April 19, 2019 •
General Election Called in Newfoundland and Labrador
On April 17, Newfoundland and Labrador Premier Dwight Ball issued a writ of election for the provincial general election to take place on May 16.
On the same day, Bruce Chaulk, the Chief Electoral Officer of Newfoundland and Labrador, issued election writs to all 40 district returning officers of the province announcing the new date.
The advance poll date is May 9 and the deadline for candidate nominations is April 25.
Elections NL is also set to accept early voting applications, which will be available between April 25 and May 9.
Ball called for the election after tabling the budget.
“I am now seeking a mandate from the people of our province to continue our plan,” Ball announced according to the Western Star.
State and Federal Communications, Inc. provides research and consulting services for government relations professionals on lobbying laws, procurement lobbying laws, political contribution laws in the United States and Canada. Learn more by visiting stateandfed.com.
