Elections Nova Scotia

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.

Release date: 
May 10, 2023
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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.

Release date: 
May 1, 2023
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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.

Release date: 
April 28, 2023
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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.

Release date: 
April 28, 2023
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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.

Release date: 
April 27, 2023
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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.

Release date: 
April 27, 2023
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By-election Pending in Preston

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

Eligible voters in the electoral district of Preston can prepare for the up-coming by-election by ensuring they are registered to vote, understanding their voting options, and learning about their electoral district.

Who Can Vote in the Preston By-election

To be eligible to vote in the up-coming Preston by-election, you must be a Canadian citizen, 18 years or over, reside in the electoral district of Preston, and have lived in Nova Scotia at least six months by the date the by-election is called.

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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.

Release date: 
April 26, 2023
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Returning Officer Recruitment

Elections Nova Scotia is currently recruiting for returning officers in twelve electoral districts. Please see the information below to find out how to apply on-line.
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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.

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Elections Nova Scotia Selects an Internet Voting Vender

Elections Nova Scotia has awarded a contract through the Nova Scotia tender process to Scytl Canada Inc. (Scytl) to develop an internet voting solution.
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In September 2022, Elections Nova Scotia (ENS) issued an RFP inviting qualified firms to submit proposals that include all related software services, IT infrastructure and hosting services, as well as training, support, and the full management of a highly secure internet voting solution. Scytl, was the successful vender in the bidding process.

ENS plans to take a careful measured approach as it moves forward with the development of this innovative voting method. Safety and security will be a key focus to ensure the integrity of internet voting in Nova Scotia.

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