Elections Boss Says Parties Should Run Nominations, but Possibly With Tighter Rules

Elections Boss Says Parties Should Run Nominations, but Possibly With Tighter Rules
Lawyers enter the hearing room as the Public Inquiry into Foreign Election Interference resumes in Ottawa, on Sept. 16, 2024. The Canadian Press/Adrian Wyld
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Canada’s chief electoral officer is playing down any suggestion that Elections Canada should directly administer political nomination or leadership contests.

During an appearance at a federal inquiry into foreign interference, Stéphane Perrault pointed to the importance of parties controlling their own processes and indicated his agency lacks the resources to administer such contests in any event.