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2021 Election FAQs for Candidates

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1. Do I have to inform the Returning Officer of Campaign activities or provide copies of campaign contribution receipts?

No, you do not have to provide any information to the Returning Officer on campaign activities or campaign contributions.

2. Is there COVID-19 Guidance for canvassing and campaigning?

The Government of Alberta has produced a risk reduction guide for conducting municipal elections during the COVID-19 pandemic. The document outlines public health and infection prevention and control measures to reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission among workers, volunteers, and the general public. This document and the guidance within it is subject to change and will be updated as needed. 

2021 Municipal Election COVID-19 Risk Reduction Guide

3. When can I put my campaign signs out on public land?

In accordance with the Section 10.09 of the Traffic Safety Bylaw and Council Policy C43, you may place election signs on public property along roadways 30 days in advance of the election date.

4. How far apart can I place my election signs on public property?

Your signs must be a minimum of 15 metres apart, or about the same distance as two standard car lengths apart, when placed on public property along roadways.

5. Are there other restrictions to note in the placement of election signage on roadways along public property?

Yes. Signs must be 15 metres from an intersection, at least 1.5 metres from the curb of the road, and cannot be located in playground zones, school zones, active construction zones, on centre medians, traffic islands, or in vehicle travel lanes. When placing signs, take care not to obstruct the safe passage of pedestrians or traffic. Refer to the Beaumont Traffic Safety Bylaw and Traffic Safety Bylaw Amendment.

6. Can another candidate place one of their signs closer than 15 metres from one of my signs?

Yes.

7. When can I put out my signs on private property?

In accordance with the Section 4.4.4. of the Land Use Bylaw and Council Policy C43, you may place election signs on private property 30 days in advance of the election date.

8. Do I need consent from a property owner for placing a sign on their property?

Yes. you must get consent from the property owner before placing any signs.

9. Are there other restrictions to note in the placement of election signage on roadways on private property?

Yes. Signs must be 1.5 metres from the curb of the road, edge of public sidewalk, and edge of a private driveway. When placing signs, take care not to obstruct the safe passage of pedestrians or traffic.

10. Who is responsible for ensuring election signage meets all of the regulations?

As a candidate in this election, you are responsible for all of your signage, whether placed on private or public property.  

11. Who should a person contact if they have a concern about election signage?

Anyone with a concern about election signage should contact Legislative Services at 780-929-8782. The candidate whose signage is of concern will be contacted to correct any contraventions.

12. Can I use an image of a ballot or city logo in my advertising?

No, Candidates cannot use an image of a ballot or city logo in their advertising. The candidate’s name with an “X” beside is not considered to be an image of a ballot.

13. Can I have campaign materials (e.g., signs, buttons, cars with banner, t-shirts) at the voting station or property on voting days?

No. campaign materials are not permitted in voting stations or on voting station property on voting days.

14. Do I need to appoint an “official agent”?

No, Candidates are not required to appoint an official agent.

15. Can I have scrutineers during the Advance Vote and on Election Day?

Yes. Scrutineers may be appointed by candidates to observe during the Advance Vote and on Election Day. Scrutineers must be 18 years of age or over and must present to the presiding deputy returning officer a written notice, in the acceptable form. Contact the Returning Officer for further details.

16. Does the City of Beaumont have a registered voters list?

No. Beaumont does not create or maintain a voters list and so there is no distribution of resident information to any of our candidates.

17. Can I withdraw my nomination?

Yes. you may do so only if more than the required number of candidates are nominated. You must do so within 24 hours of the close of nominations, that is before 12:00 noon on September 21, 2021. You must submit your notice of withdrawal in writing, to the Returning Officer, City Hall, 5600 – 49 Street.

18. If I’m self funding my campaign do I need to open up a separate account for campaign expenses?

Yes, a campaign account in the name of the candidate or the candidate’s election campaign is opened at a financial institution for the purposes of the election campaign at the time of nomination or as soon as possible after the total amount of contributions first exceeds $1000 in the aggregate.