Third Party Advertisers

Third party advertising refers to advertisements or other materials that support, promote or oppose a candidate, or support, promote or oppose a “yes” or “no” answer to a question on the ballot. The meaning of “third party” in this context means a person or entity who is not a candidate.

Third party advertising is separate from any candidate’s campaign, and must be done independently from a candidate. Any advertisements or materials that are made and distributed by a candidate, or under a candidate’s direction, are part of the candidate’s campaign.

Only those who have registered can spend money on third party advertising. The following are eligible to register as a third party advertiser:

• any person who is a resident in Ontario
• a corporation carrying on business in Ontario
• a trade union that holds bargaining rights for employees in Ontario

An individual, corporation or trade union can register to be a third party advertiser beginning on May 1, 2022, and can file a registration with the Municipal Clerk until the close of business on Friday, October 21, 2022. As May 1 is a Sunday, you will not be able to file your registration until May 2, 2022 when the clerk’s office is open.

• 2022 Third Party Advertiser's Guide
• Notice of Registration as a Third Party Advertiser (Form 7)
• Financial Statement - Third Party (Form 8)

Appointments are recommended to ensure a member of the Elections Team will be available to meet with you.

• Call 519-245-1070 to schedule your appointment
• E-Mail the Elections Team to schedule your appointment