Ottawa-area candidates speak out about election sign vandalism

Ottawa-area candidates speak out about election sign vandalism

Jenna Sudds, who is running for the Liberals in Kanata, and Blair Turner, running for the Conservatives in Ottawa South, say the vandalism to their signs is disappointing and takes a toll on volunteers and campaign staff.

NDP candidate Taylor Bachrach's election sign vandalized in Kitimat

Conservative candidate Ellis Ross speaks out against the vandalism

Election sign vandalism prompts Crime Stoppers reminder on North Island

North Island Crime Stoppers is issuing a reminder that vandalizing or removing election signs is a criminal offence, following recent incidents involving campaign signs in the area. In a Facebook post, Crime Stoppers emphasized that damaging election signs is against the law under the Canada Elections Act, and those responsible could face fines or criminal charges. “You don’t have to agree with a candidate or party — but everyone has the right t…

Already in the first weekend, ads have been defaced.

UPDATE: Rash of election sign vandalism crosses party lines in North Island-Powell River

Election signs in Campbell River have been vandalized during the past two days, some in ways clearly meant to send a message. On Saturday morning, signs along Jubilee Parkway for […] The post UPDATE: Rash of election sign vandalism crosses party lines in North Island-Powell River appeared first on My Comox Valley Now.