Can anyone become a Green Party of Ontario member or candidate?
Absolutely! Like all other parties, we wish to attract good members and candidates who espouse our values and want to work hard for their community and for the province. To be a candidate, volunteer or simply find out more about the Green Party, contact your local CA. 11. How can I become a candidate in the next election? To become a GPO candidate in the Oct. 10 provincial election, you must be member of the party in good standing and you must be nominated by a riding’s Constituency Association or, if there is no CA in the riding, appointed by the Provincial Election Committee. The CA president sets the date for the nomination meeting and ensures that all GPO members in the riding are notified in advance so they can make arrangements to attend. CAs should try to attract high-profile candidates with good credentials. All candidates should undergo a screening process and receive basic campaign training. The sooner candidates are nominated, the sooner they can start putting a team togethe