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Registered Political Parties Receive Third Quarter Allowances
Ottawa, Wednesday, October 2, 2013
- Registered political party third quarter allowances for the 2013 fiscal year have been paid. These allowances are based on the results of the 41st general election of May 2, 2011.
- Registered political parties that meet voting thresholds in a general election are eligible to receive quarterly allowances.
- The current annual allowance is $1.02 per valid vote. This annual allowance is paid in quarterly instalments.
- Pursuant to the Canada Elections Act, the quarterly allowances are being reduced over a three-year period.
| Political Party | Payment Amount |
|---|---|
| Bloc Québécois | $227,313 |
| Conservative Party of Canada | $1,487,994 |
| Green Party of Canada | $145,884 |
| Liberal Party of Canada | $709,684 |
| New Democratic Party | $1,150,665 |
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