The Elections Act provides that the $200 deposit shall be returned to the elected candidate and to the candidates who receive at least 50 percent of the votes polled in favour of the elected candidate. Those candidates receiving less than 50 percent of those votes lose their deposit. The Standing Committee on Rules and Procedures believes that the return of the deposit should be tied to the filing of returns respecting election contributions and expenses in order to influence timely filing of the required return.
Brendan Bell on Return To Candidate Deposits
In the Legislative Assembly on November 1st, 2001. See this statement in context.
Return To Candidate Deposits
Item 11: Reports Of Standing And Special Committees
October 31st, 2001
Page 584
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