Preston By-Election Called
Preston By-Election Called
Media Release: July 7, 2023
Elections Nova Scotia – The Chief Electoral Officer (CEO), Dorothy Rice, has received an order from the Governor in Council for a by-election in the electoral district of Preston. The CEO has issued a writ of election for Preston and election day will be Tuesday, August 8, 2023.
Registered Party Audited Financial Statements
Registered Party Audited Financial Statements
Media Release: May 10, 2023
Elections Nova Scotia – The 2022 annual audited financial statements for the six registered political parties in Nova Scotia have been posted on the Elections Nova Scotia (ENS) websites at electionsnovascotia.ca.
The Elections Act requires registered political parties in Nova Scotia to submit an independently audited financial statement to ENS annually by April 30th.
Preparing for the Preston By-election
Preparing for the Preston By-election
Media Release: Monday, May 1, 2023
Elections Nova Scotia – Elections Nova Scotia is preparing to deliver a by-election in the electoral district of Preston. The previous Member of the House of Assembly for Preston resigned effective April 1, 2023. According to the House of Assembly Act, a writ must be issued for a by-election six months from the date the vacancy occurred.
Preparing for the Preston By-election - Campaign Access to Multi-unit Buildings
Preparing for the Preston By-election - Campaign Access to Multi-unit Buildings
Media Release: Friday, April 28, 2023
Elections Nova Scotia – Elections Nova Scotia is preparing to deliver a by-election in the electoral district of Preston. The previous Member of the House of Assembly for Preston resigned effective April 1, 2023. According to the House of Assembly Act, a writ must be issued for a by-election six months from the date the vacancy occurred.
Preparing for the Preston By-election - Election Signage and Third-Party Advertising
Preparing for the Preston By-election - Election Signage and Third-Party Advertising
Media Release: Friday, April 28, 2023
Elections Nova Scotia – Elections Nova Scotia is preparing to deliver a by-election in the electoral district of Preston. The previous Member of the House of Assembly for Preston resigned effective April 1, 2023. According to the House of Assembly Act, a writ must be issued for a by-election six months from the date the vacancy occurred.
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Preparing for the Preston By-election – Know Your Electoral District
Preparing for the Preston By-election – Know Your Electoral District
Media Release: Thursday, April 27, 2023
Elections Nova Scotia – Elections Nova Scotia is preparing to deliver a by-election in the electoral district of Preston. The previous Member of the House of Assembly for Preston resigned effective April 1, 2023. According to the House of Assembly Act, a writ must be issued for a by-election six months from the date the vacancy occurred.
Preparing for the Preston By-election - First Time Voters Encouraged to Register Early
Preparing for the Preston By-election - First Time Voters Encouraged to Register Early
Media Release: Thursday, April 27, 2023
Elections Nova Scotia – Elections Nova Scotia is preparing to deliver a by-election in the electoral district of Preston. The previous Member of the House of Assembly for Preston resigned effective April 1, 2023. According to the House of Assembly Act, a writ must be issued for a by-election six months from the date the vacancy occurred.
Elections Nova Scotia Annual Report 2022-2023
Our team at ENS is committed to deliver our mandate, uphold our values, fulfill our mission and vision, and deliver on our strategic initiatives. The report clearly shows that the ENS team is dedicated to the important work of achieving electoral excellence in our province and remaining a progressive, innovative agency that serves the citizens of Nova Scotia.
The annual report includes independently audited financial statements.
Voters can Cast their Votes Early Using E-balloting in the Preston By-election
Media Release: Wednesday April 26, 2023
Elections Nova Scotia – Elections Nova Scotia is preparing to deliver a by-election in the electoral district of Preston. The previous Member of the House of Assembly for Preston resigned effective April 1, 2023. According to the House of Assembly Act, a writ must be issued for a by-election six months from the date the vacancy occurred.
Returning Officer Recruitment
Returning Officer Recruitment
Appointed by Nova Scotia’s Chief Electoral Officer, a provincial returning officer administers the electoral process in the electoral district in which they live. The position calls for broad management experience and a variety of skills. The work is diverse, challenging and rewarding. And, by its nature, it is impartial and non-partisan. Click here for more information on returning officer appointments including a list of duties.