Be ready for the Federal Election 2021. McCarthy Tétrault is your source for information on how the upcoming election will affect corporate Canada and beyond.

McCarthy brings together Canada’s leading lawyers with experience in matters relating to political law, government relations, high-stakes advocacy, and risk and reputation management. Our Public Sector team has deep knowledge of election laws and rules across Canada, and we represent some of the country’s best-known corporations, political entities, and organizations who engage (or want to engage) in regulated political activities.

Have a specific question or concern? Contact our Public Sector experts below and find out how we can help your organization make the most of Canadian politics’ most important period.

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Resources 

Here are some links to resources to help your organization prepare to engage in Canada’s next federal election.

• What you need to know about the caretaker convention

• What you need to know before selling political advertising on your online platform

• What everyone who communicates with federal officials needs to know

• What you need to know before you donate or advertise during an election

• What you need to know about time off work for employees on Election Day

• What you need to know about political events and non-monetary political contributions

• What Canada is – and isn’t – doing to prevent foreign interference in the upcoming federal election

• COVID may impact how you cast your vote—and when you learn the election result

• Results Summary

Our Public Sector experts at McCarthy Tétrault LLP can help. Please contact any of the lawyers listed below with any questions or for assistance.