Political parties also would be required to disclose how and what information they collect from voters. During that pre-writ period, political parties would be able to spend only $1.5 million on partisan advertising. The elections commissioner would be moved back under Elections Canada's authority and newly empowered. Acting Democratic Institutions Minister Scott Brison discusses the new rules and powers being given to the chief electoral officer. Cullen also expressed concern over the fact that the government has not yet appointed a new chief electoral officer.

Source: CBC News April 30, 2018 19:43 UTC