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Our Mission, Mandate and Values
See information about how we make sure that Canadians can exercise their democratic rights to vote and be a candidate.
Role and structure
See information about the structure of our organization and the Chief Electoral Officer's duties.
The Chief Electoral Officer of Canada
Learn about the current and former CEOs.
Organizational chart
Read or download our organizational chart.
Code of Conduct
See the code and learn about our political impartiality, strategic objectives, statement of values, expected behaviours and implementation.
Elections Canada's 100th anniversary
Learn about our history as one of the world's first independent electoral agencies.
Strategies, plans and corporate publications
Strategic Plan 2025-28
See the plan that outlines our commitment to improving programs and services and reducing barriers to voting, and describes future activities and projects.
Electoral Integrity Framework
See the six principles of electoral integrity that guide our work.
Departmental Plans
Departmental Plans (DP) are used to announce priorities, strategic outcomes, programs, expected results and planned resource requirements.
Departmental Results Reports
Departmental Results Reports (DRR) are used to account for actual results achieved and actual resources used in the most recently completed fiscal year.
Quarterly Financial Results
A Quarterly Financial Report (QFR) consists of financial tables comparing planned and actual expenditures
Call to action against racism for equity and inclusion
See our governance of equity, inclusion, anti-racism and harassment.
Our Accessibility Plan
See the plan that outlines our commitment to ensuring the full and equal participation of people with disabilities in every part of the electoral process.
Departmental Sustainable Development Strategy
Elections Canada has produced a Departmental Sustainable Development Strategy to meet legislative requirements.
Reports on Fighting Against Forced Labour and Child Labour in Supply Chains Act
To meet legislative requirements, Elections Canada will produce an annual report on this topic.
Proactive Disclosure
Contracts, grants and contributions, position reclassifications, travel and hospitality expenses.
Elections Canada partners
Learn about the independent officer who enforces compliance with the Canada Elections Act.
Broadcasting Arbitrator
View information on how the Broadcasting Arbitrator allocates broadcasting time to political parties under the Canada Elections Act.
Advisory groups
Learn about how we work with groups and committees to advise on issues, inform initiatives and share information to reduce barriers to voting.