Preliminary Election Expenses Limits Now Available

GATINEAU, ONTARIO--(Marketwired - Aug. 4, 2015) -

The Chief Electoral Officer has released the preliminary election expenses limits for political parties and candidates for the 42nd federal general election.

- View the preliminary election expenses limits for political parties

- View the preliminary election expenses limits for candidates for each electoral district

These preliminary election expenses limits are based on the number of names on the preliminary lists of electors.

They are increased for election periods longer than 37 days.

Expense limits for election advertising by third parties are also available.

- View the election advertising expense limits for registered third parties

Expense limits are established in accordance with the Canada Elections Act.

Elections Canada is an independent body set up by Parliament.

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