Election Signs

Candidates and their agents are responsible for following the requirements of the Sign By-law.

Basic facts about election signs

Here are some things you need to know about election signs:

  • No election signs of any kind are permitted 45 days prior to Election Day.
  • Election signs are restricted to designated arterial roadways only and are not permitted within road corridors abutting town owned facilities.
  • Election signs cannot obstruct the view of pedestrians or drivers or obstruct the visibility of traffic signs.
  • Election signs cannot be displayed along the frontage of properties where a cenotaph is located.
  • Election signs must be removed within 72 hours of Election Day.
  • Municipal Enforcement Services enforce election signs on the roadway. Failure to comply with the Sign By-law will result in the confiscation of signs. Signs will be stored in a secure compound and may be retrieved upon payment of a retrieval fee per sign, which will be deducted from your deposit. Appointments to retrieve elections signs can be made by calling ServiceOakville at 905-845-6601.
  • A payment for each sign left on display 72 hours after Election Day will be deducted from your deposit.
  • Refunds or applicable invoices to candidates will be issued by mail.
  • Candidates must submit a deposit as listed in the Sign Permits Rates and Fees (pdf). 

2025 Federal Election

Check where election signs are permitted on arterial roads and apply for a permit.

Federal Election Boundary Map

Federal Election Sign Permit Application

Send completed applications to enforcement@oakville.ca.

Contact

ServiceOakville
905-845-6601
service@oakville.ca

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