Municipal Elections

Choosing a position

In municipal elections, there are two types of seats: mayor and councillor. In the Township of Wentworth, councillor seats are associated with a number. You need to choose the seat you want to run for before applying. You cannot run for several seats at once.

Eligibility

To run as a candidate, you must have the right to be entered on the list of electors of the municipality. You do not need to be entered on the list of electors.

You must therefore comply with the following criteria on election day:

• Be 18 years of age or older
• Be a Canadian citizen
• Not have lost your election rights

You must also meet one of the following two conditions on election day:

• Be domiciled on the territory of the municipality and for at least six months in the province of Québec
• Own a building or occupy a business establishment located on the territory of the municipality for at least 45 days

Moreover, when filing your nomination paper, you have to reside in the municipality. These conditions apply to both general elections and by-elections.

Filing of nomination papers

The guide Running as a candidate for municipal elections will tell you everything you need to know to prepare your nomination papers according to the profile of your municipality.

Running as a candidate for municipal elections

Source : Elections Quebec

Making sure your name is on the list of electors

To register or to change your entry on the list of electors during an election, go to the revision office at the address and during the hours indicated on the notice of entry sent by your municipality. Your parent, your spouse, or a person living with you may make a request for entry or a correction on your behalf.

If you don't live in the municipality, but own or co-own a building, you may be eligible to vote. Contact your returning officer to verify this.

To register, you must present two pieces of identification.

1. The first piece of identification provided must include your name and date of birth. This can be a:
   • Canadian passport
   • Health insurance card
   • Certificate of citizenship
   • Birth certificate
2. The other piece of identification must show your name and current address in Québec. This can be a:
   • Driver’s licence
   • Hospital card
   • Lease
   • Account statement

One of these two pieces of identification must also include your signature.

Voting Requirements for Municipal Elections

To vote, you must meet the following conditions on election day:

• Be entered on the list of electors
  • You are responsible to confirm your entry and ensure that your information is up to date
• Be at least 18 years of age
• Be a Canadian citizen
• Not have lost your election rights

On election day, you must also meet one of the following two conditions, depending on your domiciliary address.

1. If your home is located in the municipality, you must:
   • Have lived in Québec for at least six months.
2. If your domicile is not located in the municipality, you must:
   • Own a building or occupy a business establishment located on the territory of the municipality since at least 45 days;
   • Have sent an application for entry or a power of attorney to the municipality within the required timeframe.

Here are the documents to be completed:

Is your domicile located outside the Municipality or MRC?

Power of attorney for registration on the list of electors or the referendum list and application to vote by mail

Application for registration on the list of electors or the referendum list and application to vote by mail 

(Sole owner of a immovable or sole occupant of a business establishement)