Any person who is a resident of Ontario may make a contribution to a candidate’s campaign.

Corporations or trade unions are not permitted to make contributions to candidates in municipal elections in Ontario.

Groups such as neighbourhood associations, clubs or professional associations, such as fire or police associations are not eligible to make contributions. Members may contribute individually.

Individuals can contribute a maximum of $1,200 to a single candidate. This amount includes the value of any goods or services donated to a campaign. Individuals may not contribute more than $5,000 in
total to candidates running for offices on the same council.

Contributions greater than $25 may not be made in cash. All contributions above $25 must be made by cheque, money order, or by a method that clearly shows where the funds come from.

If any contribution made to a candidate is greater than $100, your name and address will be recorded in the candidate’s financial statement. The candidate’s financial statement becomes a public document after the election.

If a candidate has a surplus at the end of their campaign, they must turn that money over to the municipality. They are not permitted to return unused contributions to contributors.

Contributions to municipal candidates are not tax deductible, however your donation will be acknowledged.

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