Fund-raising
s 1(1), 67(2.1), 73 of the Municipal Elections Act, 1996
Fundraising functions are events or activities for the purpose of raising money for a candidate's campaign. The event or activity can only be held during the candidate's campaign period.
Types of events
There can be events where an admission charge applies. Examples of these events are dinners, dances, garden parties, etc.
There can also be events where there is no admission charge. Example of these events are auctions, button sales, etc.
The full amount of the admission charge is a contribution and a receipt must be given to the person purchasing the ticket. Remember, any admission charges over $25 cannot be paid in cash. If the price of the event is over $100, the person's name and address must be listed on the candidate's financial statement.
What is not a fund-raiser
Events or activities that are held to promote public awareness of a candidate, even though the candidate may receive contributions from them
Promotional materials where seeking contributions is secondary