Elections NB runs all provincial and local government elections in the province. Over time, we have introduced changes to improve the voting process, making it more accessible and efficient.
The integrity of the electoral process, and voters’ confidence in the security and accuracy of their vote, are key considerations in any change we make.
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Today’s modern elections no longer use only traditional advertising tools.
Political parties, candidates and political activists now rely on social media platforms.
This makes it more challenging and more important that you take the time to check the facts before sharing information with others. When possible, validate the source before accepting posts at face value and sharing them with others. Inaccurate information is being used to disrupt the democratic process by attempting to influence who you vote for or even if you vote at all.
Elections NB is your trusted election for processes such as the qualifications to vote and when and where voting will take place.
You can access information about ongoing elections on our website at electionsnb.ca or by calling us at 1-888-858-8683.
The many technologies used have been rigorously tested by Elections NB and other election offices across Canada. They streamline voting and enhance the accuracy and timeliness of results reporting.
Every tabulation machine used in an election is tested to make sure it accurately reads and counts every ballot it is programmed to accept. After testing, each tabulation machine is re-zeroed and sealed in its case. It is then shipped to a returning office using a secure shipping method to ensure it cannot be tampered with.
Elections NB has used tabulation machines to count over 2.1 million paper ballots since the technology was first used in 2008.
International experts cite the use of a paper ballot as the best practice to guarantee the integrity of an election.
In New Brunswick, dozens of judicial recounts, and post-election audits conducted by returning officers have upheld all election outcomes originally counted using tabulation machines.
Did you know: By law, all ballots cast in provincial elections are stored for one year. This is to ensure they are available for potential legal challenges to the outcome of an election. |
