Political parties should list fundraising venue locations, Elections Canada suggestsOTTAWA — Elections Canada has suggested that venue names should be listed for fundraising events after a political party asked whether it had to disclose the specific location in light of safety concerns. Federal political parties and the commissioner of Canada elections, the independent officer responsible for ensuring compliance with the Canada Elections Act, have until Jan. 19 to provide comments on the note. Liberal party spokesman Matteo Rossi said the party "fully complies with the Canada Elections Act and all Elections Canada regulations for fundraising," adding it will review the draft note. During the 2021 general election, there was an increase in incidents ranging from vandalism to assault, Elections Canada said. The federal agency suggested in the draft note that venue names should be posted in accordance with the Canada Elections Act.

Source: CBC News January 05, 2023 20:37 UTC