, 1996:

  • a Canadian citizen;
  • at least 18 years old on or before Voting Day (October 24, 2022);
  • a resident of the City of Richmond Hill, an owner or tenant of land in the City of Richmond Hill, or the spouse of an owner or tenant of land in Richmond Hill;
  • and not prohibited from voting under any law.

The following people are disqualified from being elected to Council:

  • Any employee of the City of Richmond Hill or the Public Library Board, except for those on an unpaid leave of absence
  • A member of the Provincial Legislature, the Federal House of Commons or Senate who has not resigned from their office by the close of nominations
  • A judge of any court
  • A candidate who received a notice of default with respect to any 2018 Municipal Election or any municipal by-election that occurred since the 2018 Municipal Election
  • A candidate who is ineligible under the Municipal Elections Act, 1996 or any other Act or otherwise prohibited by law to be nominated for or to hold the office. 
School Board Trustee Candidates

Pursuant to Section 219 (1) and (2) of the Education Act, school board trustees must meet the following qualification:

  • A person is qualified to be elected as a member of a district school board or school authority if the person is qualified to vote for members of that district school board or that school authority and is resident in its area of jurisdiction.
  • A person who is qualified under subsection (1) to be elected as a member of a district school board or school authority is qualified to be elected as a member of that district school board or school authority for any geographic area in the district school board's or school authority's area of jurisdiction, regardless of which positions on that district school board or school authority the person may be qualified to vote for.
  • A member of a district school board or school authority is eligible for re-election if otherwise qualified.

Canadian citizens aged 18 or older on or before Voting Day, who reside in the respective school board area of jurisdiction, and who are not prohibited from voting under any law on the day their nomination forms are filed are eligible to run for office.

Information for Candidates

Detailed information for candidates and potential candidates can be found in the 2022 Candidates' Guide - Ontario municipal and school board elections issued by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (MMAH).

The Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) provides information about municipal government as well as supports for those interested in running for municipal office. View AMO's We All Win - Diversity on Council resources.

 Information Sessions for Candidates and Third Party Advertisers (concluded)
The Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing held information sessions for those interested in running in the 2022 Municipal Elections as candidates for members of Council or School Board Trustee, or in registering as third party advertisers. View the Information Session Presentation Slides.
 Campaign Finance
Candidates are subject to spending limits in accordance with the Municipal Elections Act, 1996.

Spending limits are calculated early in election periods based on voters' list number from the previous elections, and recalculated closer to Voting Day when the corrected voters' list becomes available (September in the case of a regular election). The final spending limit is the greater of the two amounts - this means that the spending limit will never be less than the amount shown in the Preliminary Estimate, but the recalculations may result in spending limits being increased.

View the Final Certificate of Maximum Campaign Expenses

View the Preliminary Estimate of Maximum Campaign Expenses for Candidates

Candidates are responsible for complying with all applicable campaign finance rules under the Municipal Elections Act, 1996. City staff are not able to interpret rules or legislation for a candidate, so if you are unsure about any of your obligations you may wish to consult a legal professional. 

 Key Dates for Candidates
 The following is a summary of some dates of key importance for candidates in the general municipal elections. Candidates are reminded that they are responsible for ensuring that their own campaigns are compliant with the Municipal Elections Act, 1996 and any other legislation and should not rely solely on information provided by the City of Richmond Hill.
DateDescription
Monday, May 2, 2022

First day to file a nomination paper for the offices of Mayor, Regional and Local Councillor, Ward Councillor and School Board Trustee

  • once the nomination paper is filed with the City Clerk, the candidate can start raising and spending money on their campaign
  • preliminary spending limit provided to candidates
  • preliminary contribution limit provided to candidates running for Mayor and Councillor (does not apply to School Board Trustee candidates)

First day to file a notice of registration as a third party advertiser

  • a third party advertiser cannot raise or spend money on their campaign, nor begin advertising, until their registration is certified by the City Clerk
  • preliminary spending limit provided to third party advertiser upon certification
Friday, August 19, 2022 at 2 p.m.

Deadline for candidates to:

  • file a nomination
  • withdraw a nomination
  • change office
Monday, August 22, 2022 Last day for the City Clerk to certify candidate nomination papers
Thursday, September 1, 2022 Voters' List available to candidates
Friday, September 23, 2022

Final spending limits provided to candidates and registered third party advertisers

Final self-contribution limit provided to candidates running for Mayor and Councillor (does not apply to School Board Trustee candidates)

Friday, October 21, 2022 Last day to register as a third party advertiser
Monday, October 24, 2022 Voting Day
Tuesday, January 3, 2023

End of campaign period for candidates and third party advertisers

Last day to file a Notice of Extension, Form 6, to continue campaigning and erase a deficit

Friday, March 31, 2023 at 2 p.m. Deadline for candidates and third party advertisers to file the initial financial statement
Friday, June 30, 2023 End of extended campaign period
Friday, September 29, 2023 at 2 p.m. Deadline for candidates and third party advertisers to file the supplementary financial statement (applies only to those who extended their campaign period)

 

 Vote Centre Locations

The City will have 12 Vote Centres, 2 in each ward. Voters can attend one of our Vote Centres to vote by paper ballot, use an internet voting station, or request a change to the voters' list (such as adding their name or updating/correcting their information). Vote Centres will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, October 22-23, 2022, and from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Voting Day, Monday, October 24, 2022.

See the list and map of locations below.

Map of Vote Centres

Ward 1 Vote Centres:

  • Oak Ridges Public School, 160 Coons Road
  • Oak Ridges Community Centre, 12895 Bayview Avenue
  • Ward 1 Map

Ward 2 Vote Centres:

  • Richmond Hill High School, 201 Yorkland Street
  • Elgin Barrow Arena, 43 Church Street South
  • Ward 2 Map

Ward 3 Vote Centres:

  • Richmond Green Sports Centre, 1300 Elgin Mills Road East
  • Bayview Hill Community Centre, 114 Spadina Road
  • Ward 3 Map

Ward 4 Vote Centres:

  • Elgin West Community Centre, 11099 Bathurst Street
  • M.L. McConaghy Seniors Centre, 10100 Yonge Street
  • Ward 4 Map

Ward 5 Vote Centres:

  • Richvale Community Centre, 160 Avenue Road
  • Charles Howitt Public School, 30 Pearson Avenue
  • Ward 5 Map

Ward 6 Vote Centres:

  • Langstaff Community Centre, 155 Red Maple Road
  • Ed Sackfield Arena and Fitness Centre, 311 Valleymede Drive
  • Ward 6 Map
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