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Political Entities

Tools for Third Parties

Important: Some information for political entities may be outdated because of recently passed legislation. Please refer to this summary of changes: New Rules for Political Entities: What You Need to Know.

Important deadlines

August 13, 2026 Campaign returns (April 13, 2026, by-elections)

Latest publications

Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions on topics of interest to third parties
Information about third parties

Information on who can register as a third party
Registration of a third party

Information and resources on how to register as a third party
Financial reporting obligations

Financial forms, other forms, reporting software, summary of obligations
Political financing resources and training

Resources about the political financing rules and obligations applicable to third parties
List of registered third parties by event

Searchable database of registered third parties by event

Political Entities Support Network

Regular hours:

Phone:

1-800-486-6563 TTY: 1-800-361-8935

Email:

For portal and election support:csep-pesc@elections.ca

For political financing questions: political.financing@elections.ca

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