Campaign Contributions
can be made online
Election campaigns are costly to run. Candidate contributions to their own campaigns are now limited by the new Municipal Elections Act.
Contributions are greatly appreciated and could be eligible for the City’s rebate program.
You maybe eligible for a contriution rebate of up to 75% – see details below.
Contributions can be made by e-transfer, credit card or by personal cheque. Details are below.
- You may be eligible to receive a contribution rebate under the City’s contribution rebate plan.
- Contribution must be in the form of e-transfer, credit card or personal cheque.
- Corporations or Trade Unions may NOT contribute to a candidate’s campaign.
- Contributors must apply to the City for the rebate using the prescribed form and within the designated time frame.
- Contributors may donate up to $1,200 to one or more candidates but the maximum rebate to any one contributor will not exceed $150 in total.
- A contributor shall not make contributions exceeding a total of $5,000 to candidates for office on the same Council.
- Any contribution over $100, must be reported in the candidate’s financial disclosure and will be posted on the City’s website.
| Contribution to Candidate’s Campaign | Formula to Calculate Rebate |
|---|---|
| $50 – $200 | 75% of contribution to a maximum rebate of $150 |
| $201 – $1,200 | A $150 contribution rebate may be available |
Contributions can be made by
e-transfer to
don.hamilton@rogers.com
Please provide your email and home address in the message line as both details are required to issue your receipt.
credit card
personal cheque
Please make cheque payable to Don Hamilton. Click the link below to arrange pickup or to obtain the mailing address