Local Assent Voting

Assent voting is voting on a bylaw or another matter for which a local government is required to obtain voters’ permission to spend money on a project. Assent voting is sometimes referred to as a “referendum” and can be held with a local election or on its own. Non-election assent voting is when the assent voting is held on its own.

Elections BC oversees election advertising rules for local elections and assent voting in B.C., including registering advertising sponsors. Local governments administer all other aspects of the vote.

For more information about the rules, read the Guide for Local Non-election Assent Voting Advertising Sponsors in B.C. (PDF) or visit our Local Elections FAQs.

Current non-election assent voting dates and information


2022 Thompson-Nicola Regional District Monte Creek Fire Hall Non-Election Assent Voting – May 28, 2022

For information not related to advertising, such as what the assent voting question is or how to vote, please contact the Thompson-Nicola Regional District

Key Dates Deadlines
April 30, 2022 – May 28, 2022 Assent Voting Proceedings Period
Saturday, May 28, 2022 General Voting Day
Friday, August 26, 2022 Financing disclosure statement filing deadline
Monday, September 26, 2022 Financing disclosure statement late filing deadline with $500 late filing fee


2022 Columbia Shuswap Regional District Incorporation of Sorrento-Blind Bay Non-Election Assent Voting – April 30, 2022

For information not related to advertising, such as what the assent voting question is or how to vote, please contact the Columbia Shuswap Regional District

Key Dates Deadlines
April 2, 2022 – April 30, 2022 Assent Voting Proceedings Period
Saturday, April 30, 2022 General Voting Day
Friday, July 29, 2022 Financing disclosure statement filing deadline
Monday, August 29, 2022 Financing disclosure statement late filing deadline with $500 late filing fee