Preparing a Submission or Presentation
The Electoral Boundaries Commission welcomes input from all Albertans about the boundaries and names of the electoral divisions. The commission will be particularly interested in your advice on any places where you think the existing boundaries
- slice up natural communities of interest
- don't respect natural boundaries, like rivers
- include areas which have little in common
and your suggestions on how these or other concerns regarding the boundaries might be corrected.
How can I provide input?
Written submission
Anyone wanting to provide input to the Electoral Boundaries Commission can submit a written statement by e-mail, fax or by mail to:
Electoral Boundaries Commission
100, 11510 Kingsway Avenue
Edmonton, Alberta
Canada
T5G 2Y5
Phone: 780.638.3132 or toll free, dial 310.0000 first
Fax: 780.422.2900 or toll free, dial 310.0000 first
E-mail:info@altaebc.ab.ca
As the commission will be reviewing many submissions, try to keep your submission concise and factual. Submissions will be made public. All submissions must be received by April 2, 2010.
Presentation at public hearing
A public hearing is your opportunity to speak to the members of the Commission directly. Anyone wishing to make an oral presentation at a public hearing should register the week prior to the public hearing. Space permitting, registration will guarantee individuals a time to make an oral presentation to the Commission. Those who have not registered will be allowed to present, time permitting, and will present on a first come, first served basis but the commission cannot guarantee that there will be enough time for drop-in presenters to make a formal presentation.
You don't have to make a presentation to attend. Everyone is welcome.
What do I need to do to prepare for the public hearing?
- Register for the location and date you wish to present at by contacting the Electoral Boundaries Commission:
Phone: 780.638.3132 or toll free, dial 310.0000 first
Fax: 780.422.2900 or toll free, dial 310.0000 first
E-mail: info@altaebc.ab.ca - If possible, provide a written copy of your presentation prior to the hearing. You can do this when you register.
- Be prepared to answer questions for clarification from the members of the commission.
Is there a time limit for my presentation?
Yes, individuals will be allowed 10 minutes to present and 10 minutes for questions and answers with the commission.
Can anyone, or any group, make a presentation?
Yes. The same time limit applies to a group making a presentation- 10 minutes to present and 10 minutes for questions and answers with the commission.
Can I bring a submission to a hearing and not present?
Yes, everyone is welcome to attend the public hearings and written submissions will be accepted.
Do I have to register to speak at a hearing?
Advance registration will guarantee, space permitting that you have a time scheduled to make your presentation. Drop-in presenters are welcome, but cannot be guaranteed time to present.
Will my presentation be recorded?
Yes, all public hearings will be recorded and an audio archive will be posted on the Electoral Boundaries Commission website.
